
THE TRUTH ABOUT COLLEGE DRINKING
SURPRISE!
Although there is a serious epidemic of high risk college drinking, the truth of the matter is: most college students either don’t drink alcohol or if they do drink, they do so in a low risk manner. Despite all the alarming tragedies occurring in the lives of many students, ongoing research indicates:



This is a fascinating look at college alcohol issues as well as a comprehensive, informative text. New students will find it extremely valuable. It will also hit home for many experienced students.
Paul Chebator: Associate Dean for Student Development, Boston College
Jim Matthews delivers an extremely important and urgent message that should be read by all in the college community. It presents provocative commentary and candid voices of students from across the country depicting their struggles and courage within the campus alcohol culture. Rich with insights, information and strategies, this book causes the reader to rethink personal behaviors.
Richard T. Hage: Dean of Student Affairs, Plymouth State University
Jim Matthews has written a book about alcohol and college students that should be read by every student, faculty member, and student services professional. Utilizing the input and self-reported behaviors of hundreds of students nationwide, Matthews has written a clear, concise and challenging critique of the role alcohol plays on campus. It will help students avoid impairment due to alcohol and will make a significant
difference in the perception of those who read it. I recommend it wholeheartedly.
Will Keim, Ph.D. Educator
Author: The Education of Character: Lessons for Beginners
Intercollegiate & International Chaplain: Christian Church & Delta Upsilon Fraternity
Jim Matthews presents strategies that really work! Reading his books and following his information will open your eyes and change your life.
Jonathan Sprinkles: National College Speaker of the Year, APCAAuthor: You Were Born an Original, Don’t Live Like a Copy
Great book! This is a must read for all college and high school students. Jim Matthews is a man of character and integrity and truly cares about helping students!
James Malinchak: Two time College Speaker of the YearCo-Author: Chicken Soup for the COLLEGE Soul & Chicken Soup for the ATHLETE'S Soul
When Jim Matthews speaks about alcohol and its use and abuse in our society, we should all listen. This is not a 'how to drink' book. Rather, this book provides low-risk drinking techniques for students who live in the collegiate culture. While Jim affirms the state law and a student's right not to drink, he offers tips for those who do choose to drink in an informative, research based, non-judgmental way. Each of my four
children will have a copy of this book, and while I trust each of them, I WILL NOT wait until they are twenty one years old to give it to them. Thank you Jim for this important work.
Will Keim, Ph.D.: EducatorAuthor: The Education of Character: Lessons for BeginnersIntercollegiate & International Chaplain: Christian Church & Delta Upsilon Fraternity
I get up around noon. I usually take four Advil. Then I struggle over to the dining hall. Some of the people there look like they were in a train wreck. I can’t believe we’re all doing this to our bodies.|
PREVENT COLLEGE DRINKING PROBLEMS WITH THESE
3 POWERFUL BREAKTHROUGHS
Written by Jim Matthews, M.Ed., one of the most popular college alcohol educators today, these three books present the most critical information available to assist students in avoiding drinking problems while in college and beyond. Now available as Paperback or eBook.
A SMALL INVESTMENT WITH A LIFETIME OF RETURNS!
Table of Contents: Beer, Booze and Books 1. Party Time... where the action is 2. Alcohol... odorless, colorless, tasteless - and potentially dangerous 3. Drinks... beer, wine, liquor - what's the difference 4. Risks... so what's the big deal 5. Acquaintance Rape... removing the shroud of secrecy 6. Addiction... physical, chronic, and progressive disease 7. Intervention... if not you, who? if not now, when? 8. Family Issues... why does it still hurt 9. Recovery... one day at a time 10. Greeks, Women and Athletes... special concerns 11. Spring Break... a good time is had by all - maybe 12. Advertising... this Bud's for you 13. Other Drugs... alcohol is not the only danger 14. Get Involved... contributing to a safe and healthy campus 15. Success... it's up to you Return To Top Table of Contents: The Parents Guide to College Drinking 1. Influences in the Home 2. Discussing Drinking 3. High School Drinking 4. Family History 5. Campus Tours 6. Alcohol Education and Abuse Prevention Programs 7. The Red Zone 8. Academics 9. Student Health 10. Student Activities 11. Policy Violations 12. Alcohol Education |