AIP3 is a therapeutic intervention with a mandated student and an Addiction Specialist from the Center for Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). The Office of Judicial Affairs makes direct referrals to CAPS because of repeated alcohol-related offenses (or a first-time, serious, usually dangerous consequence of high risk drinking) indicative of substance abuse on the student's part. AIP3 referrals are often habitual high-risk (binge) drinkers or alcohol dependent.

The Addiction Specialist performs a clinical evaluation during the first session (intake evaluation). The student is provided feedback of this evaluation and is given treatment recommendations. A brief counseling process ensues, focusing on behavior change; co-existing clinical problems (depression, anxiety, etc.) are also addressed. Personalized education is part of the process, but AIP3 primarily involves confrontation of a variety of psychological defenses to heighten the student's awareness and build upon motivation for long-term change.

Cost: $30 per session (typically 1-4 sessions)

Referred students should contact Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at 863-0395 for more information about AIP3.

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