NCJ Number
141559
Journal
Journal of Alcohol and Drug Education Volume: 38 Issue: 2 Dated: (Winter 1993) Pages: 72-80
Date Published
1993
Length
9 pages
Annotation
A questionnaire was used to measure the satisfaction of 35 students at the University of Massachusetts who were enrolled in the campus wellness program, in which they were assigned to alcohol-free and drug-free residential housing. The program emphasized six dimensions of well-being: social, intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual, and occupational.
Abstract
In general, respondents seemed to be very positive about the wellness program and their living experience. Most of the students who had formed prior expectations -- a substance-free and understanding environment, substance-free programming, a strong support system, and group meetings -- felt their expectations had been met. All the participants agreed that their experience of living with other sober students had been beneficial and they would recommend the wellness program to other students. However, on more specific questions, only half agreed that the program helped them in their academic pursuits. Larger majorities felt the program helped with their social adjustment to campus life. Satisfaction with particular aspects of the program was mixed; the support groups and staff involvement received the most negative ratings. 15 references