PRIME For Life® consists of general information about substance use and abuse. Some of the topics discussed are (but not limited to):
• The main biological risk factors for alcoholism and what they mean
• Is marijuana addictive?
• What is impairment? What does impairment mean for the individual? When does impairment begin?
• Narcotics vs. stimulants; what can they do to me?
• Victim empathy component as related to driving impaired
• What is most important to me (the student) and how can I protect what is important to me?
• Psychological and social influences surrounding substance use choices
• Understanding tolerance
• Is marijuana safe for driving?
• Risks related to quantity and frequency of drinking alcohol
• Prescription drug risks
• Pregnancy and substance use
• A closer look at my drinking choices
• The study of the Four Phases of Use (a continuum)