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Community Development and Substance Abuse Center
for Prevention, Policy, and Research

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Student Cast of Tech Theater, MIT Orientation 2008

Description and Mission

The Community Development and Substance Abuse (CDSA) Center for Prevention, Policy, and Research functions to serve all members of the MIT community in a comprehensive effort to enhance academic, social, and personal development. Overall, the CDSA advocates for the strengthening of a campus culture that promotes informed, responsible decision making, and the reduction of harm that is often associated with alcohol use, including poor academic performance, violence, high-risk sexual behavior, sexual assault, and addiction.

Although only a small minority of MIT students have a problem with drinking, their actions effect the entire MIT community!

MIT Statistics

For answers, hover your mousepointer over the questions.

1. What percentage of MIT students Usually have between 0-3 drinks when they party?


2. What percentage of student party hosts (in both residence halls and fraternities) report they would not permit a drunk guest to enter their party?


3. What percentage of MIT students reported that computer games/internet use has affected their academic performance in the last year?


4. What percentage of MIT students reported sleep difficulties have impacted their academic performance in the last year?


5. What percentage of MIT students reported they have never used a stimulant medication without a prescription to enhance their academic performance. (e.g. Ritalin, Adderall)


Submit a Question

If you have questions, please contact CDSA.

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