Health Promotion Program
Health is the presence of optimal well being, it is not merely the absence of disease or symptoms. Health is active, alive, and vital. It is the presence of well-being and dignity in the lives of individuals, communities, and cultures. It considers the whole person and integrates the six dimensions of wellness -- physical, emotional, intellectual, social, spiritual, and environmental.
"Adapted from NASPA"
The health promotion and substance abuse prevention program, an outreach service of the Ithaca College Counseling Center, strives to create a campus culture in which members make informed and responsible decisions about personal and community health. We also work to reduce the incidence, prevalence, and severity of alcohol- and drug-related problems among Ithaca College students.
This comprehensive program coordinates initiatives, facilitates collaboration, and provides training, resources, and educational opportunities in the following areas:
- alcohol and other drugs
- fitness and exercise
- nutrition and body image
- mental health
- relationship issues
- sexual health
Located in the lower level of the Hammond Health Center, the health promotion program also offers alcohol and drug screening, tobacco cessation, and educational consultation.