What’s in a name?
Student Athlete Chemical Health

During the past five years, we have used the name “chemical health” for our program for athletes in New York State. This has been a wise move, considering that the prior name was conveyed as “Anti Drug”. The negative connotation or stigma attached to a program with drug in it creates a much larger hurdle to clear in this day and age. We can also use this as a wide spectrum program that also encompasses both performance enhancing drugs, supplements, and energy drinks. We have programs in each of these areas, which can impact choices by athletes. We encourage school districts, colleges and universities to use the name chemical health for any program which deals with prevention or intervention in these areas. (more…)