Alcohol withdrawal can be life threatening. Long-term consumption of large quantities of alcohol, particularly when combined with poor nutrition, can also lead to permanent damage to vital organs such as the brain and the liver. Far more addictive than heroin barbiturates or other illicit drugs is crack, a cheap but potent form of cocaine. Crack leads to crime and severe psychological disorders. Many users once addicted have turned to stealing, prostitution, and drug dealing in order to support their habit.
Continued use can produce violent behavior and psychotic states similar to schizophrenia.
These drugs can also cause sudden death from cardiac arrest or respiratory failure. Employees A broad range of student services provided through UCF's Division of Student Development and Enrollment Services are available to assist students with non-academic problems that negatively affect their performances. Peer Education programs, which are free of charge to all students. Each of these is a part of the wellness program coordinated through UCF's Student Health Services and is designed to help students target problems and find solutions. These services at the center are provided at no charge to currently enrolled students as well as students who are returning to UCF from rehabilitation or re-entry programs.