3-10Program (NADSAP), the Drug and Alcohol ProgramAdvisor (DAPA), the Right Spirit Campaign, AlcoholTreatment Facilities (ATF), the Navy Drug and AlcoholCounselor (NDAC), and Alcohol Rehabilitation Centers(ARC).NAVY ALCOHOL AND DRUG SAFETYACTION PROGRAM.—The Navy has a reputation forkeeping up with the times. Things change and so doesthe Navy. In 1974 the Navy started its campaign in thewar against alcohol abuse with the Navy Alcohol SafetyAction Program (NASAP). In 1980 the Navy DrugSafety Action Program (NDSAP) began to combat useof illegal drugs. Several years later the two programscombined to form the Navy Substance Abuse PreventionProgram (NASAPP). The program’s name changed in1985 to the present title of Navy Alcohol and DrugSafety Action Program (NADSAP). The purpose ofNADSAP is the prevention of alcohol misuse and illegaldrug use through the process of individual education.NADSAP provides for the early identification ofproblem drinkers and alcoholics. NADSAP identifiesproblem drinkers not only through arrests for trafficviolations and driving while intoxicated (DWI) but alsothrough other alcohol-related offenses or incidents.Some of these incidents are job accidents, safetyviolations, fights, unauthorized absences and otherbreaches of discipline, family difficulties, or hospitaltreatment. NADSAP's objective is to promote zerotolerance of alcohol abuse. NADSAP also provideseducational programs designed to increase awareness ofdrug abuse and to educate and positively motivatepeople with drug abuse problems. The policy for drugabuse is the same as that for alcohol abuse—zerotolerance. Any drug abuse or irresponsible use of alcoholby Navy personnel is viewed as a grievous failure tomeet Navy standards and may result in disciplinaryaction or separation from military service.DRUG AND ALCOHOL PROGRAMADVISOR.—The DAPAs are responsible for advisingcommanding officers on all NADSAP matters. Theseadvisors are responsible for setting up commandeducation, prevention, screening, and counselingprograms. DAPAs also provide aftercare, probationarysupervision, motivational training, and referral servicesfor individuals who have been treated for alcohol abuseand have returned to full duty. All commands haveDAPAs assigned as a full-time or a collateral duty. Theyare your primary points of contact for drug and alcoholabuse problems.RIGHT SPIRIT.—The “Right Spirit” campaignwas started in 1996 to improve the quality of life forNavy members and their families and to ensure a safeand productive work environment. Although the use ofalcohol is depicted as fashionable in society, alcoholcontributes to many of the country’s serious health andsocial problems. The goal of “Right Spirit” is todeglamorize alcohol and prevent alcohol abuse. Navycommands are required to promote an “it’s okay not todrink” environment. Preventing alcohol abuse andalcoholism before problems occur greatly benefits theNavy in terms of lost workdays and costly treatment.The campaign includes the following two educationprograms.Alcohol Aware.—This program is a command-levelalcohol abuse prevention and deglamorization coursedesigned for all hands. The goals of the Alcohol Awareprogram are to make the participants aware of (1) thebasic nature of the drug, alcohol; (2) the risks involvedin using and abusing alcohol; (3) the Navy’sexpectations, instructions, and core values; and (4) thedefinition of responsible use of alcohol. Each participantis asked to evaluate, anonymously, his or her ownpattern of drinking to determine if it is appropriate andto make adjustments as needed.Alcohol Impact.—This program is designed forintervention. It is normally given during off-duty hours.Alcohol Impact is not treatment; it is the firstintervention step in the treatment of alcohol abuse. It isan intensive, interactive educational experience designedfor alcohol incident personnel. The course is primarily aneducational tool, but objectives within the course couldreveal that a higher level of treatment might be needed.ALCOHOL TREATMENT FACILITIES.—ATFs provide help to fleet and shore commands bycounseling personnel involved with drugs and alcohol.Individuals not requiring inpatient treatment may receivehelp in these nonresident-counseling programs. ManyATFs have a drug and alcohol abuse counselor whoprovides limited outpatient evaluation and counselingservices. ATFs serve as local drop-in and crisis centers.They also provide continuing counseling services forpersonnel who previously were patients in otherrehabilitation facilities and have returned to full duty.
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