What Is Alcohol Drug Information School and How Can It Help You?

Alcohol Drug Information School (ADIS) is a program for people whose dependence on alcohol or drugs does not qualify as an addiction, but is still affecting their lives enough to cause serious harm. For example, anyone who has been charged with a DUI in Washington will need to attend an ADIS evaluation (and potentially the treatment sessions) before they can regain their driver’s license. These courses are part of substance abuse counseling in Yakima, WA.

What is Alcohol Drug Information School?

ADIS is designed to teach people about the dangers of drugs and alcohol, and how they affect the body and mind. The course also teaches students about responsible drinking practices, how to avoid DUIs and about the laws regarding drinking or drug use while driving.

Students who attend ADIS have been evaluated and are found not to be addicted or dependent upon alcohol and drugs—in other words, professionals believe that with some education, they will be able to make more responsible choices about how they use alcohol and other substances.

In addition to drinking and driving concerns, students also learn about the stages of alcoholism, what to do when they’re too impaired to drive, social, biological and physical effects of addiction and how to determine when they’ve had too much. The program is taught by an ADIS counselor who has been trained and certified by the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery. However, please be aware that ADIS courses are not a substitute for court-ordered alcohol and drug treatment.

These classes are often offered on the weekends, and run for a minimum of eight hours.

What are the benefits of ADIS?

Attending an ADIS course might not be at the top of your bucket list, but there are plenty of benefits to be had. First and foremost, it’s a sobering reminder of what alcohol and drugs do to your body as well as the people and environment around you. This is usually a good impetus for people to make changes, assuming they’re not consumed by addiction.

Second, ADIS courses are part of your journey to reinstating your driver’s license, which, for many, is difficult to live without. Being unable to drive for the prescribed amount of time is often a frustrating, inconvenient and even humiliating experience for most offenders.

Most importantly, ADIS classes give you the tools to make better choices. Whether that’s giving up alcohol and drugs entirely or learning ways to moderate your intake, call for assistance and communicate with your friends and family, you’ll learn to manage your own behavior—one of the most valuable tools an adult can have.

When you need substance abuse counseling in Yakima, WA or require assistance enrolling in Alcohol Drug Information School after receiving a DUI or being involved in an accident, Apple Valley Counseling Services LLC can help. We offer individual and group counseling opportunities to help you get your life back on track. Reach out to us today to learn more about our programs—we look forward to working with you soon.

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