Less than 15% of U.S. college students are knowledgeable about naloxone administration for opioid overdoses. A study found that only 14.2% knew how to administer naloxone, although 66.8% felt comfortable calling emergency services during an overdose event. This lack of knowledge highlights the need for increased opioid education and naloxone training programs on college campuses. The study also found that students were willing to intervene during an overdose event, indicating a potential for destigmatizing conversations around substance use. Implementing policies like “good Samaritan policies” could encourage students to seek help without fear of disciplinary consequences.
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Few college students know how to use naloxone, survey shows
