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Hazing

Hazing. Wellness Center University Health Services. Contents. What it is hazing? Is Pledging the same as Hazing? Types of Hazing Hidden Harm of Hazing Impact of Hazing Hazing Laws Notable Cases in the US Questions to Ask Yourself Alternatives to Hazing Available Resources.

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Hazing

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  1. Hazing Wellness Center University Health Services

  2. Contents • What it is hazing? • Is Pledging the same as Hazing? • Types of Hazing • Hidden Harm of Hazing • Impact of Hazing • Hazing Laws • Notable Cases in the US • Questions to Ask Yourself • Alternatives to Hazing • Available Resources

  3. Is Pledging the same as hazing? • There is a difference, but both have a strong history of being interdependent. • Hazing will not make you a better nor a stronger member. • Pledging should make you have a greater understanding of yourself and reveal positive qualities. • Ask yourself this: Will hazing help me pay my dues, relate to the members better, attend chapter meetings and make me a better person??

  4. What is hazing? • Exists in many places; workplace, military units, clubs, athletic teams, gangs, prisons and sororities/fraternities. • A process (cycle), based on a tradition that is used by groups to maintain a hierarchy within the group. Regardless of consent, the rituals require individuals to engage in activities that are physically and psychologically stressful.

  5. What is hazing? • These activities can be: • humiliating • demeaning • intimidating • dangerous • Results in physical and/or emotional discomfort. Hazing is about group dynamics and proving one's worthiness to become a member of the specific group.

  6. Types of hazing Physically abusive, hazardous, and/or sexually violating acts: • Personal servitude; sleep deprivation and restrictions on personal hygiene; yelling, swearing and insulting new members • Being forced to wear embarrassing or humiliating attire in public; consumption of vile substances; brandings; physical beatings; binge drinking; sexual simulation and sexual assault

  7. Hidden harm of hazing You don’t know the mental and physical health backgrounds of new members… • According to the NIH, one in four adults experiences a diagnosable mental health disorder each year. • According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration 18 to 25year olds have one of the highest rates of severe psychological distress out of any age group, and also have the lowest rate of seeking help.

  8. Impact of hazing • Stress: Psychological/emotional stress may induce or aggravate psychological illnesses (i.e. depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, or self-esteem issues). • Poor Nutrition: Failure to maintain a well-balanced diet or healthy weight may result in malnutrition, body image concerns, disordered eating (i.e. fad dieting and compulsive eating), over-exercising, and eating disorders. • Inconsistent Sleeping Patterns:Insomnia is associated with increased irritability and susceptibility to injury as well as headaches, upset stomach and decreased motivation, memory, concentration, creativity, and spontaneity. • Academic Difficulties:It is likely that academic difficulties will surface (i.e. missing classes, difficulty concentrating, inability to perform well on projects and exams, and decreased GPA). • Relationship Difficulties: Behavior changes such as unpredictable mood swings, depression, decreased self-esteem, anger, or aggression can cause relationship difficulties.

  9. Hazing laws • A person commits hazing, a third degree felony, is punishable. • A person commits hazing, a first degree misdemeanor, is also punishable. • It is not a defense to a charge of hazing that: “The consent of the victim had been obtained” • Such penalties at community colleges and state universities may include the imposition of fines; the withholding of diplomas or transcripts pending compliance with the rules or pending payment of fines; and the imposition of probation, suspension, or dismissal.

  10. Something to note • In November, 2006 at University of Central Florida officers found fraternity students sick and crying in bizarre costumes that included pink fairy wings, women's panties, diapers and various wigs. • The Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity at UCF was suspended after students were so drunk that they had to be rushed to the hospital. Note: Information gathered from http://www.clickorlando.com/mostpopular/10227405/detail.html

  11. A little more to note… • December, 2010 at Boise State University Three college football players and two others are facing a raft of sexual crime, battery and false imprisonment charges stemming from incidents at a high school in Blackfoot, Idaho, last year. Note: Information gathered from http://www.eitb.com/sports/en/detail/565906/boise-state-university-sexual-hazing-scandal-grows/

  12. Questions to ask yourself • Does the activity promote and abide by the ideals and values of your organization? • Will the activity enhance new members’ satisfaction in the organization? Or will they feel confused, ashamed, or uncertain about why they participated in this event or joined the organization? • Would you be able to defend the merits of this activity in a court of law?

  13. Hazing alternatives  • 1. FOSTER UNITY:  Have the members of your group/organization work together on a community service project.  • 2.DEVELOP PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITIES: Have pledges discuss chapter weaknesses such as poor rush, apathy, and poor scholarship, and plan solutions that the active chapter might then adopt. • 3.DEVELOP LEADERSHIP SKILLS: Encourage participation in school/campus activities outside of the organization. • 4. INSTILL A SENSE OF MEMBERSHIP: Plan special events when the entire chapter gets together to attend a movie, play, or church service. • 5. AID CAREER GOALS: Use college resources for seminars on resume writing, job interview skills; various careers.

  14. what resources are available for you? • General hazing information: • http://www.stophazing.org/index.html • Florida hazing laws: • http://www.stophazing.org/laws/fl_law.htm • Alternatives to hazing: • http://www.stophazing.org/alternatives.html

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