{Reference Type}: Journal Article
{Title}: Content comparison of campus medical amnesty policies.
{Author}: Weaver GM;Ruppert S;Tabassum QM;Milroy J;Kroshus E;Crawford A;Wyrick D;
{Journal}: J Am Coll Health
{Volume}: 0
{Issue}: 0
{Year}: 2024 May 16
{Factor}: 2.395
{DOI}: 10.1080/07448481.2024.2351410
{Abstract}: Objective: To describe common components of medical amnesty (MA) policies and examine how MA policies differ across institutions. Participants: 50 U.S. colleges and universities with current MA policies. Methods: A checklist was developed to compare and assess the campus MA policies of 50 institutions. Descriptive statistics, chi-square, and regression analyses were used to examine common policy components and differences across types of institutions. Results: 40% of policies did not include a purpose statement. 42% of policies had no mention about how to use the policy. 48% did not mention restrictions on amnesty. 32% did not mention follow-up actions. 24% of policies mentioned extending amnesty for additional person(s) present. There were no significant differences in policy components across school characteristics. Conclusions: Many policies lacked detail, highlighting the need for guidelines and best practices to develop MA policies. Future research could examine the effects of these policy components on help seeking intentions.