for keeping up with the times. Things change and so does the Navy. In 1974 the Navy started its campaign in the war against alcohol abuse with the Navy Alcohol Safety Action Program (NASAP). In 1980 the Navy Drug  Safety  Action  Program  (NDSAP)  began  to combat use of illegal drugs. Several years later the two programs  combined  to  form  the  Navy  Substance Abuse Prevention Program (NASAPP). The program name  changed  in  1985  to  the  present  title  of  Navy Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program (NADSAP). The purpose of NADSAP is the prevention of alcohol misuse  and  illegal  drug  use  through  the  process  of individual education. NADSAP  provides  for  the  early  identification  of problem  drinkers  and  alcoholics.  NADSAP  identifies problem  drinkers  not  only  through  arrests  for  traffic violations and driving while intoxicated (DWI) but also through  other  alcohol-related  offenses  or  incidents. Some  of  these  incidents  are  job  accidents,  safety violations,  fights,  unauthorized  absences  and  other breaches  of  discipline,  family  difficulties,  or  hospital treatment.  NADSAP’s  objective  is  to  promote  zero tolerance  of  alcohol  abuse.  NADSAP  also  provides educational programs designed to increase awareness of drug  abuse  and  to  educate  and  positively  motivate people with drug abuse problems. The policy for drug abuse  is  the  same  as  that  for  alcohol  abuse—zero tolerance.  Any  drug  abuse  or  irresponsible  use  of alcohol  by  Navy  personnel  is  viewed  as  a  grievous failure  to  meet  Navy  standards  and  may  result  in disciplinary action or separation from military service. DRUG     AND     ALCOHOL     PROGRAM ADVISORS.—The   DAPAs   are   responsible   for advising   commanding   officers   on   all   NADSAP matters. These advisors are responsible for setting up command   education,   prevention,   screening,   and counseling programs. DAPAs also provide aftercare, probationary  supervision,  motivational  training,  and referral services for individuals who have been treated for alcohol abuse and have returned to full duty. All commands have DAPAs assigned as a full-time or a collateral duty. They are your primary points of contact for drug and alcohol abuse problems. RIGHT SPIRIT.—The  “Right Spirit”  campaign was started in 1996 to improve the quality of life for Navy members and their families and to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Although the use of alcohol is depicted as fashionable in society, alcohol contributes to many of the country’s serious health and social  problems.  The  goal  of   “Right  Spirit”   is  to deglamorize alcohol and prevent alcohol abuse. Navy commands are required to promote an “it’s okay not to drink”   environment.  Preventing  alcohol  abuse  and alcoholism before problems occur greatly benefits the Navy in terms of lost workdays and costly treatment. The  campaign  includes  the  following  two  education programs. Alcohol Aware. — This program is a command-level   alcohol   abuse   prevention   and deglamorization  course  designed  for  all  hands.  The goals of the Alcohol Aware program are to make the participants aware of (1) the basic nature of the drug, alcohol;  (2)  the  risks  involved  in  using  and  abusing alcohol; (3) the Navy’s expectations, instructions, and core values; and (4) the definition of responsible use of alcohol.   Each   participant   is   asked   to   evaluate, anonymously,  his  or  her  own  pattern  of  drinking  to determine if it is appropriate and to make adjustments as needed. Alcohol Impact.—This program is designed for intervention.  It  is  normally  given  during  off-duty hours. Alcohol Impact is not treatment; it is the first intervention step in the treatment of alcohol abuse. It is an   intensive,   interactive   educational   experience designed for alcohol incident personnel. The course is primarily an educational tool, but objectives within the course  could  reveal  that  a  higher  level  of  treatment might be needed. ALCOHOL  TREATMENT  FACILITIES.— ATFs  provide  help  to  fleet  and  shore  commands  by counseling personnel involved with drugs and alcohol. Individuals  not  requiring  inpatient  treatment  may receive   help   in   these   nonresident-counseling programs. Many ATFs have a drug and alcohol abuse counselor who provides limited outpatient evaluation and counseling services. ATFs serve as local drop-in and  crisis  centers.  They  also  provide  continuing counseling services for personnel who previously were patients  in  other  rehabilitation  facilities  and  have returned to full duty. NAVY DRUG AND ALCOHOL COUNSELORS.—The  NDACs  provide  evaluation and  referral  services  at  ATFs.  These  counselors  are responsible for helping commanding officers process individuals identified as drug or alcohol abusers. They also provide individual and group counseling to drug and alcohol abusers. The NDAC is a contact point for commanding officers and individuals seeking help or information on all matters regarding drug and alcohol abuse. ALCOHOL REHABILITATION CENTERS.— The  Navy’s  ARCs  provide  a  program  of  intense  and 3-12