Children and young people

Drugs affect people in different ways and finding helpful and accurate information out there can be difficult, particularly about 'legal highs'. If you are worried about your drug and/or alcohol use, please get help. You don’t have to manage on your own.

Staying safe if you are using drugs

• Make sure that you have enough credit or minutes left on your mobile in case you need to meet up with friends or call your parents.
• Don't mix drugs, especially with alcohol, as the effects can be unpredictable and potentially much more dangerous.
• Plan how you're going to get home safely. Make sure that someone knows where you are, don't get separated from your friends while you are out and keep enough money for a taxi home.
• If you're getting a lift, make sure that the driver hasn't been drinking or using drugs.
• Watch out for your friends. If anyone gets into difficulties, call an adult or, if the situation is dangerous, call 999.

Advice and Support:

• Talk to Frank - The national drugs awareness website for young people, parents and carers.
• The Mix - Lots of useful information, advice and young people’s experiences.