Drugs
Taking drugs is dangerous and could affect your mental
health.
There are many myths and stereotypes surrounding drugs so it is important that
you get the right information.
If you or a family member or friend need advice about substance misuse, ask your
school nurse for further advice
Talk to Frank
For free confidential drugs information and advice look at
Talk to Frank.
website
Drugs and crime
If you are caught with drugs or intend to supply then you are breaking the law.
Find out more about the laws on drugs and drug use on the Gov
website.
Legal highs
'Legal highs' are no longer legal since a new ban on psychoactive substances has
come into place, making the production, sale or supply of psychoactive
substances intended for human consumption illegal.
You've probably heard of 'legal highs' which can be sold as powders, pills,
liquids or other forms, and often come in bright coloured packaging with catchy
brand names.
It is illegal to
sell alcohol to under-18s, it is also illegal to knowingly buy alcohol for
someone who is younger than the legal age limit.
The police have the legal power to confiscate alcohol from anyone they know to
be, or reasonably believe to be, under 18 and drinking in a public place.
Many people enjoy drinking alcohol. In small amounts it can help you feel more
sociable. However the effect depends on a whole range of factors, including the
strength of the drink, how fast it's consumed, your physical size, whether
you've eaten or not...
For more info and answers to commonly asked questions about alcohol, like how
much alcohol is in a unit and what amount is healthy, check out this video
on alcohol advice.
The dangers of binge drinking
Alcoholic drinks, when consumed sensibly and in moderation, can be enjoyable,
but if you drink excessively you can put your health at risk. Unfortunately
there are too many young people who make this mistake every year.
What to do if you or someone you know has a drink problem
You can also get help if someone else's use of alcohol is seriously affecting
your life. See your school nurse for further advice
Drink Driving
Never drink or take illegal drugs and then get behind the wheels of a vehicle -
choose who in the group is going to be the designated driver, or just split a
taxi. If you do drink you may still have alcohol in your system in the morning,
which means it will still be unsafe to drive. So if you know that you need to
drive the next day, it’s probably safer not to drink at all.
You might not want to fork out the few quid for a taxi, but it's better than
risking losing your license, paying a huge fine, or getting hurt!
