Often the word 'drugs' can conjure up fear and dread in many people's minds, but often this is because people feel they don't know enough about the subject. If this is the case then the best course of action is to get informed!

 

The term 'drugs' covers a large number of very different substances, these can include legal drugs such as alcohol, tobacco and solvents as well as illegal drugs like cannabis, cocaine and heroin.

 

There are many sources of information on drugs available on the internet, telephone and television. Sometimes the accuracy of information on the internet is questionable and knowing what to look for is difficult.

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Drug and Alcohol Information Pack

We have taken the guesswork out of finding good quality information by selecting some links to great sites that contain clear and reliable drug information.

 

Here are a selection we recommend, clicking each link will take you directly to the website.

 

Freephone Telephone Number 0800 77 66 00 (free from a landline, mobile phone charges may vary)

 

FRANK is a free national service providing information to young people and adults. The service also offers confidential advice and information on any question you may have no matter how trivial or serious.

DrugScope is the UK's leading independent centre of expertise on drugs. If you are looking for more detailed information on drugs then try clicking the Drugscope Drug Database link. Here you will find detailed information on drugs and associated issues.

 

This site provides clear information on cannabis as well as offering help to people who want to cut down the amount they are using. The website can also help a person assess their cannabis use, its impact on their life and how to make changes. Remember Cannabis is a class C drug and is still illegal

For those who come to harm as a result of taking drugs there are local services that people can access for help, advice and support. Details of these organisations can be found below.

This service offers drug and alcohol counselling for the users and their families/partners. They help with controlled drinking and abstinence. Services provided include: Brief interventions, Brief solution focused therapy, Drop-in facilities, Education and training, Group work, Information and advice, Motivational Interviewing, Relapse prevention, Self-help, Structured programmes, Telephone counselling/Helpline and Work place services.