DRUGS, DRINK, SMOKING

There are lots of places you can turn if you, or someone you know, has a problem with drink or drugs. Or perhaps you want more information about the subject. Here are websites and phone numbers for organisations that could help. You can also find information here about smoking.

DRUGS

National

www.addaction.org.uk

Addaction provides useful information for young people and families about drugs.

www.kidshealth.org

Has a section specifically aimed at teenagers about drugs.

SupportLine Helpline: 01708 765200

Provides emotional support and details of local agencies that deal with all drug-realted issues. You can also email info@supportline.org.uk

www.drugscope.org.uk

Drugscope provides information on all aspects of drug misuse, including details of local drug agencies that can help. You can also call 020 7940 7520.

www.talktofrank.com

Advice and information for anyone concerned about drug or solvent misuse. Also runs a confidential helpline on 0800 776600.

www.ukna.org

Narcotics Anonymous (NA) run meetings for people who have a drug problem or who have stopped using drugs. It’s like Alcoholics Anonymous. For details of local NA meetings, call 0845 3733366 or 020 7730 0009 (10am until 10pm, seven days a week).

www.release.org.uk

Formerly known as the National Drugs Helpline, Release runs a helpline and support for drug users, their families and friends. You can also call 0845 4500 215. They also run a specialist heroin helpline on 020 7749 4053.

www.re-solv.org

Re-Solv provide information and support for people concerned about solvent or substance abuse. You can also call their helpline on 01785 810762, or email helpline@re-solv.org

Dorset

www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk

YADAS (Young Adults Drug and Alcohol Services) is for young people who are having difficulties with drugs and/or alcohol who live in the Bournemouth or Poole area. You can also call 01202 319191/ 01202 741414 or email yadas@bournemouthpoole.fsnet.co.uk

SHADOWS: 01258 488486

Shadows is a confidential drug and alcohol service for young people aged under 18 who live in Dorset (outside of Bournemouth and Poole). They offer confidential, non-judgmental one-to-one support if you are concerned about drugs. Or email: shadows.admin@eddaas.org.uk

Oxford

www.spired.com

The service is for young people aged 13-19 who are misusing drugs or alcohol and would like information and support to address their drug or alcohol use.