Drugs and Alcohol Misuse

There are many reasons why young people use drugs: they may be curious about the effects, they may be feeling bad and want to escape from reality or they might be introduced to drugs by their friends.

Different drugs have different effects, but they are addictive, and after using a drug several times you may become either physically or psychologically dependant on it. This can become a problem when it begins to affect someone’s life and their day to day routine.

Useful links

• Talk to Frank - friendly, confidential drugs advice
• Drug and Alcohol Wellbeing Service (DAWS)
• Insight Westminster - for young people up to 18 years who are living with, or are affected by, drug or alcohol issues
• Insight Kensington and Chelsea - For young people up to 18 years who are living with, or are affected by, drug or alcohol issues
• Blenheim

Worried about a child or young person?

If you want to report any abuse or discuss concerns in relation to children and young people please contact:

• Hammersmith & Fulham - [email protected] or tel: 020 8753 6600
• Kensington and Chelsea - [email protected] or tel: 020 7361 3013
• Westminster - [email protected] or tel: 020 7641 4000

 

In an emergency call the police on 999.