The effects and consequences of using drugs can be
unpredictable and dangerous. People using drugs may
risk an overdose, an accident, getting into trouble with
the police, becoming addicted, missing school, damage
to your health, falling out with family and friends...
Weighing it up
It is difficult to weigh up the risks and dangers of taking
drugs.
There are so many things that could get in the way of
keeping
yourself and your friends safe! Here are some things to
think
about if you are worried about the dangers of using drugs:
- What kind of drug is taken?
- How the drug is taken?
- How much is taken?
- Has more than one drug been taken at the same time?
- What mood is the user in?
- Who else is there?