Your Choices and Tips

It is understandable to be curious and feel under pressure about drugs. But you must remember that it is your decision and you have the right to say “No”. It is important to make an informed choice. There are a lot of dangers that come with experimenting with drugs. It is important to have all the information when making a choice. It is hard to know how drugs will affect your future.

Drugs can:

Harm your relationship with family/friends.
May become an addiction.
Affect your emotions.
Lead to debts/owing money.
Cause you to be involved with the Gardai.
Cause depression or other mental health problems.

Tips:

Find out more information
Be prepared to say No!
Find other things to do for fun
Find other ways to relax and de-stress
Look for support for any emotional reasons you may be turning to drugs
Talk to a parent or adult you can trust

If you have any other concerns about drugs you can always call Childline on 1800 666 666 and speak to someone who will listen.