Resources
Useful service numbers
- State-wide Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) advice service DirectLine(opens in a new window), phone 1800 888 236(opens in a new window), 24 hours, 7 days
- Youth-specific service Youth, Drugs and Alcohol Advice (YoDAA)(opens in a new window), phone 1800 458 685(opens in a new window), 9 am to 8 pm Monday to Friday
Websites
- Better Health Channel(opens in a new window) – contains more information on the physiological effects and immediate health and safety risks associated with different types of drugs
- Department of Health: National Drug Strategy(opens in a new window) – an Australian Government website where the National Drug Strategy 2017 to 2026 can be downloaded
- Alcohol and Drug Foundation(opens in a new window) – includes more information and resources on alcohol and other drug harm minimisation
- Department of Education and Training: Drug education(opens in a new window) – further information on drug education in schools, including whole school approaches
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