It can be easy to lose control, especially if taking loads of drugs is what your friends do. Risks and dangers Using street drugs or alcohol may make you feel good, but they can damage your health. You don t know for sure what is in the drug you buy. Serious infections can be spread by sharing syringes or equipment . Accidents, arguments and fights are more likely after drinking and drug use.
Heavy use can lead to depression, health problems and overdoses.
More information is available from the places listed at the end of this factsheet. How to avoid getting a habit There are some simple ways of stopping yourself from taking drugs when you don t really want to and to stop yourself from getting into a habit that might be hard to control. Identify the situations when you might be under pressure to take drugs. Brainstorm different ways that would help you to avoid taking drugs even ordinary ones like cigarettes and beer so that you stay in control. Watch out for situations where you might be tricked or pressured into taking something.