Young people often start to experiment drinking alcohol as they start to grow up, and some will try taking illegal drugs as well.
It’s really important to know how alcohol and drugs affect your body, and to recognise if any substance use is becoming a problem.
Drugs and alcohol support in Devon
- Our Health for Teens website has lots of information and advice if you’re looking for help with either drugs or alcohol.
- Our adult social care website also contains information and advice about alcohol and drug support.
School nurses
If you’re aged 11 to 19 and are worried about your health and wellbeing, Devon’s school nurses are here to help you with a wide range of issues such as emotional health, relationships, self-harm, bullying, alcohol, healthy eating, drugs and smoking and more.
Text your school nurse on 07520 631722
Y-Smart
The team at Y-Smart support young people up to the age of 18, who have issues around substance use. Young people can be referred for support by a professional, or they can refer themselves for help.