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www.channel4.com/health/microsites/
W/wasted/index.html
Information from Channel 4 about what help there is available for people struggling with drug addiction as well as friends and family who want to know how they may be able to help.
www.channel4learning.net/support/
programmenotes/micro/drugs/index.html
Programme notes to accompany 'Drugs: The lowdown on getting high', a 50-minute film from 4learning that takes an honest look at the ups and downs of using cannabis, ecstasy, speed or cocaine – from the first-fix euphoria to the debilitating downs.
www.channel4learning.net/support/
programmenotes/micro/booze/index.html
Programme notes to accompany 'Booze: A young person's guide', a 50-minute documentary that presents six drinking stories that show the different attitudes that exist towards alcohol among many young British people today.
www.channel4learning.net/support/
programmenotes/micro/addictions/index.html
Programme notes to accompany 'Britain's Deadliest Addictions', a five-part series that looks at three people who are addicts, each with a different background and problem, but with one thing in common – they are dependant on drugs or alcohol to get them through every day. It follows them for five days in a treatment centre as they work with experts to tackle their problems.
www.youthinformation.com
Youthinformation.com is the National Youth Agency's online information toolkit for young people and all those working with them. Within its health area, the site contains an extensive section on drugs and alcohol, with information on the law, types and effects of drugs, and useful links to related sites and sources of support.
www.freevibe.com
Freevibe is a website aimed at young people that provides information and support around drugs. This interactive site includes video stories, quizzes and free resources, with an emphasis on young people supporting each other to stay drug-free.
www.talktofrank.com
This website has a comprehensive A-Z of drugs on its home page, which may be useful as a reference for both teachers and young people, and FAQs sections for young people and parents. Also included are stories, videos, news and articles, as well as sections on dealing with pressure and finding support. Free leaflets are also available to download.
www.nhs.uk/livewell
This link is for the healthy living section of this NHS-run site. It contains helpful information on a range of health issues, with real-life stories on cannabis and cocaine misuse. There are internal links to a range of associated topics, such as dealing with addiction, depression, binge drinking and risks to health.
www.addaction.org.uk
Addaction is the UK's biggest drugs and alcohol treatment charity. The website contains reports and research into drug and alcohol use in the UK. They have two resources particularly aimed at young people, available to download (or order, for £1 each) from the Our information/Publications section:
www.drugsline.org/site/pages/index.php
Drugsline is an independent drugs crisis, information and support charity based in London. It provides free and confidential information and support for people with drugs- and alcohol-related issues, their families and friends. This is a clear, easy to navigate site with an Education section where you can look into outreach work for your school. It also includes detailed information on all of the drugs featured in the series, with photographs of associated paraphernalia.
www.adfam.org.uk
Adfam is the leading national organisation working with and for families affected by drugs and alcohol. They run and support a wide range of community-based projects supporting families living with drug use. A current piece of work is around supporting grandparents as carers. The site has information on local support groups, help for families and an extensive list of useful organisations.
www.drinkaware.co.uk
Drinkaware is an independent charity aiming to change the UK's drinking habits for the better. They promote responsible drinking and find innovative ways to challenge the national drinking culture and tackle alcohol misuse. The website includes information on sensible drinking levels, a units calculator and a link to the 'Drinkcheck' quiz.
www.knowthescore.info
Know the score provides information and advice on drugs in Scotland for young people, parents and professionals. The site includes information on first aid, a directory of services and a helpline.
www.ltscotland.org.uk/
healthpromotingschools/resources.asp
LTS is the lead organisation for curriculum development in Scotland. This part of their website contains a search tool for lists of resources – printed media, websites, leaflets, videos and teaching kits – to help support all aspects of health education. Simply search for alcohol, drugs or sexual health.
www.homeoffice.gov.uk/rds/pdfs04/r215.pdf [PDF]
Home Office paper Alcohol and sexual violence: key findings from the research (Andrea Finney, 2004).
www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2005/sep/27/
ukcrime.prisonsandprobation
Guardian article, 'Third of young women assaulted while drunk' (James Meikle, 2005).
Note to teachers: It is important to guard against 'victim blaming' (often 'women blaming') attitudes. Responsibility for sexual assault always lies with the perpetrator, not the victim. For information on a current campaign around this topic, you might like to visit
www.thisisnotaninvitationtorapeme.co.uk/home
Information from Channel 4 about what help there is available for people struggling with drug addiction, and their friends and family.
Notes to support Channel 4 Learning programmes.
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