RISK – Parents

We live in a drug using society – alcohol is used to celebrate and commiserate, we turn to the use of medicines when ill, even if we have caused the illness ourselves such as headaches from lack of sleep, stress or hangovers. Caffeine in energy drinks seems to be accepted by many and new substances come along which can also be misused whether they are legal or illegal.

As a school, our aim is to educate young people to enable them to make informed decisions around the wide variety of substances in society that they may come across. As a result of our awareness raising campaign in 2013-14, linked to caffeine this resulted in a reduction in consumption of energy drinks by students; they were able to make an informed choice.

We have included links to some websites we feel may be useful for parents/carers to also be aware of relating to information, support and advice available around substances.

Think U Know

The parent’s guide to the internet. Come in to find the latest information on the sites you like to visit, mobiles and new technology. Find out what’s good, what’s not and what you can do about it.

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Talk To Frank

Know what’s what; the glossary of drugs has all the info and the slang.

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Know Drugs

This website provides parents and carers with all of the essential information and advice you need to understand the important issues around young people’s drug use

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Alcohol Change

Information about alcohol misuse.

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BBC Advise – Drink & Drugs

Helping you get through life- contains information on substance misuse

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Alcohol Education Trust

Many parents feel lost and confused when talking to their children about alcohol. How can you help them deal with peer pressure and stay safe? What UK laws exist relating to young people and alcohol.

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We Are With You

Information & support for young people who have or who have family members with addiction problems.

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Drinkline

A helpline for anyone who is concerned about their own or someone else’s drinking.
Tel: 0300 123 1110

Get Healthy

A support page for adults to help them make healthy life decisions and changes.

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