Drug abuse

Drug abuse can affect your health, relationships, job and education. Learn about Australia's drug laws, drug addiction and where to get help.

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Party drugs

Some people use drugs at parties to experience a ‘high’. But party drugs can impact your mental and physical wellbeing, and many are illegal.

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Drug overdose

A drug overdose is when you take more of a drug than your body can handle. Learn how to recognise, respond to, and prevent a drug overdose.

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Drugs and alcohol

Learn more about alcohol, substance abuse and a range of drugs including marijuana, ice (crystal meth) and MDMA (ecstasy).

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Drugs in sport

Using drugs to give your performance an edge can also affect your health. Learn more about what damage drugs can do to your health.

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How to help someone who is misusing drugs or alcohol

Supporting somebody who's struggling with drug or alcohol misuse is not easy. Learn practical strategies, intervention, and resources to help.

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Drug and alcohol rehabilitation

Drug and alcohol rehabilitation services can help you reduce or stop using substances. Learn more about rehab services and where to go for help.

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Medicines information

Learn more about a range of medicines, such as pain relief medicines, antidepressants and medicines for children.

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GHB

GHB is a party drug. It has been linked to date rape and sexual assault. Find out more about the physical effects and consequences of using GHB.

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Speed

Speed is a drug that can become addictive and lead to health, social and financial problems. Find out about its effects and associated risks.

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LSD (acid)

LSD is a hallucinogenic drug that can change your perception of reality. Find out how LSD works, and the health risks of LSD addiction.

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MDMA (ecstasy)

MDMA (ecstasy) is an illicit drug which can give a euphoric rush, but which has dangerous side effects. Learn about the risks posed by MDMA use.

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Ice (crystal meth)

Ice, also known as crystal meth, is a very addictive illegal drug. Find out more about ice, including what it is and the dangers of its use.

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Heroin

Heroin is an illegal, addictive drug with many side effects. Find out more about the dangers of heroin use, addiction and rehabilitation.

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Ketamine

Ketamine is a drug used by doctors and vets. It can also be used illegally to get high. Learn more about ketamine and the dangers of long-term abuse.

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Substance abuse

Substance abuse involves using too much alcohol or other drugs. Read about the signs of substance abuse as well as available treatments.

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Addiction withdrawal

You may have withdrawal symptoms when you try to quit alcohol, drugs, smoking or vaping. Read more about quitting or withdrawing from a substance.

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Cocaine

Cocaine, or 'coke', is an addictive drug that can cause unwanted effects. Learn more about cocaine’s effects and the risks associated with its use.

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Sniffing (inhalants)

Inhalants are chemical substances that release fumes or vapours. Some people inhale these fumes to feel high. There is no safe level of inhalant use.

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Alcohol

Alcohol is a legal but mood-changing drug. Read more about alcohol’s effects on the body, about safe drinking, 'standard drinks', and more.

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Young adults' health

Becoming a young adult means new responsibilities, including taking charge of your own health. Learn about things like contraception, sexually transmitted infections and the effects of drugs and alcohol.

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Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines

Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are medicines you can buy without needing a prescription. OT medicines can cause side effects and drug interactions.

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Urine tests

Urine tests are used for many different reasons. They can diagnose conditions, such as pregnancy, infections, diseases and screen for drug use.

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Cannabis (marijuana)

Marijuana (cannabis) is one of the most commonly used illicit drugs in Australia. You can find out more about marijuana and how it impacts users here.

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Overcoming addiction

Recovering from an addiction is a gradual process. It may take a few attempts. Rehabilitation is easier with support to help you deal with symptoms.

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Can medicines be addictive?

Some medicines can be addictive. You can become dependent on a medicine. Find out the difference. Learn how to avoid becoming addicted to medicines.

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Allergies

Information about allergy types, as well as allergy testing, anaphylaxis, antihistamines and common related conditions such as asthma and hay fever.

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Parasite conditions

Parasites can infect humans via many routes, such as through sexual intercourse, via a vector (e.g. mosquito), through ingestion, or simply from close contact with an infected person. Learn more about them here.

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Serotonin

Serotonin is a chemical messenger that affects wellbeing and happiness. Many antidepressants increase serotonin levels in the brain.

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Anabolic steroids

Anabolic steroids may boost performance and body image, but are illegal in Australia unless prescribed by a doctor, as they may cause harm if misused.

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