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Alcohol is the most commonly used drug in Australia. Learn about the effects and risks associated with drinking alcohol.

Learn what’s in a vape and how they work.

Learn about the history of smoking and the tobacco industry, and what this can tell us about vaping

Cannabis can affect the body and mind. Learn about the different immediate and long-term effects of using cannabis.

Animated video series exploring the health and environmental effects of e-cigarettes/vapes

Get the facts about e-cigarettes, vaping and the law

This video is from the ABC's Catalyst program, and explores the dangers of energy drinks.

Heard a term/drug name & not sure what it means?

This video gives suggestions for what to do if you are concerned about a friend or family member's drinking habits.

Heroin is a highly addictive opiate. Learn about the short and long term effects and risks associated with its use.

When people use drugs, sometimes they can become violent. Read this factsheet for some ways you can protect yourself.

What to do when you’re worried about a friend: tips about how to support them and talk to them about their drug use.

Be prepared for the unpredictable nature of drugs: Learn what to look for and how to help in a drug-related emergency.

Be prepared: Learn how to help in an emergency, and how to place someone in the recovery position correctly.

You might have heard that a little bit of alcohol is healthy. Learn what the evidence really says.

It can be hard to know what to do when someone you love is using drugs. Read this three part series for what you can do.

Learn how to be assertive, deal with pressure from friends and make your own decisions about alcohol and drugs.

Demonstrates different approaches to starting conversations to help a friend and encourage them to seek support.

Learn how media and marketing can influence alcohol, cigarette, and e-cigarette use, and what we can do about it

Learn about medical stimulants, study drugs, and effective study tips

Information about what medicinal cannabis is and what the evidence says about its use for specific medical conditions.