Drug and Alcohol Information
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A database of evidence-based alcohol and drug education resources.
By default results that have the highest evidence rating, and are Australia-based, are displayed first.
Information and strategies to reduce risk-taking behaviour for your teenager when it comes to alcohol and other drugs.
Alcohol is the most commonly used drug in Australia. Learn about the effects and risks associated with drinking alcohol.
Get the facts about e-cigarettes, vaping and the law
A short animated video about the effects of cannabis on the developing brain.
This factsheet provides advice for parents to help keep their teenagers safe when they attend parties or events.
This video goes through a typical teenage party scenario, exploring the consequences of drinking alcohol.
Heard a term/drug name & not sure what it means?
Get accurate and up-to-date information about hallucinogens, including the variable risks and effects of consumption.
Learn about the harm minimisation approach and how to talk to teenagers about harm minimisation.
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.
This factsheet provides information for parents on planning a party for teenagers.
This factsheet provides information that can assist readers in recognising the signs of drug use.
How families of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people can positively influence their teenagers choices.
Have a positive impact on your teenager’s choices.
Learn ways to minimise the chances that your child will use illegal drugs, or experience harms from their use.
Learn about the immediate and long-term effects of kava consumption.
Learn how to be assertive, deal with pressure from friends and make your own decisions about alcohol and drugs.
These videos demonstrate how to talk to teens about drug use and motivate them to make changes.
Learn how media and marketing can influence young people’s alcohol, tobacco and e-cigarette use, and what we can do.
Below you will find a list of useful drug education resources. You can filter these according to your needs using the filters on the left hand side. See Getting Started for more information about how to use this site.
This webinar provides information for parents about teenage parties and alcohol use.
This webinar focuses on the relationship between social media and alcohol use, and how parents can protect their teen.
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