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Alcohol Concern
www.alcoholconcern.org.uk Alcohol Concern is the national agency on alcohol misuse. They work to reduce the incidence and costs of alcohol-related harm and to increase the range and quality of services available to people with alcohol-related problems.
Alcohol Concern provide information and encourage debate on the wide range of public policy issues affected by alcohol; including public health, housing, children and families, crime and licensing. They support specialist and non-specialist service providers helping to tackle alcohol problems at a local level, whilst also working to influence national alcohol policy.
ASH
www.ash.org.uk ASH is a campaigning public health charity working for a comprehensive societal response to tobacco aimed at achieving a sharp reduction and eventual elimination of the health problems caused by tobacco. ASH works by formulating the best information and analysis of the tobacco problem and credible responses, then communicates that to the public, opinion-formers and decision-makers.
Daily Dose
www.dailydose.net - The aim of the "Daily Dose" Website is to provide links to news and reports concerning drug and alcohol misuse (abuse), and drug addiction.
The "Daily Dose" page is updated twice a day and the headlines have been selected from a wide range of information providers. They are linked directly to these sources where the original reports can be accessed via the Internet free of charge.
Drugaid
www.drugaidcymru.com Drugaid is a registered charity which has been delivering drug and alcohol services in South Wales since the late 1960's. Their purpose is to help individuals and communities affected by drugs and alcohol by delivering a range of therapeutic and information services, details of which can be found in Service Information.
The purpose of their website is to provide you with information about us and other agencies working in the area. It is not intended to provide direct help for specific individual queries or problems. For this, you will need to contact them or any of the agencies listed on their website directly.
Drugs.gov
www.drugs.gov.uk - This is the cross-government drug strategy website for drug professionals and others interested in the strategy. Content includes publications, events, Drug Action Team Directory, public drugs campaign resources, press releases and the national drug strategy
Drugscope
www.drugscope.org.uk
DrugScope is the UK's leading independent centre of expertise on drugs. Our aim is to inform policy development and reduce drug-related risk. We provide quality drug information, promote effective responses to drug taking, undertake research at local, national and international levels, advise on policy-making, encourage informed debate and speak for our member organisations working on the ground.
FRANK
www.talktofrank.com or www.trashed.co.uk Gives information on drugs, advice on getting help and also has a link if you are concerned about someone else. You can e-mail FRANK if you have any unanswered questions about drugs and alcohol or phone the 24 hour, seven days a week helpline 0800 77 66 00.
Re-solv
www.re-solv.org Re-Solv was founded in 1984 by Barrie Liss OBE JP, and remains the ONLY national charity solely dedicated to the prevention of solvent and volatile substance abuse (VSA). As a Director of Evode, Mr Liss was concerned about the problem of solvent abuse and determined to do something about it. Their website provides information, facts, figures and advice for parents, professionals and anyone who has an interst in VSA.
TEDS
www.teds.org.uk TEDS are a voluntary agency offering FREE and CONFIDENTIAL services to users of drugs and alcohol throughout the Rhondda Cynon Taff area. These services are also available for families and friends.
Wrecked
www.wrecked.co.uk An informative site for young people about the dangers of binge drinking. It contains interactive games, scenarios and facts, which can be used on an individual basis or in a group setting.
Home Office
www.homeofficedrugs.gov.uk A government based website full of policies, guidance and latest news. A good source for research both for young people and professionals.
TheSite
www.TheSite.org.uk This site is packed with information about all aspects of life. A good reference for drugs and alcohol with links to other national and local websites. This site is aimed at the 16+ year group.
Cliconline
www.cliconline.co.uk An information site for young people aged 11 - 25 specific to Wales. It has loads of information from sport to money, health to travel.
Knowcannabis
www.knowcannabis.org.uk This site is designed to help young people know their cannabis use and its potential impact on their lives and how to make changes if they want to. Contains lots of information, quizzes, self-help programme and links to other sites.
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