If you are going to talk to your kids or friends about drug use, you should always try and find out what he or she thinks – and listen.
Some people suffer in silence, thinking their parents or friends won't understand their problems - you might be concerned about drugs, alcohol or solvents while they're worrying about something else. It's critical that you hear what they have to say so you can understand their problems and point them in the right direction.
Ultimately you shouldn’t feel like you have to take on the problem yourself. There are a range of people you can talk to and services available that offer support. To talk to someone call the Information Line on 0800 587 587 9 or to services in your area visit directory of services.