What to do if you are concerned about a friend's alcohol or drug use?
- Take action
- Deal with it head on
- Do not hide from the problem
- The faster you act the faster they can start to become well again
- Have an open discussion
- Voice your concerns
- Don't make accusations
- Don't talk to them when under the influence
- Stay calm and rational
- Ask what's going on in their lives?
- Ask how they feel about family & school?
- Is there anything worrying them?
- Encourage them to talk to other family members, a GP or counselor
- If concerned seek professional help