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Deal with a drinking or drug problem

Drugs are everywhere. More and more younger and younger kids are exposed to illegal drugs – many of which just weren't around when their parents were young. Drugs have become a bigger problem and choices and decisions that teens have to make about these issues have become more pressing.

Step 1.
Fill in Health24's questionnaire to find out if you have a problem with drugs or alcohol.

Step 2.
For more information on drugs and alcohol and treatment, visit Health24's Addiction Centre.

Step 3.
If you think a family member may need help, or if their drinking or drugging affects your life, read the article on how to deal with someone else's addiction problem.

Step 4.
Also find out how you can say no to drugs.

Step 5.
Still have a question about a drug or drinking problem? Why not post a question to Health24's teen health expert or our Cybershrink?

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