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$("#ask-search-input").autocomplete({ source: availableTags }); </script> <div class="grid faq__section faq__filter" id="faqFilter"> <div class="grid__col-xs-12 grid__col-lg-4"> <label class="label--heavy">Filter by Drug Type</label> </div> <div class="grid__col-xs-12 grid__col-lg-8"> <div class="custom-select-container"> <select class="faq__filter__select select custom replaced"> <option>Select a Category</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/what-are-drugs/">What are drugs?</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/effects-harm/">Effects & Harm</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/getting-help/">Getting Help</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/drug-driving/">Drug Driving</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/drugs-pregnancy/">Drugs & Pregnancy</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/drug-testing/">Drug Testing</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/withdrawal/">Withdrawal</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/treatment/">Treatment</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/cocaine/">Cocaine</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/hallucinogens/">Hallucinogens</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/pieds/">PIEDs</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/cannabis/">Cannabis</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/heroin/">Heroin</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/ecstasy/">Ecstasy</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/amphetamines/">Amphetamines</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/new-psychoactives/">New Psychoactives</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/drug-aware/">Drug Aware</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/the-law/">The Law</option> <option value="/get-the-facts/faqs-ask-a-question/pharmaceuticals/">Pharmaceuticals</option> </select> </div> </div> </div> <div class="faq__section"> <div class="accordion accordions" role="tablist" data-track="true"> <h2>Effects & Harm</h2> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--will-drugs-affect-my-relationships-with-friends-and-family" aria-controls="a--will-drugs-affect-my-relationships-with-friends-and-family" id="q--will-drugs-affect-my-relationships-with-friends-and-family" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">Will drugs affect my relationships with friends and family? </span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--will-drugs-affect-my-relationships-with-friends-and-family" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>Drugs affect people differently. Some become depressed, angry, aggressive, sleepy, unmotivated, paranoid, anxious or talkative. Drug use can lead to social and emotional problems and negative effects on relationships with family and friends.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--can-you-be-dependent-on-drugs" aria-controls="a--can-you-be-dependent-on-drugs" id="q--can-you-be-dependent-on-drugs" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">Can you be dependent on drugs?</span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--can-you-be-dependent-on-drugs" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>With regular use, tolerance to and dependence on drugs can develop.</p> <p>- Tolerance: when a person needs more of a drug to achieve the same effects they felt before with smaller amounts.</p> <p>- Dependence: when the use of the drug becomes central to a person's life and they may experience withdrawal symptoms if they stop using it.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--can-regular-use-of-non-prescription-medicines-harm-my-health" aria-controls="a--can-regular-use-of-non-prescription-medicines-harm-my-health" id="q--can-regular-use-of-non-prescription-medicines-harm-my-health" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">Can regular use of non-prescription medicines harm my health?</span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--can-regular-use-of-non-prescription-medicines-harm-my-health" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>Non-prescription medicines can be dangerous if they are misused. All medicines contain drugs that can lead to a variety of health problems when they are taken in doses above what is recommended, too often, or for purposes for which they are not suitable. For example, the use of minor analgesics (such as aspirin or paracetamol) over the long term can lead to a variety of health problems, including kidney disorders, anaemia and gastric ulcers.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--what-are-some-of-the-common-side-effects-of-abusing-drugs" aria-controls="a--what-are-some-of-the-common-side-effects-of-abusing-drugs" id="q--what-are-some-of-the-common-side-effects-of-abusing-drugs" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">What are some of the common side effects of abusing drugs?</span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--what-are-some-of-the-common-side-effects-of-abusing-drugs" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>The misuse of drugs can result in social, mental, physical and legal consequences.</p> <p>For example, drug-use can lead to emotional problems and affect relationships with family and friends. When people are under the influence of drugs, changes can occur in their behaviour depending on how they feel (for example, sleepy, euphoric or sick). Friends may not be able to rely on the person as the user?s moods can change depending whether they are using or not. Long-term use can lead to serious health and financial problems, which can also affect relationships.</p> <p>Drug use has also been associated with mental health issues such as psychotic episodes, depression and paranoia.</p> <p>In Western Australia, it is illegal to use, possess, manufacture or supply illict drugs. Penalties can range from a $2000 fine and/or two years in prison, to a $100 000 fine and/or imprisonment for 25 years. In addition, any person convicted of a drug offence will receive a criminal record. This can lead to difficulties in getting a job, credit or visas for overseas travel.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--what-drug-makes-you-angry" aria-controls="a--what-drug-makes-you-angry" id="q--what-drug-makes-you-angry" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">What drug makes you angry?</span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--what-drug-makes-you-angry" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>A number of drugs are associated with antisocial and violent behavior. Some drugs, particularly when used to excess and/or used illegally, significantly increase the risk for aggressive behavior and the commission of acts of violence. Alcohol, anabolic steroids, benzodiazepines, methamphetamine and cocaine are key drugs that can escalate the development of aggression and violent behavior.</p> <p>For more information call ADIS confidentially, 24/7 on (08) 9442 5000 or country callers freecall 1800 198 024.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--short-term-and-long-term-effects-of-drugs-and-alcohol-on-the-body-and-mind" aria-controls="a--short-term-and-long-term-effects-of-drugs-and-alcohol-on-the-body-and-mind" id="q--short-term-and-long-term-effects-of-drugs-and-alcohol-on-the-body-and-mind" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">Short term and long term effects of drugs and alcohol on the body and mind</span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--short-term-and-long-term-effects-of-drugs-and-alcohol-on-the-body-and-mind" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>The effects of alcohol and other drugs will vary from person to person depending on the persons characteristics (such as physical size, gender, mood, diet, fitness, age, expectations and health), the alcohol and/or drug itself (such as the amount used and its purity), and how it is taken and the environment a person is in when using the drug.</p> <p>Some people become depressed, angry, aggressive, sleepy, unmotivated, paranoid, anxious or talkative. Alcohol and other drug use can lead to social and emotional problems and negative effects on relationships with family and friends.</p> <p>If alcohol and/or other drug use has become a problem for you, you can contact the Alcohol and Drug Support Line (ADSL). ADSL is a 24hr confidential service that can help you with information, counselling, referral and advice on alcohol and other drugs. You can contact ADSL on (08) 9442 5000 or 1800 198 024 toll-free if you live outside the metropolitan area within Western Australia.</p> <p> </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--how-do-drugs-affect-a-person-s-health" aria-controls="a--how-do-drugs-affect-a-person-s-health" id="q--how-do-drugs-affect-a-person-s-health" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">How do drugs affect a person’s health?</span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--how-do-drugs-affect-a-person-s-health" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>The effects of drugs will vary from person to person depending on the persons characteristics (such as physical size, gender, mood, diet, fitness, age, expectations and health), the drug itself (such as the amount used and its purity), and how it is taken and the environment a person is in when using the drug.</p> <p>Drug use can impact on your physical and mental health. Some people can become depressed, angry, aggressive, sleepy, unmotivated, paranoid, anxious or talkative when using drugs. Drug use can also increase the risk of mental health problems, especially in people who have a vulnerability to mental health conditions. Drug use can also lead to social and emotional problems and negative effects on relationships with family and friends, which can be detrimental to someone’s health.</p> <p>If alcohol and/or other drug use has become a problem for you, you can contact the Alcohol and Drug Support Line (ADSS). ADSS is a 24hr confidential service that can help you with information, counselling, referral and advice on alcohol and other drugs. You can contact ADSS on (08) 9442 5000 or 1800 198 024 toll-free if you live outside the metropolitan area within Western Australia.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--what-is-addiction" aria-controls="a--what-is-addiction" id="q--what-is-addiction" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">What is addiction?</span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--what-is-addiction" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>Addiction is a complex issue. Some drugs are more physically addictive while others are mentally or socially addictive. Drug use can lead to tolerance and dependence.</p> <p>Tolerance – This means that a person needs more of the drug to achieve the same effects they experienced previously with smaller amounts.</p> <p>Dependence – This means that the drug becomes central to a person’s life and they feel they cannot function properly without it.</p> <p>If alcohol and/or other drug use has become a problem for you, you can contact the Alcohol and Drug Support Line (ADSL). ADSL is a 24hr confidential service that can help you with information, counselling, referral and advice on alcohol and other drugs. You can contact ADSL on (08) 9442 5000 or 1800 198 024 toll-free if you live outside the metropolitan area within Western Australia.</p> <p> </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--what-are-the-effects-of-drug" aria-controls="a--what-are-the-effects-of-drug" id="q--what-are-the-effects-of-drug" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">What are the effects of drugs?</span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--what-are-the-effects-of-drug" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>The effects of drugs will vary from person to person depending on the persons characteristics (such as physical size, gender, mood, diet, fitness, age, expectations and health), the alcohol and/or drug itself (such as the amount used and its purity), and how it is taken and the environment a person is in when using the drug.</p> <p>Some people become depressed, angry, aggressive, sleepy, unmotivated, paranoid, anxious or talkative. Drug use can increase the risk of mental health problems, so people with an existing mental health condition should be even more cautious about using this drug. For these reasons, there is no safe level of illicit drug use.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--what-signs-do-you-look-for-to-detect-if-someone-may-be-using-drugs" aria-controls="a--what-signs-do-you-look-for-to-detect-if-someone-may-be-using-drugs" id="q--what-signs-do-you-look-for-to-detect-if-someone-may-be-using-drugs" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">What signs do you look for to detect if someone may be using drugs?</span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--what-signs-do-you-look-for-to-detect-if-someone-may-be-using-drugs" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>Drugs effect everyone differently. There are many signs that you may notice if someone is using drugs. These can include changes in their behaviour, a change of friends, withdrawal from family, suspicious activity, changes in eating and sleeping patterns, or deterioration in health. However, everyone responds differently to drug use and these type of changes can sometimes be a normal part of development (e.g., during adolescence)and not related to drug use at all.</p> <p><span>If you are concerned about someone using drugs, you can contact the Parent and Family Drug Support Line (PFDSL) on 9442 5050 or 1800 653 203 (country callers toll-free) or email </span><a href="mailto:alcoholdrugsupport@mhc.wa.gov.au" class="email">alcoholdrugsupport@mhc.wa.gov.au</a><span>. PFDSL is a 24hr confidential service that can help you with information, counselling, referral and advice on alcohol and other drugs.</span></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--how-to-stay-safe-from-dangers-of-drugs" aria-controls="a--how-to-stay-safe-from-dangers-of-drugs" id="q--how-to-stay-safe-from-dangers-of-drugs" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">How to stay safe from dangers of drugs</span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--how-to-stay-safe-from-dangers-of-drugs" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>Not taking drugs is the safest option. Most people who are offered drugs don't accept. If you are in a situation you are pressured to take drugs the best thing to do is to remove yourself from the situation and surround yourself with people who don't take drugs.</p> <p>If you do take drugs or know people who do and want to know how to reduce harms see the Staying Safe section of our website: <a href="/staying-safe/">https://drugaware.com.au/staying-safe/</a></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--what-are-the-effects-and-consequences-when-youre-using-drugs" aria-controls="a--what-are-the-effects-and-consequences-when-youre-using-drugs" id="q--what-are-the-effects-and-consequences-when-youre-using-drugs" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">What are the effects and consequences when you're using drugs?</span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--what-are-the-effects-and-consequences-when-youre-using-drugs" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>The effects of drugs will vary from person to person depending on the persons characteristics (such as physical size, gender, mood, diet, fitness, age, expectations and health), the alcohol and/or drug itself (such as the amount used and its purity), and how it is taken and the environment a person is in when using the drug.</p> <p>Drug use can impact on your physical and mental health. Some people become depressed, angry, aggressive, sleepy, unmotivated, paranoid, anxious or talkative. Drug use can increase the risk of mental health problems, so people with an existing mental health condition should be even more cautious about using drugs.</p> <p>It can also lead to social problems and have negative effects on relationships with family and friends. As some drugs are illegal, there can also be legal ramifications associated with drug use. For these reasons, there is no safe level of illicit drug use. </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--what-is-the-most-harmful-drug" aria-controls="a--what-is-the-most-harmful-drug" id="q--what-is-the-most-harmful-drug" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">What is the most harmful drug?</span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--what-is-the-most-harmful-drug" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>There is no safe level of illicit drug use. The effects of drugs will vary from person to person depending on the persons characteristics (such as physical size, gender, mood, diet, fitness, age, expectations and health), the alcohol and/or drug itself (such as the amount used and its purity), and how it is taken and the environment a person is in when using the drug.</p> <p>If drug and/or alcohol use has become a problem for you, or a loved one, you can contact the Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS) on (08) 9442 5000 (or 1800 198 024 country-callers toll-free). ADIS is a 24hr confidential service that can help you with information, counselling, referral and advice on alcohol and other drugs.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Question"> <h2 class="accordion__header" role="tab" href="#a--what-are-the-consequences-of-drugs" aria-controls="a--what-are-the-consequences-of-drugs" id="q--what-are-the-consequences-of-drugs" aria-selected="false" tabindex="0"><span itemprop="name">What are the consequences of drugs?</span><i class="icon icon--bg"></i></h2> <div class="accordion__panel" role="tabpanel" id="a--what-are-the-consequences-of-drugs" aria-hidden="false" tabindex="0"> <div itemprop="acceptedAnswer" itemscope itemtype="http://schema.org/Answer"> <div itemprop="text"> <p>The effects of drugs vary from person to person depending on the persons individual characteristics, such as physical size, gender, mood, diet, fitness, age, expectations and health, the drug itself such as the amount used and its purity, and how it is taken and the environment a person is in when using the drug. </p> <p>Some people become depressed, angry, aggressive, sleepy, unmotivated, paranoid, anxious or talkative. Drug use can lead to social and emotional problems and negative effects on relationships with family and friends.</p> <p>As it is illegal to possess, manufacture, supply or use illicit drugs in Australia, a person convicted of a drug offence will receive a criminal record and this can lead to difficulties in getting a job, credit or visas for overseas travel.</p> <p>If drug use has become a problem for you, or someone you know, you can contact the Alcohol and Drug Support Line on (08) 9442 5000 or 1800 198 024 (country callers toll-free). 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