Think Alcohol

Straight facts about alcohol, safer choices, your rights, and where to get support in Dudley. Whether you drink, don't drink, or you're worried about a mate, this page is here to help.

Alcohol awareness for young people in Dudley

Explore the facts

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What is Alcohol?

How alcohol affects your brain, body, mood, units and short-term / long-term effects.
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Alcohol Safety

Know your limits, eat first, pace yourself, stay hydrated, and plan how to get home.
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Alcohol and the law

Underage drinking, buying alcohol, drink driving, and why spiking is a crime.
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Looking After Friends

Simple things you can do to help look after a friend who is drunk or feeling unwell.
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Not here to judge

This site is about facts, choices, safety and support - not telling you off! We want you to understand the risks, look after yourself and your friends, and know where to turn if something doesn't feel right.
If someone is unconscious, breathing strangely, having seizures, or you're seriously worried, call 999.
Stay with them, get help fast, and don't leave them alone.
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Confidential support for young people in Dudley.

Talk to your GP

Your GP can listen, offer advice and point you to local support.

Find more support in Dudley

Local services, helplines and safe places to get help.