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Resources for: Substance Use and Age 5-11

Substances are defined as: alcohol, tobacco and other medications or drugs (both legal and illegal).

When you take drugs or drink alcohol, there is always some risk involved. This is because drugs and alcohol can affect different people in different ways. It can be hard to know exactly what you are taking, as you often don’t know where the drugs have come from. Reference

Here you will find information about alcohol and drugs, and where to find help if you or someone you know is affected by substance use.

32. Childline No Text

Childline

Childline is a free, confidential service for children and young people under 19 in the UK. Whether you're feeling happy, sad, confused, or worried, you can talk to a trained counsellor anytime day or night by calling, chatting online, or sending an email. They can help with anything, from bullying and family problems to mental health and self-harm. You can also use tools like the Mood Journal, Calm Zone, and message boards to express yourself and find support.

 

Helpline number: 0800 11 11

Web: www.childline.org.uk

Helpline Online Telephone National Free
43. Crisis Counselling

Crisis Counselling (Erskine Counselling)

Crisis Counselling offers free counselling therapy to children and young people in West Dunbartonshire aged 10 and over experiencing emotional and mental health difficulties. Referral through Education services.

Adults can self-refer with a cost for affordable mental health support. Support is available face-to-face or online to help with issues like anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Web: www.crisiscounselling.co.uk/

Services & somewhere to go School Referral Local Free
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Lifelink

A confidential counselling service accessed through West Dunbartonshire secondary schools, where young people can chat to a counsellor to help manage personal and social issues which may be affecting their life. 

Web: https://www.lifelink.org.uk/

Services & somewhere to go School Referral Local Free
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Young Minds

 

For young people who are struggling or just need someone to turn to. Whether you’re feeling stressed, anxious, low or overwhelmed, it offers real advice, relatable stories and support to help you understand what’s going on and find ways to cope. It’s also a place where your voice matters – you can connect with others, share your experiences and be part of a movement making mental health better for young people everywhere.

 

Web: www.youngminds.org.uk/

Website Online National Free
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Clydebank Can

Clydebank Can is a community-based project that aims to bring to life the canal and bandstand area of Three Queen’s Square in Clydebank. It will bring more arts and leisure activities into the area for local people to enjoy, giving everyone in the community more opportunity to take part in events and activities which improve health and wellbeing, and increase social and economic activity in the area.

The website also contains a 'What's On' section with a wealth of information on local events, clubs, activities and more.

Web: https://www.clydebankcan.com/

Website Services & somewhere to go Online Local Free