Drug Use
Cannabis has been reclassified from a Class C drug to a Class B drug.
For more information about this go to the Home Office Drugs Website
Want to know more about drugs and alcohol?
Talk to FRANK
For more local sources of help see below!
Addicition Dependency Solutions Staffordshire
ADS Staffordshire is a charity which provides a free confidential service to anyone who is 18 years and over who lives in the Staffordshire area and has a problem with drug or alcohol misuse.
They provide:
- One to one support from your dedicated keyworker
- Structured motivational workshops
- Drop in support
- Support for employment, training and education
- Partner and family support
- Social and leisure activities
- Volunteering opportunities
- Referrals to other specialist services
Key facts about ADS:
- ADS has centres throughout the North of England
You can be referred by:
- Your GP
- Probation services
- All Criminal Justice services
- Saffordshire Drug Services
- Any other misuse service
OR YOU CAN REFER YOURSELF:
By calling 01785 270 080
Or call in at:
ADS Staffordshire
18 Martin Street
Stafford
ST16 2LG
Email: stafford@ADSolutions.org.uk
ADS Website
For more information about this go to the Home Office Drugs Website
Want to know more about drugs and alcohol?
Talk to FRANK
For more local sources of help see below!
Addicition Dependency Solutions Staffordshire
ADS Staffordshire is a charity which provides a free confidential service to anyone who is 18 years and over who lives in the Staffordshire area and has a problem with drug or alcohol misuse.
They provide:
- One to one support from your dedicated keyworker
- Structured motivational workshops
- Drop in support
- Support for employment, training and education
- Partner and family support
- Social and leisure activities
- Volunteering opportunities
- Referrals to other specialist services
Key facts about ADS:
- ADS has centres throughout the North of England
You can be referred by:
- Your GP
- Probation services
- All Criminal Justice services
- Saffordshire Drug Services
- Any other misuse service
OR YOU CAN REFER YOURSELF:
By calling 01785 270 080
Or call in at:
ADS Staffordshire
18 Martin Street
Stafford
ST16 2LG
Email: stafford@ADSolutions.org.uk
ADS Website
Alcohol
Most people enjoy drinking and find it a sociable and relaxing thing to do. Normally it leads to no harm. But there are times when drinking too much or even drinking at all can cause problems.
Here are some main do's and don'ts regarding alcohol:
Don't....
* Drink and drive
* Operate machinery, use electrical equipment or work at heights after drinking
* Drink while on certain medications - check labels and ask a doctor if unsure
* Binge drink - it can lead to health and other problems.
* Be forced into drinking more than you want
* Accept drinks from other people, particularly strangers
Do...
* Drink moderately, slowly and try to eat before or whilst drinking.
* Abstain for 48 hours, if you have been drinking heavily, to let your body recover
* Get help from a doctor or specialist agency if you are worried about your drinking.
Drink Spiking
For information regarding drink spiking and saftey whilst out drinking please see the information at the link above.
What do I do if you think your drink has been spiked
If you are / were off campus:
- Immediatly get to a place of safety. If you are with close friends tell them your worries and get them to take you home as soon as possible.
*However please be very sure that you implicity trust the person or friend(s) you are asking
- If you are alone or with a stranger or someone you don't implicitly trust go to the pub landlord/bar/ nightclub manager and tell them your fears.
Get them to put you in a safe place e.g. office whilst they call you a taxi, a trusted friend or your parents to help get you home safely.
*Under no circumstances let a stranger or acquaintance offer to help you or take you anywhere including to your own home - They could well be the person who spiked your drink!
If you suspect your drink may have been spiked whilst you are / were at the Students' Union contact (or get a friend to contact) a KUSU Steward or member of the Security staff or a senior member of bar staff immediatley.
Useful Contact Numbers:
Staffordshire Police emergency number - 9 - 999 (if you are calling from on campus) 999 (if you are calling from off campus).
Staffordshire Police non-emergency number - 101
University Security - 8888 (from your room if you are calling from on campus)
Students' Union Security - 01782 7 33720
Here are some main do's and don'ts regarding alcohol:
Don't....
* Drink and drive
* Operate machinery, use electrical equipment or work at heights after drinking
* Drink while on certain medications - check labels and ask a doctor if unsure
* Binge drink - it can lead to health and other problems.
* Be forced into drinking more than you want
* Accept drinks from other people, particularly strangers
Do...
* Drink moderately, slowly and try to eat before or whilst drinking.
* Abstain for 48 hours, if you have been drinking heavily, to let your body recover
* Get help from a doctor or specialist agency if you are worried about your drinking.
Drink Spiking
For information regarding drink spiking and saftey whilst out drinking please see the information at the link above.
What do I do if you think your drink has been spiked
If you are / were off campus:
- Immediatly get to a place of safety. If you are with close friends tell them your worries and get them to take you home as soon as possible.
*However please be very sure that you implicity trust the person or friend(s) you are asking
- If you are alone or with a stranger or someone you don't implicitly trust go to the pub landlord/bar/ nightclub manager and tell them your fears.
Get them to put you in a safe place e.g. office whilst they call you a taxi, a trusted friend or your parents to help get you home safely.
*Under no circumstances let a stranger or acquaintance offer to help you or take you anywhere including to your own home - They could well be the person who spiked your drink!
If you suspect your drink may have been spiked whilst you are / were at the Students' Union contact (or get a friend to contact) a KUSU Steward or member of the Security staff or a senior member of bar staff immediatley.
Useful Contact Numbers:
Staffordshire Police emergency number - 9 - 999 (if you are calling from on campus) 999 (if you are calling from off campus).
Staffordshire Police non-emergency number - 101
University Security - 8888 (from your room if you are calling from on campus)
Students' Union Security - 01782 7 33720
Useful Contacts
Useful Websites:
www.portman-group.org.uk
Useful Phone Numbers:
ADSIS (Alcohol and Dependency Services in Staffordshire )
Confidential advice, information and support for anyone affected by alcohol use.
Tel: 0844 5617079 (Monday to Thursday 9.30am to 4.30pm) (4pm Fridays)
www.portman-group.org.uk
Useful Phone Numbers:
ADSIS (Alcohol and Dependency Services in Staffordshire )
Confidential advice, information and support for anyone affected by alcohol use.
Tel: 0844 5617079 (Monday to Thursday 9.30am to 4.30pm) (4pm Fridays)