How thin is the line

We have listened to YOU, young people from across Blackpool, and as well as sharing information about substances, it is important to recognise that many people may use substances as a way to cope with tough times.

As well as being able to learn about ways to reduce harm and access support, you told us you wanted any information to offer hope and practical support in dealing with the issues that may increase the likelihood of some people using substances and developing substance misuse disorders.

Why do you use Coke?

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Instead, make our section more about addressing the why young people may use substances/events that may exacerbate this – link to support for housing, employment/low-income etc/ways to say no/signposting to positive activity/engagement as alternative… on our website
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My experience

Lived Experience Video was good – Ketamine – explained we would need to develop these for the other substances over time as Ketamine video has come about as the result of a specific piece of wok

Development of a mechanism that builds a lived experience library/bank of resources that could be useful to other young people – podcasts, recommending support groups etc…

Why do you use Coke?

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What can I do?

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Provide hope/direction/support How/where to get help – Online in-person etc Positive feedback around the FAQ/drop-down element of the website
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Lived Experience Video was good – Ketamine – explained we would need to develop these for the other substances over time as Ketamine video has come about as the result of a specific piece of wok

Development of a mechanism that builds a lived experience library/bank of resources that could be useful to other young people – podcasts, recommending support groups etc…

What's going to happen to me?

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You’re in the right place!

As well as general information, you can head to the dedicated sections of the website that have more information about: