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New Psychoactive Substances (NPS), also known as ‘synthetic drugs’ also known as synthetic cathinones or ‘legal highs’ are chemicals that are made to act in a similar way to drugs like cannabis, ecstasy, cocaine or methamphetamine.

The effects of NPS vary from substance to substance and so may signs of overdose. Signs of overdoes is partly based on what is known of related drugs (MDMA and amphetamines) as not enough research has been done on individual cathinones

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IOAD Overdose Factsheet: New Psychoactive Substances

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Opioids is an umbrella term for natural or synthetic drugs that are derived from – or related to – the opium poppy. Opioids are central nervous system depressants, that dull the senses, induce relaxation and euphoria. They depress (slow down) breathing and the heart rate. In high doses, opioids depress the body’s natural urge to breathe. When someone is having an overdose they can stop breathing and may die. Even if a person does not die from overdose, they can sustain brain damage.

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IOAD Overdose Factsheet: Opioids

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Stimulants are a category of drug that increase alertness and heart rate, producing an effect of increased confidence, and energy. Large doses of these drugs can result in anxiety, panic, seizures, headaches, stomach cramps, aggression and paranoia.

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IOAD Overdose Factsheet: Stimulants

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Penington Institute

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IOAD Overdose Factsheet: Stimulants

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August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day, an annual campaign to end overdose.

This is a day to remember people who have died from overdose, and to acknowledge the grief of families and friends. The campaign also raises awareness about overdose prevention and seeks to end the stigma around overdose.

The theme for 2025 is ‘One big family, driven by hope’ - the overdose crisis doesn’t just shatter our families; it fractures our communities.

Overdose Awareness Day

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Australian Drug Foundation (ADF)

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Each year, millions of people are prescribed medications, most commonly antidepressants, to help manage these conditions. But many are unaware of the risks of mixing some medications with alcohol or other drugs (AOD).

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Can I mix antidepressants or anxiety medications with alcohol and other drugs?

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Australian Drug Foundation (ADF)

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Tianeptine is an atypical tricyclic antidepressant with opioid receptor activity that is being marketed in gas stations, smoke shops, and other roadside stores as a “dietary supplement” under the name Neptune’s Fix, Tianaa, or Za Za. Some people refer to it as gas station heroin.

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There are about 40,600 people in Australia’s prisons; with over 62,000 people going through the prison system each year. Many people entering prison have poorer physical and mental health than the general population. And, a large proportion have a history of risky alcohol, drug use and dependence.

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Prison, alcohol and drug use

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Reports that people are accidentally taking potent synthetic opioids are increasing worldwide. And so are the harms caused by them. Here we explore what they are, why they can be dangerous, and ways to reduce the risks.

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What are fentanyl and nitazines?

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Vaping is similar to smoking cigarettes, but instead of burning tobacco it heats a liquid. Are you a parent, carer or teacher worried about young people vaping? Or a young person wanting information or trying to cut back? Here you can find resources and support.

Vaping: Support for young people, families and teachers

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Alcohol withdrawal can range from being extremely unpleasant to potentially dangerous and life-threatening.

Safely withdrawing from alcohol

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There is no way of knowing for certain the ingredients contained in fake or illegally produced counterfeit alcohol, which means that drinking it can lead to anything from nausea, to blindness and even death.

The dangers of fake alcohol

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Here's how methanol poisoning occurs, and some steps you can take to protect yourself while travelling.

What is methanol poisoning and how can I protect myself?

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The Drug Education Network acknowledges the strength, resilience and capacity of the Tasmanian Aboriginal people and their deep and lasting cultural heritage, beliefs and relationship as ongoing custodians of the skies, land and waters of lutruwita / Tasmania. We recognise that our organisation operates on the land of the traditional custodians and we pay our respect to Elders past and present. DEN is proud to work with the Tasmanian Aboriginal community to prevent the harms caused by alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.