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Partying with friends is one of the best ways to create great memories, but having a good time doesn’t have to mean rolling the dice with your own safety.

The key to partying smart is thinking ahead and being aware. Take a look at this factsheet from Reach Out to get started.

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It’s no secret that a big night can quickly turn into a bad night if you end up overdoing it and drinking too much. But while we all know how binge drinking leaves you feeling, figuring out the why will be more useful in the long run.

This video (with transcript) from Reach Out looks into why binge drinking happens and what you can do if you realise it's been happening to you.

What is addiction? What are the signs and symptoms? This article from Reach Out talks about addiction, and what your next steps are if you are worried you are addicted.

What is ecstasy, and what does it do? This factsheet from Headspace answers all your questions about this drug.

This factsheet from Headspace examines Ecstasy: what it is, how it works, and what effects it might have on your mental health.

When you limit alcohol and other drugs it can clear your mind, improve your energy, and boost your motivation. And, you have a better chance of keeping your headspace healthy.

What is cocaine, and what does it do? This factsheet from Headspace answers these questions and talks about what effects cocaine can have on your mental health.

This factsheet from Headspace takes a look at what cannabis is, what it does, and the effects on your mental health.

What is tobacco, and what does it do? This factsheet from Headspace will answer all your questions.

Because it is so widely used, many people don't think about alcohol as a drug. Alcohol is a drug, however, and can have an impact on our mental health.

This factsheet from Headspace looks closer at the relationship between alcohol and mental health.

Drugs and alcohol change the way your brain and body work. They change the balance of chemicals that help your brain to think, feel, create and make decisions.

This webpage from Beyond Blue offers information about various aspects of where alcohol and other drugs and mental health interact.

This information has been written by members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) communities and it is for our LGBTQ community peers and those who support us, including our friends, our partners and our families. LGBTQ communities are unique and the ways in which we drink and/or use drugs can be different to the general population.

This booklet addresses some of the specific circumstances and factors that influence the way that you can provide support for LGBTQ partners, friends and family with issues around alcohol and/or drug use.

If someone you care about is affected by substance use, then chances are you too may be affected and you may benefit from information and support. This booklet is also about helping you to look after yourself.