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If you’re worried about a friend who you think may be addicted to drugs, it’s good to know what to look for. The good news is that you can help them more than you may think, but professional help may be necessary to tackle something as serious as addiction.

Take a look at this article from Reach Out to learn more.

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What is addiction, what are the signs and symptoms, and what do you do if you're worried that you have a drug problem? This article from Reach Out explores these issues and provides helpful advice.

Quitting smoking can be really tough. Cigarettes contain all sorts of addictive substances, so the road to being smoke-free requires commitment and dedication. Check out Reach Out's suggestions for ditching the smokes, including how to identify your triggers and habits, and where to seek outside help if you need extra support.

Binge drinking may seem sort of harmless on the surface, but to count the real cost you need to look beyond the day-after-downsides and consider the short and long term health risks. Take a look at this article from Reach Out and learn more about what binge drinking does to your body.

Identifying that you have a drinking problem isn’t always simple, but there are some common signs and symptoms that you can look out for. With this article from Reach Out, ask yourself the questions included to find out if you should be getting help.

"During my first few weeks at uni, I found there was an expectation that a few drinks were needed to have fun. At a camp for first-year law students, all the activities and games centered around alcohol."

This article from Reach Out tells the story of one young person's experience of not drinking when everyone else around was.

What is addiction, and what is addiction to alcohol? This article from Reach Out explains in easy-to-read language.

It's easy for a few drinks to turn into too many... and for that to lead to feeling awful the next day. This article from Reach Out offers useful tips for enjoying yourself within your own limits.

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.