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Global Drug Survey knows pleasure drives drug use, not the avoidance of harm.

As far as we know, no guide has ever outlined the impact of harm reduction strategies on the pleasure users obtain from drugs, until now. Based on the experience of almost 80,000 people who took part in the Global Drug Survey 2014, the High-way Code is the first guide to safer drug use voted for by people who take drugs. The results seem to suggest that safer drug use can be more enjoyable drug use.

DISCLAIMER

Global Drug Survey does not condone or promote the use of illegal drugs. Global Drug Survey does promote the use of common sense when going about one’s daily activities. Drugs and alcohol can be very dangerous. They can kill you. Using drugs when you are young can have a lasting negative impact on your cognitive and emotional well-being. The only way to avoid these harms is not to take drugs. This document represents the views of those who responded to the Global Drug Survey. Please note that no amount of planning and care can ensure you will have either a safe or enjoyable experience when you take drugs. Global Drug Survey is simply reporting the results of the survey which may provide some guidance in reducing the risk of harm only. The best way to avoid drug related harm is to not use drugs.

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The Tasmanian Needle and Syringe Program (NSP) is a public health initiative to minimise the spread of blood borne viruses HIV/AIDS and hepatitis B and C among injecting drug users and to the wider community. These services include Primary and Secondary NSPs and Vending Machines.

Primary NSPs

Primary NSPs provide a wide range of injecting equipment to injecting drug users, they also:

• provide health information and education.
• make referrals.
• liaise with local agencies such as police, local government, health, drug treatment and welfare agencies.
• distribute sharps disposal containers, alcohol swabs, pill filters, and sterile water for injection.
• provide services for the appropriate disposal of used injecting equipment.

Secondary NSPs

Secondary NSPs are programs operating within existing organisations, such as community health centres, regional hospitals and community houses. They:

• distribute fit packs containing 1, 3 and 5ml syringes
• may provide services for the appropriate disposal of used injecting equipment
• make referrals.

Vending machines

• provide fit packs containing 1, 3 and 5ml syringes for a fee.

FRANK helps you find out everything you might want to know about drugs (and some stuff you don't)

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The Salvation Army provides a large array of spiritual and social services throughout Tasmania. Our state office for Tasmania is located in Derwent Park.

The Salvation Army Australia is an international Christian movement, united by faith and giving hope where it’s needed most. Across Australia – in cities, country towns and rural communities – our work touches every demographic and age group. As both a church and charity, we can preach and speak about justice, compassion, and other issues that support the welfare of others and see them as a whole person – body, mind and spirit.

Alcohol and other drug services

We're one of Australia’s largest providers of alcohol and other drug treatment services. If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol or drugs, we can help.

The Bridge Program

The Bridge Program uses the Community Integration Model. Our comprehensive intervention package is specifically tailored to the individual's needs and focuses on multiple problem areas targeting social, recreational, familial and vocational reinforcement.

We offer both residential and non-residential components to the treatment journey which will be individually negotiated with you according to your needs. Our day and residential programs are both 10 weeks in duration and are supported by outreach and family programs. All aspects are included in all three locations - Hobart, Launceston and Ulverstone.

Quitline is based in Tasmania, and we only support Tasmanians.

With over 20 years of experience in helping people to quit so we know what it takes.

Talking to us can greatly increase the chance of making a successful quit attempt.

Our professional counsellors can support people who smoke at any stage of their quitting journey – from just thinking about smoking to making a quit attempt and staying quit, including if they go back to smoking and want to talk about making another quit attempt.

Nearly 90% of clients would definitely recommend the Quitline phone service to family and friends.

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Drop in (no appointment needed) for:

Information, support, advocacy and referral for anything related to health and wellbeing, including:

• issues at home, school or work
• relationships
• mental health
• sexual health
• alcohol and drugs

And by appointment we have:

• a sexual health doctor
• psychologists

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We can also help with:

• the cost of health items
• free condoms
• free pregnancy testing and support
• linking you in with other services

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Who is this booklet for and what does it do?

• This booklet has been written for people who use alcohol, tobacco or other drugswho are experiencing symptoms of psychosis.

• It aims to:

— Help explain why some people feel the way they do.

— Give suggestions about things people can do to help manage the symptomsof psychosis and substance use.

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What are personality traits?

• Personality traits refer to a person’s individual patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving.

• These patterns of thinking and behaving usually begin in childhood and continue throughto adulthood.

• Our personality traits make us who we are — they are what make each of us unique.

• However, personality traits can be a problem when they cause problems withrelationships, education or employment, and sometimes with the law.

• If patterns of thinking, feeling, or behaving are creating lots of problems in many areasof a person’s life, they may have a personality disorder.

Reaching out for help and support is an important first step in dealing with the issues drugs and alcohol might be causing in your life, or affecting a friend or family member.

Call the National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline for free and confidential advice about alcohol and other drugs.

If you think you might have a drug problem and want to stop using, we can help.

Narcotics Anonymous is a nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem.  We are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean.

We have found through our group experience that the therapeutic value of one addict helping another is without parallel.

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Who is this booklet for and what does it do?

• This booklet has been written for people who use alcohol, tobacco or other drugswho are experiencing extreme moods, like feeling really ‘down’ or depressed,or really ‘up’ or elated.

• It aims to:

— Help explain why some people feel the way they do.

— Give suggestions about things people can do to help manage their moodand substance use.

The Helpline is a mental health phone line for advice, assessment and referral. The Helpline:

• is a central point of entry to Mental Health Services for all Tasmanians
• is a 24 hours a day, seven days a week phone line
• is a freecall within Tasmania (Interstate Diallers call 03 6166 6333)
• will determine eligibility for services and prioritise referrals
• can arrange a interpreter for sign language or English translation on request
• is staffed by community mental health clinicians, who:
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• assess your information and determine the most appropriate action
• may refer you to a Mental Health Community team in your area
• will provide contact details for another service if they are more suitable to assist you
• may refer you to a Community Mental Health Crisis Response team who are available extended working hours seven days a week.

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