A really useful App

Given the fact that the vast majority of young people are now walking around with a smart phone of some description, it makes sense to use the technology to offer up to date, reliable information about drugs. The good news is that parents and young people can now instantly access illicit drug information and advice using the brand new National Drugs Campaign iPhone app.

Available free from Apple iTunes, the app includes a range of useful resources:

facts on ecstasy and other illegal drugs
consequences of drug use
advice for young people on avoiding drug use and helping friends
tips for parents on talking to their teens about drugs, and
support contacts for youth and families.
The app aims to raise awareness about the harmful effects of drug use and encourage and support decisions not to use.

Featuring GPS functionality, the app helps people find support services based on their location.
In my clinical work with young people, I am often amazed at how little some know about the drugs they are using, the potential impact on their health and wellbeing.

I call upon all schools to publicise this app and to encourage Mum's and Dad's as well as students to download the National Drugs Campaign iPhone app free from the Apple iTunes. online store.

By the way, well done to the National Drugs Campaign for this great idea...