Drugs and substance use and misuse
The Department provides pupils with age appropriate advice on drug and alcohol misuse as part of its Health Education Programmes.
Topics within Health Education Programmes in schools include:
- Drugs and alcohol education
- Relationships and Sex education
- Healthy diet
- Emotional health and well-being
- Physical activity.
The Health Education Officer provides ongoing support and training for DEC staff in this area:
Samantha Lund, Physical and Emotional Health Education Officer
Telephone:+44 1624 693840
Email:Send Email
Local agencies that may be approached for drug and alcohol advice include:
Drug and Alcohol Team
Telephone:+44 1624 617889
Motiv8 Addiction Services
Telephone:+44 1624 627656 or +44 1624 426400
Email:Send Email
