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Healthy Living

Drugs

National picture

An estimated 3.8 million people use at least one illicit drug each year. A million will use one of the more dangerous drugs, such as heroin and crack¹.

Although for the majority drug use is recreational and a passing phase it can become a serious problem impacting on individual’s health and well being, their family and friends, communities and the wider society.

Drug misuse is a complex social problem. Those most vulnerable to problematic use are likely to live in deprived areas, suffer from ill mental health, live in poor housing conditions and be involved in drug related crime or antisocial behaviour.

Impact on health

Associated health related harms depend on the type of drug(s) and the frequency of use. Physical health effects can range from high blood pressure to increased risk of blood borne viruses, eg. HIV, Hepatitis C and B. Psychological impact can vary from extreme paranoia to depression.

Services in Haringey

Drug treatment and related support offer a way out. In 2009-10 there were nearly a thousand Haringey residents in effective drug treatment². Haringey Council and NHS Haringey jointly commission services for people affected by drug or alcohol use through the Drug and Alcohol Action Team (DAAT).

There are several support and treatment options available in Haringey, ranging from group therapies to counselling, residential rehabilitation and support for getting back into training and employment. Help is also available for family and friends of drug users.

For a full directory of services visit Haringey Council website

Support websites

Adfam: families, drugs and alcohol
www.adfam.org.uk

Drugscope
www.drugscope.org.uk

Frank
National website for information about drugs aimed at young people
www.talktofrank.com

National Treatment Agency
www.nta.nhs.uk

NHS Choices - the risks of drug use
http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Drug-misuse/Pages/Risks.aspx?url=Pages%2FWhat-happens.aspx

 

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