Here’s the Crack with Drugs & Alcohol…
Ok, Shankill…
Over the past few months Young People have taken time to share with us their opinions, understanding and experience of Drugs & Alcohol in the Greater Shankill Area.
Our consultation was completed by 250 Young People aged between 11 - 21, some of which took part in discussion workshops.
Here are just some of the things we’ve discovered 👇🏼
90%
of Young People in this area say it’s Easy to access Drugs/Alcohol.
We’re asking if you are Surprised to hear this?
60%
of Young People in this area say they would turn to a Parent for help with Drugs or Alcohol.
We’re asking if Parents/Guardians are Prepared for that?
58%
of Young People in this area say they think Nitrious Oxide (Balloons) are the most Dangerous Drugs.
We’re asking if you Agree with this?
According to Young People…
29% have been pressured to drink Alcohol or take Drugs.
66% of those Young People pressured say it comes from friends.
In the past 3 months, 71% had drank Alcohol and only 17% had used Drugs.
If you need help and support now…
It can be an overwhelming topic to navigate, but there is lots of great support available.
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