Talking truth about drugs and alcohol
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In this episode young creative Harvey talks to Charlie, who has been a recovery worker, about drug and alcohol use among rural young people. They discuss their own experiences as well as County Lines - the movement of illegal drugs from one area to another often across county borders. Harvey and Charlie are also poets and catch up about what it’s like to be young creatives when you live in a rural county.
TW: topics discussed in this episode might cause upset. Please take care when listening.
If you feel affected by any of the issues discussed, you can get free and confidential support from Herefordshire Recovery Service, a drug and alcohol service run by Turning Point. Call them on 0300 555 0747 or email Herefordshire@turning-point.co.uk.
Support is also on hand from the following services:
- Strong Young Minds: www.thesymproject.org
- Talk to Frank: www.talktofrank.com
- Drink Aware: www.drinkaware.co.uk/news/why-should-you-talk-to-your-children-about-alcohol
Find out more about the P.O.V. podcast from Rural Media at www.pointofviewrural.com/pov-podcasts.
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