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EYPDAS - Off Track
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This video illustrates how alcohol and substance misuse can easily evolve into serious incidents with big consequences.
For more information on alcohol or drugs call Essex Young People's Drug and Alcohol Service (EYPDAS) on 01245 493311 or email eypdas@childrenssociety.org.uk. You can pop into their drop-in service every Wednesday from 3pm - 7.30pm at their offices located at 114 Springfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex CM2 6LF.
Why do people drink?
People like to drink because it makes them feel more relaxed and confident but, like all drugs, there is a downside to alcohol. Drink can become addictive and excessive drinking can cause many different health problems.
What are the effects of alcohol?
Alcohol disrupts your body and mind affecting your mood; co-ordination and balance; reaction times; senses and judgement. How alcohol affects you depends on:
- how much you have to drink
- how quickly you drink
- the strength of the drink
- how used to alcohol you are
- your size and weight
Long-term drinking, can lead to many health problems such as:
- liver disease
- heart conditions
- stomach conditions
- cancer
- depression
What are the consequences of alcohol?
- Alcohol exaggerates your mood, making it easier to do something you may regret, such as having an argument, starting a fight, having sex, taking drugs or doing something embarrassing.
- The more alcohol you drink at a club, party or event puts your personal safety at a greater risk. You are more vulnerable to sexual or aggressive advances, getting home safely often in the dark, fights, having your drink spiked, doing yourself a serious injury; or having your possessions stolen.
This video was produced by Chelmer Valley High School - winner of Essex County Council's Trading Standards/AlcoHELP 'Consider the Consequences' film competition.
Help lines
- FRANK - 0800 77 66 00
- Essex Young People’s Drug and Alcohol Service (EYPDAS) - 01245 493 311
- National Drugs Helpline - 0800 77 66 00
- Connexions Direct - 080 800 13 2 19
Useful websites
Al Anon
Advice and support for families and friends of alcoholics.
Down Your Drink
This site is designed to help you work out whether you're drinking too much, and if so, what you can do about it.
Frank
Advice from Frank on alcohol and its effects on the body and mind.
Essex Drug Action
Drug and alcohol information and services in Essex
Online tools
Alcohol tracker
The alcohol tracker will calculate alcohol units, keep a personal drinks diary on your desktop and provide feedback on your drinking over time.
Drinks tracker for iPhone
If you have an iPhone or iPod touch you can download the free NHS Drinks Tracker from the app store straight from your phone. It allows you to keep a drink diary and get feedback on your drinking.
Alcohol self-assessment
Use this short test to assess the effects of your drinking and find out if you're drinking too much.
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