Substance use has real risks. Plan ahead: know how to reduce your risks.

A toolkit for young adults

If you use substances, know the risks and make a plan.

Substance use has real risks. Plan ahead: know how to reduce your risks.

A toolkit for young adults

If you use substances, know the risks and make a plan.

Who this is for

Young adults who choose to use substances or be around others who do.

Why you should read it

Understanding the risks of substance use can help you reduce them.

More you can learn

Plan ahead and reduce your risk 

Learn some simple things you can do or avoid doing. 

How to lower your risk: cannabis, alcohol and opioids

Get information and ways to reduce the risks of use. 

Know the signs of an overdose or poisoning and what to do

Information and action that may help you save a life. 

Learn some of the risks of combining substances

Combining substances can be extra risky. Learn why. 

Get answers to FAQs

Have more questions? Check here or submit your own.

Think about your substance use

Check in with yourself using these thoughtful questions.

Resources

Get access to more information you can trust and resources that can help you.