Advice on ‘New Drugs’

Substances in Nightlife Settings >
White Powders is the name that is sometimes used to describe what people think is cocaine but is in fact what used to be called 'legal highs', these did not go away people purchase on-line in the Dark Net or through Social Media, technology now plays a role in the supply of drugs which people can get delivered. This is illegal and you should be aware of this. One main danger is people buying Benzos on-line, these are a class of drugs that are causing people major issues and related to the high death rate in Scotland.
Looking after others >
Friends look after friends, you should never leave a friend alone if they have used any substance, such as 'unidentified white powders'… Also these substances and alcohol can pose a danger to females, people have been spiked and not fully remembered what has happened to them. If this is the case or you have suffered violence around alcohol and/or drugs please get in contact with: Violence Against Women Partnership: www.pkvawp.org
Signs & Effects to look out for >
Legal Highs/NPS can be stronger and longer lasting than some illegal drugs. Watch out for your friend becoming Unconscious, overheating...
Staying safe around drugs >
The best way to stay safe is not to take medications that are not prescribed to you, or use Research Chemicals that can cause problems. What you buy on line can be fake, and this can cause issues as you might take more, it can take longer to kick in and overdose is a real possibility.
The Dangers of 'New Drugs & On Line purchase' Drugs Wheel Video >
We don't know the 'dangers' of legal highs! Basically we have not had time to study them and measure the effects. What we do know, some are 'Research Chemicals...