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Read more about the article If things are tough, talk about it
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If things are tough, talk about it

Be yourself – whoever you are, however you feel, whatever life has thrown at you. If things are tough, talk about it. Samaritans can be reached on 08457 90 90 90 or jo@samaritans.org .

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December 24, 2014
Read more about the article Is it illegal to be in possession of Legal Highs?
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Is it illegal to be in possession of Legal Highs?

If the police find you in possession of a Legal High, they will treat you as if the drug is illegal – which often means arresting you. The drug will be analysed and if found to contain an illegal drug, you will be prosecuted. If it contains a legal drug, then there are no charges.

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November 6, 2014
Read more about the article What are Legal Highs?
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What are Legal Highs?

Legal Highs are drugs that have been created to mimic common drugs (like cannabis or MDMA), but are not illegal. A small change to the molecule of an illegal drug can make it “legal”.

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October 30, 2014
Read more about the article Samaritans is confidential and anonymous
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Samaritans is confidential and anonymous

Finding it hard to talk about how you are really feeling? Samaritans is a safe place to turn; it’s anonymous and confidential: 08457 90 90 90 or jo@samaritans.org .

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May 2, 2014
Read more about the article Samaritans are available 24×7
Helping a friend by Rebecca Osborne
Addiction / Alcohol/Drugs/substance use / Behaviour / Bereavement / Body image / Bullying/abuse / Confidence / Crime / Disability / Eating disorders / Family / Finance and money / Mental health / Online safety / Personal safety / Physical health / Pregnancy / Relationships / Self-esteem / Self-Harm / Sexual health and Safety / Support

Samaritans are available 24×7

If something is troubling you, Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All chats are completely confidential. You can reach them on 08457 90 90 90 or jo@samaritans.org .

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April 1, 2014