How are legal highs different from illegal drugs?

Explore the differences between legal highs and illegal drugs, their impact on young people, and strategies for handling them responsibly. Insight for British teens on navigating this challenging topic.

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Understanding Legal Highs Versus Illegal Drugs When we hear the term "legal highs," it might sound a bit safer or even official compared to "illegal drugs." However, the reality of these substances is not as straightforward or benign as their names might suggest. Let's delve into the differences between legal highs and illegal drugs, the impact they can have, especially on young people like yourself, and discuss some practical ways to handle the topic responsibly. What are Legal Highs? Legal highs, also known as new psychoactive substances (NPS), are substances designed to replicate the effects of illegal drugs such as...
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