What should you do if a friend is using legal highs?

Learn how to handle a friend using legal highs with practical steps including gathering facts, opening dialogue without judgment, and getting the right help.

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Understanding Legal Highs When we hear the phrase "legal highs," it refers to substances that produce similar effects to illegal drugs like cocaine and cannabis but aren't controlled by the same laws. These are often sold as incense, salts, or plant food under quirky, harmless sounding names. Although they might be marketed as legal, that doesn't necessarily mean they are safe. In the UK, the Psychoactive Substances Act was introduced in 2016 to crack down on these substances, though some still slip through the net. The Real-Life Impact Legal highs can have unpredictable and harmful effects. Just because a substance...
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