Get some support
You don't have to tackle these problems on your own. Is there another family member or close friend with whom you can talk these things through? Be careful to pick out the most level-headed person you know. The last thing you need is being wound up by someone even more scared of the situation than you are.
There are a wide range of agencies offering free, confidential advice and support. These can be found on the Drug Helplines page: http://www.pmnwjersey.com/documents/Drugs_Helplines
For more detailed information, A Directory to Drug Help and Support' is available free from the Jersey Health Promotion Department, Tel: 716010
'My advice to parents if they suspect but aren't sure is don't jump in
with both feet. Think about it first. Talk it through with someone else first.
Think carefully about exactly what you are going to say and carefully
choose when to do it. Don't let it get out of hand.'- Counsellor
Source: A Parent's Guide to Drugs, Jersey Health Promotion Department
