Alcohol and other drugs
Drugs are chemicals that change the way your body or brain functions. They come in many forms and can have different effects.
Alcohol
If you choose to drink alcohol, know your limit. There is no set limit that is safe for everyone. You need to be aware there are risks involved. Risks can be short-term, such as vomiting, memory loss or a hangover the next day. Long-term effects include dependence and damage to internal organs. Check out this fact sheet from the team at ReachOut for more information.
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Other drugs
If you choose to take other drugs, such as cannabis, cocaine, ice, poppers or heroin, make sure you understand what the drug is, what it can do and what the risks are. ReachOut has a great fact sheet to answer some of your questions.
If you are hungry, angry, lonely, tired, sad or sick it is best to avoid alcohol or drugs. Instead, stay at home or relax in a café. If a friend looks down or unwell, help them do the same.
Alcohol Policy
Click here to view the RMIT Alcohol Procedure
Useful links
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