Do you use drugs to cope with the problems in your life or are you concerned about your drug use? If it is negatively impacting your studies, day-to-day life or relationships there is support available.
You can access advice and support from us in the Student Wellbeing Service as a first step, or at any time consult your GP, especially if you are feeling persistently low, or if your difficulties are significantly affecting your daily functioning. You can also seek specialist support.
You should let your personal tutor or course leader know if you are having difficulties affecting your studies - they are there to help, and can offer useful advice and support.
Useful resources on drugs
Drug & Alcohol Support Service for young people >
The Drug and Alcohol Support Service (DASS) works with young people under 25 in Portsmouth who are using substances. The service is free and confidential
The Portsmouth Recovery Hub is a one-stop, confidential, adult drug and alcohol treatment service available to anyone who lives in Portsmouth who is concerned about their own, or a friend or family member’s drug and/or alcohol use. The Hub also has a specialist service for adults aged 18 - 25.
Talk to Frank >
A national organisation offering non-judgemental, up-to-date information about a wide range of drugs and substances. You can also call them on 0800 77 66 00 or text 82111.
Mind >
National mental health charity Mind offers a range of information and support about recreational drugs.
Safer Portsmouth Recovery Hub >
Access drug and alcohol support services in the Portsmouth area.
Change, Grow, Live (CGL) >
Access this free drug and alcohol service run by London Borough of Waltham Forest council.
More wellbeing help
Take a look at our other resources and sources of support for help with everything - from issues with alcohol, to healing from trauma.
Contact the Student Wellbeing Service
Access mental health support and guidance from our friendly team of wellbeing advisers, counsellors and advisers:
Or you can contact us via:
- +44 (0)23 9284 3466
- The Bateson Centre, The Mary Rose St, Portsmouth, PO1 2BL
- wellbeing-admin@port.ac.uk
You can also find us on Instagram and Facebook.
Worried about a student? Whether you're a friend, member of University staff, family member or medical professional you can raise a concern so our service can help.