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Young people on a camping trip

Alcohol & safer drinking

Every year, young people drink less alcohol. But for some, drinking heavily and getting drunk is still a risk

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Are you a young carer?

Young carers look after someone at home who has extra needs, for example an illness, disability or addiction

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Cannabis

Cannabis is illegal in the UK and evidence shows it may be particularly risky for young people

Young people drinking by some garages

Drugs

Children and young people in Oxfordshire can get help if there are issues with drugs or substance use

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Homeless

Information for young people in Oxfordshire worried about homelessness

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Illegal Highs

New drug-like substances are sometimes known as ‘legal highs.' But they are illegal and have serious health risks. People who buy and sell 'legal highs' are breaking the law.

home education

Learning at Home

Most of Oxfordshire’s children and young people go to school or college – but some are educated at home

Gay

LGBTQ

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or Questioning - find out more about sexuality and gender identity.

Library books for teenagers

Local libraries

Local libraries offer plenty of things to read, borrow, watch and listen to, mostly for free!

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School leaving age

Children must stay in education, training and learning until age 18. This can be at school, college, or (after age 16) in a job with training, like an apprenticeship.

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Stop smoking

Information on how to get help if you, or someone you care for is smoking

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The Justice System

Why do children and young people commit crimes? And what happens if you do?