All drugs involve risks and side-effects. But there are special
risks in combining drugs with sex that you should know.
Like with alcohol, using drugs and having sex can lead you to
take risks that you wouldn't otherwise take, either because you are
less sensitive to pain, or your inhibitions have been reduced, or
because you are not able to take control of a situation. So, you
are more likely to:
- have sex that you did not consent to
- have unprotected sex and put yourself at risk of pregnancy or a
Sexually Transmitted Infection
- have sex that hurts you
- not be able to remember the sex that you had
Different drugs will have different effects on your body. If you
are going to take drugs, you should make sure you understand what
you're doing. You can find out more about drugs on the Frank website or call 0800 776600.
The Place young peoples'
clinic at the Sandyford has an alcohol and drug worker who can
help. You can call Tricia 0141 232 8447 who will
offer support if you are worried about your own drinking or someone
close to you who is drinking too much.