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What is substance use versus substance abuse?
Substance abuse occurs when a person of any age uses prescription medicine, alcohol, and/or any other legal or illegal substance too much or in a way that hurts themselves or others.
Why should we care about using substances?
Substance use can have many harmful side effects on our physical and mental wellbeing. The TDSB has created some rules and consequences regarding substance use at school to help us stay safe.
Is my gaming an addiction?
If your gaming is taking over most of your thoughts, time, and interest, you might have a problem with gaming addiction. Games are built to help you feel good, just like substances might make you feel good. Gaming becomes a problem when we cannot find other ways to feel good in our lives. When our relationships are negatively affected by our gaming, we might want to think about whether we have a gaming addiction or not.
Here are some useful links where you can find some more information;
Substance Abuse & Addiction Information and Support - https://ontario.cmha.ca/documents/understanding-and-finding-help-for-substance-use-and-addictions/
Parents Concerned about Adolescents and Substance Use - https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/guides-and-publications/talking-about-and-spotting-substance-abuse
Substance Abuse Resources For Adolescents and Young Adults - https://www.ontario.ca/page/mental-health-services
Sick Kids Substance Abuse Outreach Program - https://www.sickkids.ca/en/care-services/clinics/substance-abuse-outreach-program/
Gaming Addiction and Resources - https://www.camh.ca/en/your-care/programs-and-services/problem-gambling--technology-use-treatment
What are the Canadian Statistics about Youth and Substance Abuse? https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/guides-and-publications/talking-about-and-spotting-substance-abuse
TDSB Restrictions on Alcohol, Drug, and Tobacco Use - https://ppf.tdsb.on.ca/uploads/files/live/98/2086.pdf
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