Feeling pressured to take drugs? Here are 10 ways to deal with it

Remember that you’re not alone. It’s easy to think you’re the only one who’s not tried drugs but, actually, most young people don’t take drugs.
Work out where you stand on issues like sex, drugs, and alcohol. Knowing your own mind makes it easier to stay true to yourself.
Prepare yourself. Think about how you’d like to respond when someone offers you drugs so you know what to say.
Try to understand who’s offering you the drugs and why. Friends should understand if you say no; people you don’...

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