Stimulants – Low Risk

Thanks for using our self-assessment tool; you have indicated that you are using stimulants at a low level.

We know that using stimulants can have desirable short term effects like increased libido, confidence and energy levels and as you’re probably well aware; any stimulant use can have short term negative effects like dilated pupils, a dry/pasty mouth, a reduced appetite, excess sweating, reduced inhibitions, clenching/grinding of the jaw and teeth, heightened sensory awareness, nausea, reduction in appetite, increased heart rate and increased risk of dehydration.

To reduce the risks and harms associated with stimulant use, the safest option is not to use it. However to help keep your stimulant use low risk, check out the S-Check service for a FREE health check-up. The S-Check clinic provides Bio-Psycho-Social assessments, information and referrals for people who use stimulants including crystal, base, ice, meth, cocaine or ecstasy.

The Stimulant Check-up is a comprehensive health check where people can explore the impacts of their stimulant use on their health and day to day functioning. The clinic is free of charge and available for people who use stimulants and who are not particularly seeking drug treatment and who have some concerns or questions around their use of substances.

If you are concerned about your stimulant use get in touch with ACON’s substance support team here or on (02) 9206 2000.  Counselling not your thing? You can also call the alcohol and drug information service (ADIS). ADIS is a 24 hour telephone based information, education, referral and support service call 9361 8000 in Sydney or 1800 422 599 (non-metro areas).

For more information on stimulants check out our resources section or Touchbase – an LGBTI focused website for alcohol and other drug information and support.