When should we start talking to kids about drugs? Why are drugs often a tricky subject for parents and caregivers to talk about with their children? We are joined by Angharad, team leader for the young persons service in Swansea, Choices, and Cath, an engagement worker for the young person's service, Gwent N-Gage, to dissect these questions and more about drugs, education and young people.

We also discuss what drug education looks like and how it differs across age groups, as well as what tricks of the trade are utilised to maximise engagement with young people when raising awareness of substance use. Additionally, we explore what the risks are of not talking to children and young people about substance use, as well as who else can play a critical role in the drug education journey. If you have been affected by the issues discussed in this episode, please visit barod.cymru and confidentially chat to a trained support worker via Barod's Live Webchat Service, that is open 7-days a week, or call Dan 24/7, Wales' national drug and alcohol helpline on 0808 808 2234.