Follow the links below to learn more about solvent abuse and the effects inhalants such as glue, petrol and paint have on the body.
- Inhalants: the law
It is illegal for retailers to sell products to someone if they believe that they are to be used for inhaling. - Inhalants: tolerance, dependence and treatment
Tolerance can develop with regular use of inhalants. - Inhalants: what are the effects?
Even small amounts of inhalants can affect you quite quickly, due to their rapid entry to the bloodstream through the lungs. - Inhalants: what are they?
When vaporised or inhaled, inhalants such as glue or poppers may cause the user to feel high. - Inhalants: what can parents do?
If your child is regularly sniffing inhalants such as glue, paint or petrol they need professional help and support.
