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Why do we use substances?

In this video, Ina Koning explores the reasons for young people to start drinking alcohol or using drugs.

Before we go into more detail about the risks of substance use, in this video Ina Koning explores the reasons for young people why they start drinking alcohol or using drugs.

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Young People and Mental Health

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