Film by local teenagers highlights drug abuse

A SHORT film made by a cast and crew of Co Waterford teenagers to promote drugs awareness was launched in the Arts Centre in Dungarvan last night.

The 10-minute film was the brainchild of County Waterford Community Drugs Initiative who will use it as an educational resource for teachers and youth leaders in the county.

Take Your Mind Off Your Troubles is the fictional story of a 16-year-old girl who resorts to drugs after she is dumped by text by her boyfriend.