Useful links and sites about problem drinking

Want to know how many units are in alcohol? Think you might have a problem with booze? Get some help and advice from these really useful sites.

Drinkaware has a alcohol unit counter and lots of hints on drinking safely and drinking less!

ADFAM for families of alcohol and drug users. The website has a list of local family support services.

Call 020 7928 889

Alcohol Concern The national agency on alcohol misuse for England and Wales.

General information about alcohol, and can help put you in touch with your nearest alcohol advice centre.

Call 020 7928 7377

Alcohol Focus Scotland

Scotland's national voluntary organisation. Provides information and advice on responsible drinking.

Call 0141 572 6700

Down Your Drink

A six week online programme to help users reduce drinking and develop safer drinking habits. Free and confidential.

 

Hows your drink

This site, from Alcohol Concern, is designed to help you work out whether you're drinking too much, and if so, what you can do about it.

Drinkline

If you're worried about your own or someone else's drinking, you can call this free helpline, in complete confidence. They can put you in touch with your local alcohol advice centre for help and advice.

Call 0800 917 8282 (open 24 hours)

Health Development Agency

Health information websites for young people.

www.mindbodysoul.gov.uk
www.lifebytes.gov.uk

Know Your Limits

Aimed at young adults, Know Your Limits provides advice and information about how to enjoy a great time out without drinking too much, and having to face the consequences.

 

Parentline Plus

A freephone helpline, and also runs parenting courses.

Call 0800 800 2222 or visit

Talk to Frank

National drugs awareness site for young people and parents/carers.