In this video David talks about his experience of alcohol misuse, and steps he has taken towards recovery with support from the charity Turning Point.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yN_pmk41afE
For more information about addiction and sources of support see the links below.
Information about addiction |
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| Information about a range of addictive behaviours and treatments | |
Sources of support |
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| National charity that provides a range of services to help transform the lives of people affected by drug and alcohol problems. Details of local services available on the website. |
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| Adfam | Support for family and friends of people with drug and alcohol problems |
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Helpline: 0845 769 7555 |
Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. |
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Helpline: 0845 122 8608 |
User led organisation that provides information and advocacy for people accessing treatment for drug and alcohol problems |
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Helpline: 0808 1 606 606 |
Services for people struggling with addiction, and impartial support and information for concerned family and friends |
| Gamblers anonymous
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Support groups for people with gambling addictions |
| Release Helpline: 0845 4500 215 |
National charity that gives free and confidential advice about drugs and the law |
| Sex and love addicts anonymous | Support groups for people with sex and love addictions |
| Smokefree | NHS information and advice to help stop smoking |
| Turning Point Helpline: 020 7481 7600 |
National organisation that provides health and social care services for people with complex needs, including alcohol and drug misuse and mental health problems |
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