Gives information on where you can find support on addiction and dependency, which are often linked to mental health problems.
Addiction is often linked to mental health problems. If you have an addiction problem it may have started as a way to cope with feelings that you felt unable to deal with in any other way.
For more information about addiction and sources of support see the links below.
beatingaddictions.co.uk
Information about a range of addictive behaviours and treatments.
addaction.org.uk
Supports people with drug, alcohol or mental health problems, and their friends and family.
adfam.org.uk
Information and support for friends and family of people with drug or alcohol problems.
0800 9177 650
alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
Help and support for anyone with alcohol problems.
m-alliance.org
User-led organisation that provides information and advocacy for people accessing treatment for drug and alcohol problems.
0300 123 6600
talktofrank.com
Confidential advice and information about drugs, their effects and the law.
0808 8020 133
gamcare.org.uk
Information and support for people wanting to stop gambling, including a helpline and online forum.
0800 358 3456
nacoa.org.uk
Provides information, advice and support for everyone affected by a parent's drinking, including adults.
cnwl.nhs.uk/cnwl-national-problem-gambling-clinic
Treats problem gamblers living in England and Wales aged 16 and over.
020 7324 2989
release.org.uk
National charity that gives free and confidential advice about drugs and the law.
020 7293 0994
slaauk.org
Support groups for people with sex and love addictions.
turning-point.co.uk
Provides health and social care services for people with drug, alcohol and mental health problems.
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