Alcohol:

Getting Help

 

Intro	Legal Issues
Alcohol, Your Body, and Your Brain	Alcohol Abuse/Dependence
Alcohol, Energy Drinks, and Caffeine	Getting Help

Where can I get help if I have a drinking problem?

If alcohol use is affecting your life in a negative way, or if you feel you can’t get by without it, there are several places you can go for help and support:

• A trusted adult, such as a parent/guardian
• Your health care provider
• A counselor (such as a psychiatrist, psychologists, or social worker)
• Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): A group of men and women who come together to help each other solve their problems with alcohol and achieve sobriety.

You can also call:

• Alcohol and Drug Helpline: 800-527-5344
• National Council on Alcoholism: 800-622-2255
• National Drug and Alcohol Treatment Referral Routing Service: 800-662-4357

If you need help with a drinking problem, there are many services available to help. Don’t be afraid to reach out to someone you trust, call a hotline, or join a support group.

 

Previous

 

Written by the CYWH and YMH Staff at Children's Hospital Boston

 

Updated: 8/8/2011