Drug addiction

Drug addiction: getting help

If you need treatment for drug addiction, you're entitled to NHS care in the same way as anyone else who has a health problem.

With the right help and support, it's possible for you to get drug free and stay that way.

Where to get help for drugs

A GP is a good place to start. They can discuss your problems with you and get you into treatment.

They may offer you treatment at the practice or refer you to your local drug service.

If you're not comfortable talking to a GP, you can approach your local drug treatment service yourself.

Charity and private drugs treatment

As well as the NHS, there are charities and private drug and alcohol treatment organisations that can help you.

Private drug treatment can be very expensive, but sometimes people get referrals through their local NHS.

Signs and Symptoms

Feeling that you have to use the drug regularly — daily or even several times a day.
Having intense urges for the drug that block out any other thoughts.
Over time, needing more of the drug to get the same effect.
Taking larger amounts of the drug over a longer period of time than you intended.
Making certain that you maintain a supply of the drug.
Spending money on the drug, even though you can't afford it.
Not meeting obligations and work responsibilities, or cutting back on social or recreational activities because of drug use.
Continuing to use the drug, even though you know it's causing problems in your life or causing you physical or psychological harm.
Doing things to get the drug that you normally wouldn't do, such as stealing.
Driving or doing other risky activities when you're under the influence of the drug.
Spending a good deal of time getting the drug, using the drug or recovering from the effects of the drug.
Failing in your attempts to stop using the drug.
Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when you attempt to stop taking the drug.

Charities and support groups

Support Talk To Frank 0300 1236600

www.talktofrank.com

Support Adfam 07442 137421

www.adfam.org.uk

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