Are you or someone else in immediate danger?

Helplines in Scotland for substance use.

You can also view nationwide helplines in the United Kingdom.

Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs

Everyone

Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol and Drugs is a national charity which supports anyone affected by someone else’s alcohol...

Volunteers

08080 10 10 11

sfad.org.uk

Know The Score

Adults

If you’re concerned about yourself, or a family member, friend or colleague, WithYou's webchat offers free, confidential,...

Counselors

0800 587 5879

knowthescore.info

Drinkline Scotland

Everyone

Drinkline is the national alcohol helpline. If you're worried about your own or someone else's drinking, you can call this free...

Counselors

0800 7314 314

drinkaware.co.uk

Substance abuse and drugs and alcohol addiction helplines are available in Scotland

Recovery from substance abuse and addiction is possible. It all starts with taking the first step to admit you have a problem with drugs or alcohol and seeking help. You can get support for yourself or a loved on by contacting one of 3 hotlines in Scotland if you notice these symptoms:

Experiencing unpleasant side-effects (otherwise known as withdrawal symptoms) after stopping drugs, alcohol or other substances.
Using more of drugs or alcohol than was originally intended.
Spending a lot of time recovering from drugs, alcohol, or other substances.
Stealing money or selling items to afford to buy drugs or alcohol
Lowered self-esteem and self-worth.
Engaging in unsafe behavior as a result of substance use, e.g. having unprotected sex and sharing needles.
Having a short temper and being more irritable and aggressive than usual.
Needing more drugs or alcohol to feel the same effects (otherwise known as tolerance).

You may feel that your problem with drugs or alcohol has gone too far and that there is no hope for the future. However, substance abuse and addiction are treatable. With the right support, you can recover.

Crisis counselors are available to support you whether you are the one struggling, or whether you're concerned about a friend or family member. You can get free, confidential, zero-judgement support for substance use and addiction from a hotline in Scotland.

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Substance use

Supporting others

We’ve partnered with ThroughLine to compile a list of resources for support to address a variety of possible issues.

If you have a negative experience, please know it is not your fault; help is available. Submit a report by following our guidance here, and consider contacting one of the resources above.

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