Helplines in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland.

Substance abuse and drugs and alcohol addiction helplines are available in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland

Millions of people and their loved ones are affected by substance abuse and addiction every year. Substance use, whether drug or alcohol addiction, can affect people from all walks of life. Nobody is immune. If you or a loved one are struggling with the following, contact one of 1 helplines in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland for support:

• Using illegal means to obtain drugs or alcohol.
• Spending money on drugs or alcohol despite it being unaffordable.
• Being secretive and dishonest about when and how often you use drugs or alcohol and with whom.
• Being unable to stop using drugs or alcohol despite the negative consequences it is causing.
• Sudden weight gain or weight loss.
• Feeling an urge to use drugs, alcohol or other substances regularly.
• Low mood including feelings of hopelessness, sadness or depression
• Having a short temper and being more irritable and aggressive than usual.

If you've tried to stop using substances like drugs or alcohol on your own without any success, you may feel defeated. It may be hard to imagine a way out. However, a large proportion of people make a full recovery with time and proper support.

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 East Dunbartonshire, Scotland.