Helplines in West Dunbartonshire, Scotland.

Free helpline support for substance abuse, drugs and alcohol addiction is available in West 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 West Dunbartonshire, Scotland for support:

• Erratic changes in mood, or mood swings.
• Feeling an urge to use drugs, alcohol or other substances regularly.
• Marked changes in attitude and personality.
• Low energy and fatigue.
• Using substances as a way to relieve negative or uncomfortable emotions.
• Experiencing unpleasant side-effects (otherwise known as withdrawal symptoms) after stopping drugs, alcohol or other substances.
• Being secretive and dishonest about when and how often you use drugs or alcohol and with whom.
• Stealing money or selling items to afford to buy drugs or alcohol

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 West Dunbartonshire, Scotland.