Helplines in Northland, New Zealand.

Substance abuse and drugs and alcohol addiction helplines are available in Northland, New Zealand

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 1 hotlines in Northland, New Zealand if you notice these symptoms:

• Experiencing interpersonal problems as a result of substance abuse.
• Feeling an urge to use drugs, alcohol or other substances regularly.
• A loss of interest in activities previously enjoyed.
• Being unable to stop using drugs or alcohol despite the negative consequences it is causing.
• Obsessive thinking about using drugs or alcohol that makes it hard to focus on anything else.
• Having a short temper and being more irritable and aggressive than usual.
• Erratic changes in mood, or mood swings.
• Using under dangerous circumstances, for example drinking and driving.

When you're grappling with drug or alcohol abuse, recovery may seem impossible. It may feel like nobody and nothing can help you. However, substance abuse and addiction is treatable. Others have recovered and so can you. Healing starts with the right 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 Northland, New Zealand.