Helplines in Nepal.

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

If you or someone you know is abusing substances, or struggling with drug and alcohol addiction, you may not know where to turn. Fortunately, support is available in Nepal from 0 helplines for substance abuse. If you or a loved one has been experiencing any of the following, reach out today:

• Sleeping at strange hours of the day or night.
• Feeling an urge to use drugs, alcohol or other substances regularly.
• Using substances as a way to relieve negative or uncomfortable emotions.
• Obsessive thinking about using drugs or alcohol that makes it hard to focus on anything else.
• Spending money on drugs or alcohol despite it being unaffordable.
• Spending a lot of time recovering from drugs, alcohol, or other substances.
• Spending a lot more time alone or with a new social circle.
• Having a short temper and being more irritable and aggressive than usual.

It can be difficult to admit that you have a substance abuse problem and that you need help. It takes a lot of strength to take the first step, but when you do, you'll be that much closer to healing and recovery.

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 Nepal.