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Drinking more than you want to: first steps
No shame here. These steps help you take a look and decide your next move.
20 items · 5 sections · wellbeing, health, mental-health, alcohol
Get help now (5)
- US: SAMHSA helpline 1-800-662-4357, free, 24 hoursOr text 988 if you are in crisis.
- India: Tele-MANAS 14416 or 1-800-891-4416
- UK: Drinkline 0300 123 1110
- Other countries: findahelpline.com
- If you are thinking of harming yourself, call your emergency number or 988 now
Take an honest look (4)
- Write down what you drank this week
- Notice when and why you drink: stress, boredom, habit
- Ask: have I tried to cut down and could not?
- Know that wanting to change is already a good first step
Safe to stop? (3)
- Do not stop suddenly if you drink heavily every dayWithdrawal can be dangerous: speak to a doctor first.
- Go to emergency care for shaking, seeing things, seizures or confusion
- See a doctor and tell them honestly how much you drink
Small steps (5)
- Set a limit and write it down
- Have drink-free days each week
- Remove alcohol from the house
- Tell one person you trust
- Find a support group such as AA, SMART Recovery or a local one
Look after yourself (3)
- Eat regularly and drink water
- Plan something else for the usual drinking time
- Be kind to yourself if you slip: start again the next day
Written from www.nhs.uk
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