Addiction
This page provides information about addiction, and where you can get advice and support.
Overview of addiction
- People who suffer from an addiction have an uncontrollable urge and compulsion to use dangerous substances or to engage in harmful activities despite knowing the negative consequences these may have on their lives.
- Addiction is most commonly associated with gambling, drugs, alcohol and smoking, but it's possible to be addicted to just about anything.
Click the drop down boxes below which will navigate you to support, or view a full list of addiction support services
Help with alcohol addiction
Where can I get support?
Go to NHS website to find your nearest alcohol addiction support service
- Visit NHS website
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Suffolk Drug & Alcohol Recovery Outreach Service (DAROS) Call: 01473 622888
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Norfolk Alcoohol and Drug Behaviour Change Service Call: 01603 514096.
Support for parents and carers:
Iceni
- Call 01473 214006
- Email admin@iceniipswich.org
- Website: www.iceniipswich.org
Support for young people:
Turning Point Suffolk - Young People'S Substance Misuse Service (Under 25s)
- Call 0300 123 0872 or Ipswich 01473 220240
- Email suffolk@turning-point.co.uk
- Website Turning Point Youth Service website
Help with drug addiction
Where can I get support?
Suffolk Drug & Alcohol Recovery Outreach Service (DAROS)
- Call DAROS: 01473 622888.
Norfolk Alcoohol and Drug Behaviour Change Service
- Call: 01603 514096.
Narcotics Anonymous - Is an anonymous, voluntary organisation. Membership is open to anyone with a drug problem seeking help, regardless of what drug or combination of drugs used.
- Helpline: 0300 999 1212
Anglia Care Trust - Offer a Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service.
- Call 0800 977 5690
Support for young people:
Turning Point Suffolk - Young People'S Substance Misuse Service (Under 25s)
- Call 0300 123 0872 or Ipswich 01473 220240
Talk to FRANK - Provides support and friendly, confidential advice to young people on drugs and alcohol.
- Call: 0300 1236600 (24/7 helpline)
- Text to ask a question: 82111
Help with stopping smoking
Where can I get support?
NHS Stop Smoking Services - Search for your nearest service
Feel Good Suffolk
SmokeFree Norfolk
- Call 0800 0854113
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