Addiction

People use different substances to experience different feelings, but the use of a substance can become an addiction when it gets out of their control, or seems to control them. It is often difficult for people to recognise when something they enjoy becomes an addiction. Addictions are sometimes classified as mental health disorders.

This is your gateway to addiction support services. For more information about addiction and related services follow the links below and to the left.

ADFAM NationalConfidential support and information for families and friends of people with drug problems.National
AL-ANON family groupsSupport for partners, family and friends of people with drink problems. Groups meet regularly throughout Kent and attendance is confidential and free of charge. National
AlateenTelephone support for young people aged 12-20 affected by a parent or someone else's drinking.National
Alcohol - DirectOffers information about the facts and risks of alcohol misuse, with links to organisations dedicated to helping those suffering from alcoholism.National
Alcohol ConcernWorks to reduce the incidence and costs of alcohol-related harm and to increase the range and quality of services available to people with alcohol-related problems.National
Alcoholics AnonymousSupport for alcoholics and information on local A.A. meetings held most days.National
ASHAction on smoking and health.National
Canterbury Alcohol Project (residential services)This residential service deals with alcohol and drug abuse. There are 13 groups per working week, and the programme lasts for 24 weeks.Canterbury
Cocaine Anonymous UKCocaine Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other, that they may solve their common problem and help others achieve the same freedom.CA hold regular weekly meetings in Ashford, Bromley, Chislehurst, Hayes, Sevenoaks, Swanley, Tunbridge Wells.National
D-2kThe site that helps you wise up about drugs (aimed at 14 to 16-year-olds).National