Do I Need Help?

It's not always easy to recognise that you need help with your drug or alcohol use. The questions below may act as a guide. However, even if you're not sure, the Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS) is a free, confidential, non-judgemental service that provides access to someone to talk to about what you are experiencing. The ADIS can be contacted 24hrs a day, seven days a week on 9442 5000 or 1800 198 024 (free call for country callers).

1. Have friends or family ever worried or complained about your drug or alcohol use?
2. Do you ever use drugs or alcohol first thing in the morning or to get you through the day?
3. Are you concerned about your drug or alcohol use?
4. Do you ever use drugs or alcohol to overcome the effects of other drugs or alcohol taken earlier?
5. Have you or someone else been injured as a result of your drug or alcohol use?
6. Have you ever felt regret after taking drugs or alcohol?
7. Do you conceal your use from family or friends, or edit stories involving your drinking or using?
8. Does your drug or alcohol use impact negatively on other parts of your life e.g. work, friendships, finances, health?
9. Have you ever run out of money for things you need (e.g. food, bills, going out) because you've spent your money on alcohol or drugs?
10. Would you like to change the way you use drugs or alcohol?

If you answer yes to any of these questions it may mean you could do with some assistance. Please give ADIS a call on 9442 5000, 1800 198 024 (free call for country callers) or follow the ‘Where to get help' link to find a service that's right for you.