Right now
Talk to someone now
You do not have to explain everything. Tell them what is happening with your drinking and that you need someone to talk to.
Alcohol support
Drinkline Scotland
Confidential advice and support about your drinking.
Call 0800 7314 314Mon–Fri 9am–8pm · Sat–Sun 11am–4pm
My own drinking
Alcoholics Anonymous
Speak to someone who understands alcoholism and can explain how AA can help.
Call AA — 0800 9177 650Free national helpline
Someone to listen
Samaritans
If you need someone to stay with you on the phone while you get through this moment.
Call 116 123Free · day or night · 365 days a year
Medical help
Worried about withdrawal?
Alcohol withdrawal can be dangerous and can be fatal. If you drink heavily every day, get shakes or feel ill without alcohol, or have had withdrawal before, do not suddenly stop without medical advice.
Contact your GP for medical advice. If you need urgent help and your GP is closed, call NHS 24 on 111.
Call NHS 24 — 111If you have a seizure, severe confusion, hallucinations, collapse, difficulty breathing, or your condition is seriously deteriorating, call 999.