Substance misuse

Connect with support services that can help you and the people you care about resist the urge to misuse substances.

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Connect with services there to help with substance misuse

Below are a number of support services you can connect with to get help with managing substance misuse.

Support Services

Lifeline is a free and confidential one-to-one support service for anyone feeling overwhelmed, distressed or having difficulty staying safe. You can contact Lifeline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via 13 11 14, text, or chat.

National Alcohol & Other Drug Hotline

The National Alcohol & Other Drug Hotline is a free 24/7 phone service that provides counselling, advice, and information for those struggling with addiction. Call 1800 250 015.

Counselling Online (Alcohol & Drugs)

Counselling Online provides free and confidential 24/7 support via online chat, email, text, and community forums to people affected by alcohol or drug use across Australia.

Kids Helpline is a free and confidential 24/7 counselling service for kids, teens, young people, and the adults who care about them. Call 1800 551 800.

ReachOut is an anonymous and confidential online space where young people can openly express themselves, get a deeper understanding and perspective on what’s happening in their lives, and connect with 1:1 judgement-free peer support.

Search for more services

Use the Lifeline Service Finder to search for more local and national services available to help support you.

Lifeline Service Finder

Lifeline's Service Finder is an online directory of free or low-cost health and community services in Australia. Search for GPs, counsellors, and much more.

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What you can do right now for substance misuse

It can be challenging to find effective ways to manage cravings. Learn practical strategies you can use in the moment to resist urges to misuse substances.

Talk to someone you trust

When you’re feeling out of your depth and overwhelmed, opening up to someone you trust can take some weight off your shoulders.

I Am Sober is a sobriety tracking and support app that can help you stay sober from alcohol, drugs, and other harmful behaviours. You can build new habits, learn strategies for managing urges, and find motivation from people going through similar challenges.

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