Alcohol is a chemical which affects the brain causing disinhibition and sedation. Although used as a social lubricant in many societies, the overuse or abuse of alcohol can cause health and social problems.
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- Drinkaware Set up to help reduce alcohol misuse and harm in the UK. View advice sections, facts and campaign details.
- Medical Council on Alcoholism A UK charity providing education to medical and allied professions about the effects of alcohol upon health.
- Alcohol Concern National voluntary agency and a UK charity. Small amount of online information provided.
- Drinksense Charity providing counselling, information and support for people with alcohol-related problems, their carers and families. Based in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.
- Institute of Alcohol Studies Organisation sponsored by the United Kingdom Temperance Alliance. Provides a range of fact sheets about the use of alcohol.
- Alcohol Problems Advisory Service Offer advice and counselling on alcohol and other drug misuse as well as a range of other services. FAQ and information on the Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory.
- Alcohol Education and Research Council Administers the Alcohol Education and Research Fund, which finances projects within the UK for education and research and to help those with drinking problems. Provides information on the AERC, its activities and details of how to apply for grants.
- Alcohol and Alcoholism Journal published by th Medical Council on Alcoholism. Summaries and full text articles available online.
- ACA UK Adult Children of Alcoholics is an anonymous programme offering meetings, events in the UK and help. Includes downloads and literature.
- Alcohol Focus Scotland A national charity working to reduce alcohol harm. Offers online chat resources, facts and figures and details of how to get help.
- FAS Aware UK Set up to highlight the problems of alcohol in pregnancy with details of the risks to your unborn baby. Includes leaflets and posters.
- Rehab 4 Alcoholism Provides detox and counselling services for people suffering from alcoholism throughout the United Kingdom. Includes admission details and aftercare resources.