Maybe you’re worried about your drinking or drug use. Maybe you love someone who is struggling. You can start here, without choosing a label or sharing your story.
Stopping or sharply reducing heavy, regular alcohol use can cause dangerous withdrawal. Get medical guidance before making that change. This page does not provide a home detox schedule.
Seek emergency help for seizures, confusion, hallucinations, severe shaking, difficulty breathing, or an inability to wake someone. In the U.S., call 911. Do not drive yourself if you are impaired or unwell.
Using more than you intend, struggling to cut back, cravings, missed responsibilities, or continuing despite relationship problems are reasons to seek support. You do not need to wait for things to get worse.
These signs are not a diagnosis. An assessment helps you understand what is happening.
Understand alcohol use disorder ↗Support can include outpatient appointments, counseling, medication, peer support, or more intensive care. A professional assessment helps match care to your needs, including withdrawal safety.
Asking questions does not commit you to a residential program.
Compare alcohol treatment options ↗Use FindTreatment.gov to explore services. Ask providers about insurance, sliding-scale fees, state-funded care, and payment assistance. Availability and eligibility vary.
Before sharing details, ask who can see records, how billing works, and the limits of confidentiality. For minors, ask specifically about parent or guardian involvement.
Look for care near you ↗Choose a calm time when neither person is intoxicated. Describe what you have noticed without labels or blame. Ask what help they would accept, and name boundaries that protect your wellbeing.
You can support someone without being their only support. If you feel threatened, prioritize your safety and reach out separately.
Explore help for people and families ↗“I’m worried about my drinking or drug use. I’m not sure what I’m ready for, but I’d like to understand my options and what would be safe.”
No personal story or account is needed to read this page. External services have their own privacy policies. This website is not a monitored support service.
Information checked October 14, 2026. Educational resources, not a diagnosis or individualized treatment.
NIAAA Alcohol Treatment Navigator ↗
NIAAA: alcohol use disorder and withdrawal ↗
