The self-help movement is worldwide and
enormous. Given the universality of human problems, there is
probably a self-help organization willing to provide help for any
difficulty. This is especially true for substance use disorders.
For many years the medical community ignored those with substance
abuse problems and national and international self-help
organizations were created to fill the void. If you or someone you
know has a substance abuse problem, there is probably a self-help
organization close by to provide assistance.
The offerings in this section include links for diagnosing particular problems, self-help group contact links and a (US) national treatment site locator.
- Self-Diagnosis A number of useful links to help you evaluate your or someone else’s drug, alcohol or other mental health issue.
- Self-Help Groups A list of links to find self-help organizations that provide services for people with alcohol and drug problems.
- Treatment Locator A (US) national database to help you get started looking for drug and alcohol provider organizations in your local area.