Medical emergency or immediate danger? Dial 911 in the United States. Do not wait for this guide. For emotional distress or a mental-health or substance-use crisis, call or text 988.
These numbers are for the U.S. Outside the U.S., use your local emergency number or find a local helpline. This page is not monitored and cannot dispatch help.A little courage.
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Find your starting point
Three quick questions match your interests to resources. This is a navigation guide, not a clinical test or a decision about what treatment you need.
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Your resource library
Meeting schedules, eligibility and costs can change. Open the official service page to confirm details. International and U.S. services are identified on every card.
A gentler first step
What happens in a peer group?
Peer meetings offer shared experience and support. Formats, spiritual approaches, attendance rules and privacy practices differ. Check the meeting description, ask about newcomer options and choose what feels workable for you.
What if I am worried about someone else?
Al-Anon, Nar-Anon and NAMI family groups offer support for loved ones. You can also contact a helpline or a qualified professional for guidance. In an emergency, call emergency services.
What do screening results mean?
External screening tools can help start a conversation. They cannot confirm a diagnosis or decide care on their own. A qualified professional can interpret concerns in context. THQ does not administer or score a clinical screen.
Getting professional support
Withdrawal deserves medical attention. Stopping alcohol after heavy, prolonged use can cause dangerous withdrawal. Seek medical help to plan a safe recovery rather than relying on this page or a peer meeting. NIAAA guidance ↗
If you suspect an overdose or someone cannot be awakened or is struggling to breathe, call 911 in the U.S. CDC overdose information ↗
For non-emergency care, ask about costs, insurance, sliding fees, waiting times and relevant qualifications. Find professional care ↗