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A drug abuse hotline or helpline is a toll-free number that has been established for the specific purpose of providing confidential and anonymous information related to addiction and treatment. Those addicted to alcohol or illegal or prescription drugs can call the telephone number and receive information on substance use, treatment facilities, and other drug-related topics.<ref>{{Cite web|last=|first=|last2=|date=|title=Drug Abuse Hotline Numbers {{!}} Finding Recovery for Drug Addiction|url=https://drugabuse.com/addiction/drug-abuse-hotlines/|url-status=live|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=|website=DrugAbuse.com|language=en}}</ref> |
A drug abuse hotline or helpline is a toll-free number that has been established for the specific purpose of providing confidential and anonymous information related to addiction and treatment. Those addicted to alcohol or illegal or prescription drugs can call the telephone number and receive information on substance use, treatment facilities, and other drug-related topics.<ref>{{Cite web|last=|first=|last2=|date=|title=Drug Abuse Hotline Numbers {{!}} Finding Recovery for Drug Addiction|url=https://drugabuse.com/addiction/drug-abuse-hotlines/|url-status=live|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=|website=DrugAbuse.com|language=en}}</ref> |
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Parents or loved ones can call and find out more about addiction, as well as inpatient rehabilitation and other care options. Drug use hotlines are generally available 24 hours a day and are staffed with caring and knowledgeable individuals who want to help. |
Parents or loved ones can call and find out more about addiction, as well as inpatient rehabilitation and other care options. Drug use hotlines are generally available 24 hours a day and are staffed with caring and knowledgeable individuals who want to help<ref>{{Cite web|title=Drug & Alcohol Addiction Hotline Guide — Desert Hope Treatment Center|url=https://deserthopetreatment.com/addiction-treatment/addiction-hotlines/|access-date=2021-02-21|website=Desert Hope}}</ref>. |
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== Depression Hotline == |
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A depression crisis hotline can address dangerous substance abuse behaviours and any other mental health challenges that may be contributing to depression<ref>{{Cite web|title=Depression Hotline Number {{!}} 24 Hour Depression Helpline|url=https://www.mentalhelp.net/depression/hotline/|access-date=2021-02-21}}</ref>. |
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Depression is often accompanied by some form substance use and can result in [[addiction]]. People suffering from depression may use [[drugs]] or [[alcohol]] to cope with and escape from the depression they are dealing with<ref>{{Cite web|last=Read|first=2 Min|date=2011-11-21|title=Addiction Causes Pain for Loved Ones|url=https://treatmentsolutions.com/blog/addiction-causes-pain-for-loved-ones/|access-date=2021-02-21|website=Treatment Solutions}}</ref>. When someone has an addiction and depression it is known as a [[dual diagnosis]]<ref>{{Cite web|title=What Is Dual Diagnosis Treatment?|url=https://www.rehabs.com/dual-diagnosis-rehabs/|url-status=live|access-date=2021-02-21|website=Drug Rehab Options|language=en-US}}</ref>. |
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People dealing with depression may believe they will never feel better and that nothing and no one can help them. It is important to know, however, that these feelings can be treated. Depression hotlines can help people understand their feelings and guide them to the best mental health resources. |
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Revision as of 16:55, 21 February 2021
Commonly, a hotline is a telephone service, which offers specialized information. This information can be about how to deal with certain situations, but it can also be about the products of a company. The term originally came from a telephone which would automatically dial a pre-set number, once the receiver is lifted. Such telephones can still be found alongside highways, where they serve to call for help. Today, very often, hotlines are operated by call-centers.
Alcohol addiction hotline
When a person is addicted to alcohol, it can be difficult for them to quit drinking on their own, or they may find themselves relapsing after various attempts to remain sober. Because of this, an addiction hotline can be useful in connecting individuals with a trusted advisor to answer any questions they may have about substance abuse, most often 24-hours-a-day[1].
Drug abuse hotline
A drug abuse hotline or helpline is a toll-free number that has been established for the specific purpose of providing confidential and anonymous information related to addiction and treatment. Those addicted to alcohol or illegal or prescription drugs can call the telephone number and receive information on substance use, treatment facilities, and other drug-related topics.[2]
Parents or loved ones can call and find out more about addiction, as well as inpatient rehabilitation and other care options. Drug use hotlines are generally available 24 hours a day and are staffed with caring and knowledgeable individuals who want to help[3].
Depression Hotline
A depression crisis hotline can address dangerous substance abuse behaviours and any other mental health challenges that may be contributing to depression[4].
Depression is often accompanied by some form substance use and can result in addiction. People suffering from depression may use drugs or alcohol to cope with and escape from the depression they are dealing with[5]. When someone has an addiction and depression it is known as a dual diagnosis[6].
People dealing with depression may believe they will never feel better and that nothing and no one can help them. It is important to know, however, that these feelings can be treated. Depression hotlines can help people understand their feelings and guide them to the best mental health resources.
References
- ↑ "Alcohol Addiction Hotline | Call Our 24hrs AA Helpline". Alcohol.org. Retrieved 2020-11-10.
- ↑ "Drug Abuse Hotline Numbers | Finding Recovery for Drug Addiction". DrugAbuse.com.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ↑ "Drug & Alcohol Addiction Hotline Guide — Desert Hope Treatment Center". Desert Hope. Retrieved 2021-02-21.
- ↑ "Depression Hotline Number | 24 Hour Depression Helpline". Retrieved 2021-02-21.
- ↑ Read, 2 Min (2011-11-21). "Addiction Causes Pain for Loved Ones". Treatment Solutions. Retrieved 2021-02-21.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ↑ "What Is Dual Diagnosis Treatment?". Drug Rehab Options. Retrieved 2021-02-21.
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