Addiction (Alcohol)
A brief look at some of the problems caused by:
plus links to local and national organisations that can help you to beat your addiction.
Alcohol
Many people enjoy alcohol, and most of the time it is not a problem. But regular heavy drinking can be bad for your health, especially if you’re young.
Heavy drinking puts strain on your liver, heart and brain. It can
damage the red muscle fibres you need to do well in sport, lead
to loss of appetite, skin problems and memory loss.
After drinking too much people are more likely to have an accident,
have a fight or have unsafe sex.
If you need more info or just somebody to talk to, check out the listed web sites or call one of these local organisations for advice and info:
Addaction, Leicester Criminal Justice Project
Help and advice for anyone who has been arrested by the police who
has an alcohol problem.
0116 255 0121
Drug and Alcohol Advice Centre
Alcohol info and advice for people living in Leicester and Leicestershire
0116 222 9545
Open Door
Counselling for young people
0116 253 7999
Turning Point
Info and advice for people living in North Leicestershire, including
Loughborough and Coalville.
01509 611 111
Last Updated:
July 11, 2007
