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There are a many websites designed to increase our awareness of the risks of drinking at higher than recommended levels. Here are some that we recommend.
Resources (7)
| An overview of alcohol misuse For an overview of alcohol misuse with video clips where experts explain the risks try this one. There are also links to other websites. |
http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/alcohol-misuse/Pages/Introduction.aspx |
| Risks of alcohol to family members If you are worried about the risks to family members, such as children, older people or women, and what effect alcohol has on the family as a whole then this is a useful site. |
http://www.alcoholconcern.org.uk/servlets/wrapper/worried_about.jsp |
| Calculate you own risk Do you want to calculate your own risk? Try this easy to use tool. It provides you with everything you need to know. |
http://units.nhs.uk |
| Maybe one for the young at heart This is a great website for the younger age-groups, with lots of useful information. |
http://www.drinkaware.co.uk/ |
| Read about other peoples experiences Read about other peoples experiences of alcohol misuse in their own words. |
http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/alcohol/Pages/Alcoholhome.aspx |
| The big debate Get involved in the local public debate around alcohol. |
http://www.northeastbigdrinkdebate.org.uk/ |
| Local online Alcohol Help Centre Are you concerned about problem drinking? Do you need to cut down or are you thinking about quitting? |
http://nhssotw.alcoholhelpcentre.net/ |