Addiction — to alcohol, drugs, gambling, or more — is one of the most common and most hidden struggles there is, and one of the most wrapped in shame. That shame is the thing that keeps people stuck and silent. But addiction is a treatable health condition, not a moral failure or a lack of willpower; people recover every day, and relapse along the way is part of the road, not the end of it. Whether it's you or someone you love, this kit is the plain, non-judgmental map: seeing it honestly, finding help that's real (not the kind that preys on desperate families), and supporting someone without being destroyed by it. Free, private, works offline.
🆘 If someone may be overdosing or in danger right now, call your local emergency
number immediately. Some withdrawal — especially from alcohol or benzodiazepines ("benzos") — can be
medically dangerous; don't stop those suddenly without a doctor. For thoughts of suicide, see the
Getting Mental Health Help kit.
General navigation and support information — not medical, clinical, or
addiction-treatment advice. Addiction is a health condition; please involve a doctor or qualified
professional. What help and services exist vary by country and region; treat examples as the idea and find
what's available where you live.