Need help now
If you have overdosed ...
or if you are with someone you think may have overdosed, call 999 and ask for an ambulance.
You will need to give
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a telephone number that the paramedics can call you back on
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the location of the incident
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information about what has happened
It is important that you give as much accurate information as possible - including what the person overdosing has taken - so that the paramedics can treat them properly.
If you are feeling worried, stressed, anxious or depressed...
Call the Samaritans on 08457 909090
If you are in Kent or Medway, you can contact the out of hours service Mental Health Matters on 0800 107 0160 - 5pm to 9am Monday - Friday and 24 hours Weekends & Bank Holidays
Have a look at some of the self help strategies on our 'What are you feeling page' or see the links to other mental health services on our Links page
If you want information on drugs and their effects ...
Talk to Frank has a list of drugs, their effects, the chances of getting hooked, health risks and UK Law
If you want treatment for substance misuse ...
Use the search facility on the DrugScope website to find a treatment service near you.
Advice and Information
KCA have a range of advice and information leaflets that you can download and print.