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Sikh Helpline Local Family Bike Ride 2022

Sukha Singh 18th August 2022

The Sikh Helpline Local Family Bike Ride 2nd Oct 2022 NOTE: It is with regret that our event on Sunday 18th September has been postponed to 2nd Oct 2022. The…

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Volunteer Application Form 2022

superadmin 11th July 2022

Volunteers Are The Backbone Of Our Organisation Your time, support and commitment, along with personal experience, professional expertise and specialism is what makes our service valuable. Volunteer Application Form 2022…

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Scotland to Birmingham Pro Bike Ride 2022

Sukha Singh 1st June 2022

It’s Back – Our signature Sikh Helpline PRO Bike Ride 2022 This summer 2022 we look forward to the return of the SHL – Scotland to Birmingham bike ride. In…

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Admin Job Opportunity – 2022

Sukha Singh 26th May 2022

Role:                    Admin Salary:                 National living wage Location:            West Bromwich Contract:            Zero hours Closing Date:    09/06/2022 The Sikh Helpline are currently…

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29th May 2022 Sikh Helpline Challenger Bikeride 50Miles

Sukha Singh 17th March 2022

After the amazing success of the 50 mile bike ride last year, we are excited to announce this year’s ride: a 50-mile round trip from Birmingham to Leamington Spa and…

Category: Substance Abuse

Introduction to Substance Abuse

Substance abuse refers to the harmful or hazardous use of substances, including consuming excess amounts of alcohol, smoking and drugs. The use of recreational or prescription drugs, alcohol or smoking can cause addiction and negative consequences.

 

Repeated substance abuse can lead to the development of behavioural, cognitive, and physiological problems, causing a strong desire to take the drug and difficulties in controlling its use. These effects can make it difficult to stop despite harmful consequences, resulting in a higher priority given to drug use than to other activities and obligations, increased tolerance, and sometimes a physical withdrawal state.

It is therefore very common for substance abuse to lead to problems at work, home, school, and in relationships. It is not uncommon to feel isolated, helpless, or ashamed. Nevertheless, if you are worried about yourself or a friend or family member who is suffering from substance abuse, it is important to get help. Recognising that you have a problem is the first step and takes tremendous courage and strength.

Talking to the Sikh Helpline can help to give you a better understanding of the problem and how to best deal with it. We can help by supporting and getting you in touch with the right agencies. The Sikh Helpline is here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help and you can contact us anytime.

Read articles, case studies and other information related to this topic below.

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Alcohol Misuse – Sikh Helpline

Sukha Singh 31st March 2021 abuseaddictionsalcohol

Alcohol misuse occurs when you drink in a way that’s harmful or when you’re dependent on its consumption. If someone has lost control over their drinking and has a strong…

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Unspoken Alcohol Issue
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The Unspoken Alcohol Issue by a Punjabi Woman – Alcoholic Abuse

Sukha Singh 17th March 2020

I’m writing to you to offer my support, guidance, strength and hope to other alcoholics. I am a 37 year old recovering alcoholic. I am a Punjabi woman and have…

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The Unspoken Alcohol Problem Among UK Punjabis

superadmin 4th April 2018 addictionsalcoholsubstance abuse

BBC – For many British Punjabis, alcohol abuse is an open secret. Alcohol consumption is glamorised across different aspects of Punjabi culture and shame stops many seeking the help that…

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Issues That Matter – Drug Facilitated Sexual Assault “spiking”

superadmin 6th December 2015 drugssubstance abuse

In the video below, the characters re-enact a scene which happens too often to too many people. Here, the girl is distracted from her drink and whilst the boy has…

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A 5 Years Old Child Fed Alcohol By His Father

superadmin 6th December 2015 addictionsalcoholsubstance abuse

Binge drinking amongst teenagers is rising at an exponential rate and can be bought on by a variety of factors. One often overlooked factor is the influence a childs own…

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Teenage Girl Pressured to Drink Alcohol – Peer Influences

superadmin 6th December 2015 addictionsalcoholsubstance abuse

University is a difficult time for young girls and boys as peer group pressure means that its most often your closest friends that can lead you on to a path…

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