• Avoid situations where you usually drink, like parties or bars.
• Ask your partner, family and friends to help you stay away from alcohol.

If you have a problem stopping:

• Ask your health care provider or employer about alcohol treatment programs.

• Join an Alcoholics Anonymous support group. Their telephone number is in the white pages or community service pages of your local telephone book.

• Contact the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), (800) NCA-CALL (622-2255).

• For more information and a referral to resources in your area, visit the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator. 

November 2008