Information, support and and help for people who are addicted to benzodiazepines, sleeping pills and drugs with similar effects. Calls to the helpline from a BT line cost 5p per minute on weekdays; calls from other service providers and mobiles may be more. You can also email support@bataid.org.

Support for those suffering from panic attacks, phobias, OCD, general anxiety disorder and tranquilliser withdrawal. Info, advice, counselling, listening, befriending and referrals. Helpline open everyday - 10am - 10pm ( 365 days of the year): 0300 772 9844; email: info@nopanic.org.uk.

Information about solvent abuse (i.e. gases, aerosols, nitrous oxide (‘laughing gas’), poppers, petrol, glues, solvents and other volatile substances). Good leaflets and connections to local services. Also has resources for children and family. Phone line open Monday – Friday, 10am – 4pm, except bank holidays.

Specialist advice on drugs, drugs law and harm reduction. Information on your rights on arrest. Complete the web form, ring or email ask@release.org.uk Helpline 0845 4500 215 ask@release.org.uk (open 11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm, Monday-Friday)

A charity offering free, confidential support to adults and young people with issues around alcohol dependency and drug use across the UK. Via as numerous sites across England, visit the website to find a location near you.