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Addiction & De-addiction Care
Alcohol, tobacco, drugs, gambling and problematic digital or sexual behaviours.
Confidential English and Hindi Detailed assessment
Understanding the concern
The experience matters as much as the label.
Addiction care works best without shame. Assessment looks at the substance or behaviour, withdrawal risk, physical health, motivation, family impact and factors maintaining the problem.
You do not need to identify the condition yourself before consulting. Begin with what has changed, how long it has continued and how it is affecting everyday life.
Craving or withdrawal
Work, health or relationship harm
Repeated unsuccessful attempts to stop
What assessment considers
A symptom can have more than one explanation.
The pattern
When symptoms began, their frequency, severity and effect on work, study, sleep or relationships.
Health and medicines
Physical illness, prescribed medicines, substances and relevant investigations where needed.
Life context
Recent changes, stress, family observations, support systems and the person’s own priorities.
Safety and urgency
Any immediate concern involving self-harm, severe agitation, confusion or inability to remain safe.
How care may help
A treatment plan should make sense in real life.
Care is decided after assessment. Depending on the concern, it may include clear explanations, practical changes, psychotherapy guidance, medication or coordination with another specialist.
Questions people often ask before consulting
Can withdrawal be managed at home?
Some withdrawal states can be dangerous. A clinician should assess the substance, amount, duration and medical history before advising the setting.
Urgent help: If there is immediate danger, suicidal intent, severe confusion, violent behaviour or inability to remain safe, contact local emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department.