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Anyone can develop a dependency on alcohol and it can be very difficult watching someone you care about struggle to control their drinking.

As part of AAW 2020 Nicola shares her experience of addiction services which in turn led her to volunteer with Achieve, part of GMMH.

The theme of this year’s campaign is ‘Alcohol and mental health'.

Many of us use alcohol as a short term strategy to improve our mood. Here are four ways you can boost your mental health without drinking.

1 in 3 claim that they have been impacted by the substance misuse of a family member.

Members of the NHS Inpatient Network continue to call for urgent action to save the last remaining NHS IPUs in England.

The number of drug-related deaths has reached a record-high in England and Wales, as drug treatment services funding continues to decrease.

The five remaining NHS inpatient detox units (IPUs) in England could permanently close without urgent changes to the way they are funded.

Social distancing measures mean that digital technology is playing an increasingly vital role in the delivery of treatment.

Three breakout sessions take place simultaneously during the morning, all of which are available to watch here.

Watch Claire Murdoch explain what the evolution means to them as alliance members.

Watch Neil Carr OBE, Chief Executive of Midlands Partnership Foundation Trust, explain what the evolution means to them.

The RADAR model developed by Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust showcases the innovative services NHS IPUs provide.

The future of the 5 remaining NHS Inpatient Detox Units remains critically uncertain.

The NHS APA #NewHappyHour campaign has been shared nationally, providing tips and advice for people managing their alcohol intake during the

The role of the Consultant Addiction Psychiatrist is uniquely commissioned in the NHS and is an indisputable asset.

The survival of NHS IPUs is a matter of life or death for service users and their loved ones yet their very existance is under threat.

To help people who are struggling during lockdown, we have created a harm reduction guide for self-reducing alcohol intake at home.

If you would like to show your support for our Find A New Happy Hour campaign, please download and share these resources.

Greater Manchester Health and Social Care Partnership have launched an ambitious new programme to prevent children being harmed by alcohol