If you are in need of immediate substance use treatment, call TELUS Health at 844-584-1027, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency department.
ALCOHOL USE
Whether you’re just now considering making a change in your alcohol use or are ready to take the first step, take a look at these helpful resources.
Not sure if you’re ready to make a change? Consider these suggestions in the meantime:
- Keep track of how often and how much you’re drinking.
- Notice how drinking affects you.
- Make or remake a list of pros and cons about changing.
- Deal with other priorities that may be in the way.
- Ask for support from your counselor, doctor, a friend, or someone else you trust.
- Check out these various alcohol calculators to determine the
- strength of your drink
- Blood Alcohol Level
- cost to your per week, month or year.
Are you ready to change your drinking?
If so, choose whether to cut down or quit, and make a change plan.
Don’t be surprised if you continue to have mixed feelings. You may need to remake your decision several times before becoming comfortable with it.
Ready to cut back?
- Set your goals and make a plan for how you’ll reach them.
- These tips can help.
CANNABIS USE
Cannabis affects everyone differently. If you choose to use cannabis, here are some suggestions to take care of yourself.
Need to take a Cannabis Tolerance Break?
This T-Break guide can help! A printable version is also available.