how much is too much?

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did you know?

You do not need to be dependent or an 'alcoholic' for your drinking habits to be causing you problems. Visit NHS Choices for more information.

Increasing risk to health and harmful consequences

Regularly drinking more than the lower risk guidelines puts you at risk of harmful consequences in the future (see below). If you want to reduce your risk, simple advice may be all that you need to help you recognise the links in the future. Text DRINK to 87085 for your free Drink Smart self-help guide or download a copy - Drink Smart self-help guide (PDF)

Higher risk to health and harmful consequences

Women drinking regularly over 6 units a day (or over 35 units a week) and men drinking regularly over 8 units a day (or over 50 units a week). You are at a higher level of harm (e.g. being a victim of crime, depression, anxiety, insomnia, liver damage, weight gain, cancer). Continuing to drink at these levels also puts you at risk of developing alcohol dependency in the future. Text DRINK to 87085 for your free Drink Smart self-help guide or download a copy - Drink Smart self-help guide (PDF)

am i dependently drinking?

You can be psychologically and physically dependent to alcohol. Withdrawal can include shakes, sweats, dry wretching, and intense cravings for alcohol. Don't stop drinking suddenly as it can be dangerous when left untreated. Speak to your GP or call our duty worker for more advice. If this is you, we do not advise stopping drinking suddenly without help. This is for the safety of your physical and mental health. Contact us

am i a carer?

I provide regular care for someone who is unable to manage without help. I am also worried about their drinking. Contact us

Further infO

Visit our self-help section for further guides and information or read more on Alcohol: the facts - more information on myths and the facts about alcohol.