Georgia Alcohol Addiction Hotline
Alcohol Addiction Hotline Georgia
Georgia Alcohol Addiction Abuse Statistics
Georgia has seen a significant amount of alcohol consumption, with rates similar to the national average. Social and cultural factors, as well as alcohol availability, contribute to the prevalence of alcohol use in the state.
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) , which includes a range of alcohol-related problems from mild to severe, has been a concern in Georgia. The prevalence of AUD in the state was on par with the national average.
Georgia has taken measures to combat drunk driving, but it has still faced challenges related to alcohol-related traffic accidents and fatalities.
Efforts to reduce impaired driving have included strict DUI laws, public awareness campaigns, and increased law enforcement.
Binge drinking, defined as consuming a large amount of alcohol in a short period, has been a concern in Georgia. This behavior can lead to various health and safety issues.
Georgia, like many states, has worked to address the issue of underage drinking. Efforts to reduce underage alcohol use have included enforcing minimum legal drinking age laws and implementing educational programs.
Georgia has various treatment and support services available to help individuals struggling with alcohol abuse. These include counseling, rehabilitation centers, and support groups.
Georgia Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) Resources
Georgia Crisis and Access Line (GCAL)
The Georgia Collaborative Administrative Services Organization (ASO) is a partner with the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Development Disabilities (DBHDD) that facilitates the provision of integrated behavioral health and developmental disabilities supports and services to more than 200,000 Georgia residents statewide. Working with the DBHDD network of more than 600 providers, the Collaborative supports person-centered, whole-health, culturally sensitive supports and services to children, adolescents and adults. It is comprised of three partner companies: The Georgia Crisis and Access Line (GCAL), Beacon Health Options (Beacon), and Qlarant (formerly Delmarva Foundation).
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Alcohol Addiction treatment programs can help Georgians of all ages withdraw safely from the physical and psychological effects of drugs, and learn to manage their substance use disorder. DBHDD contracts with providers in all six regions of the state to provide outpatient and residential substance abuse treatment to men, women, children, and adolescents who are struggling with the disease of addiction.
The Center for Maternal Substance Abuse and Child Development (MSACD)
The Center for Maternal Substance Abuse and Child Development (MSACD) began life as the Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) Screening project in 1981. At that time, the Georgia Legislature had the foresight to establish a program for screening pregnant women for alcohol use in order to identify the extent of the problem in Georgia and create methods of prevention in this group.
Georgia Counsel for Recovery
For Georgia Council for Recovery, “Nothing About Us Without Us” isn’t just a slogan, it’s a way of life. We don’t rely on our own lived experience when advocating for others- we talk to them, and help them build their own voices to add to ours. We provide the skills for communities and individuals in recovery to build connections, lift up resources, and impact positive change
National Alcohol Addiction Hotline
When you call the National Alcohol Addiction Hotline hotline, you can expect a supportive and confidential conversation. We’re here to listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and provide guidance on various alcohol treatment options, including counseling, detoxification programs, rehabilitation centers, and support groups. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and resources necessary to make informed decisions about your health and well-being. Call today (888) 260-0553