Louisiana Alcohol Addiction Hotline
Alcohol Addiction Hotline Louisiana
Louisiana Alcohol Addiction Hotline
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the percentage of adults engaging in binge drinking in Louisiana was approximately 16.7% in 2019.
Binge drinking is defined as consuming five or more drinks (for men) or four or more drinks (for women) in a short period, usually within two hours.
In 2019, there were a total of 240 alcohol-impaired driving fatalities in Louisiana, accounting for 28% of all traffic-related fatalities in the state, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The Louisiana Department of Health reported that around 26% of high school students in the state had consumed alcohol within the past 30 days in 2019.
In 2019, an estimated 30,000 people received substance abuse treatment services in Louisiana. Among those, alcohol was the primary substance of abuse for approximately 13,000 individuals.
Louisiana Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) Resources
Louisiana Office of Addictive Disorders Services
Louisiana Substance use and Related Disorders services are provided statewide by each regional human service district/authority, or through the Healthy Louisiana plans for the Medicaid population. The districts and authorities provide treatment for people suffering from addictions to drugs, alcohol or gambling, as well as support for their families and friends.
Alcoholics Anonymous Louisiana Area 27 Assembly
Area 27 consists of the state of Louisiana, which is further divided into 24 Districts. The role of the Area is to represent its AA groups to AA as a whole. AA groups send their General Service Representative (GSR) and the districts send their District Committee Members to the Area Assembly where they carry their group conscience and vote on their behalf on matters that affect Area 27 and AA as a whole.
Louisiana Governor Office of Drug & Alcohol Policy
The Louisiana Office of Drug Policy seeks to elicit, motivate and coordinate Louisiana organizations, agencies, entities and individuals toward the goal of eradicating drug and alcohol abuse in Louisiana. The Office of Drug Policy identifies challenges and provides solutions to address substance misuse and abuse and to make recommendations to the governor and state agencies regarding programs, policies and practices that support and sustain prevention, treatment and enforcement efforts.
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