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If you suffer from an addiction, you can seek counseling.

Addiction is an illness and requires treatment, like any other illness. There are numerous counseling centers that offer support to you as an affected person or a relative. Trained and experienced counselors are available to help you there. The services are aimed at people with

• alcohol or drug problems,
• drug addiction and
• gaming or media addiction.

You can contact these agencies if you suffer from an addiction yourself, but also as a relative of someone with an addiction problem. If you wish, all conversations you have with the counselors will remain anonymous. Just like doctors, addiction counselors are also obliged to maintain confidentiality - even when it comes to questions about illegal drugs.

The submission of documents is not required for this service.

• You have your habitual residence in Hamburg.

The advice centers work free of charge.

Those affected can contact any addiction counseling center. It is recommended that you contact them by phone to arrange a counseling appointment.

The processing time varies depending on the nature of your request

No

In many cases, participation in self-help groups is also advisable. The counseling centers refer those affected to suitable self-help groups.

No

• Addiction is a disease
• Counseling centers offer support
• Counseling services are available to addicts and their families
• For example, alcohol, drug, medication, gambling, media addiction
• Anonymous upon request
• Counselors are required to maintain confidentiality (including with regard to illegal drugs)

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