Alcohol Resources

Drinking is a personal choice. Here are some resources that can help you drink safely.

Low risk drinking guidelines

Drinking is a personal choice. If you choose to drink, these guidelines can help you decide when, where, why and how.

Low risk drinking guidelines explained

The low risk drinking guidelines are not about abstinence — they are about rethinking your drinking in order to reduce alcohol-related harms.

How does alcohol affect your body and mind?

CAMH provides information on alcohol use and symptoms, as well as resources to seek treatment and support.

Nicotine Resources

Without support, two-thirds of smokers will die prematurely from cigarette-triggered illnesses. If you are looking to quit smoking, we can help provide you with safe and effective treatment to help you stop.

Nicotine addiction & What it does

This is a helpful website with Canada-specific information on quitting smoking.

Support to quit smoking

This is a helpful website with Ontario-specific information on quitting smoking.

RIDICULOUS TIPS TO STAY SMOKE-FREE

The smokers’ helpline offers lots of useful tips and tricks to help people reduce or stop smoking.

Benzodiazepines Resources

Researchers found that the addictive power of benzodiazepines was similar to that of opioids, cannabinoids, and GHB.

The Ashton Manual — written by Professor C. Heather Ashton

The Ashton Manual is a recommended reading for anyone planning on tapering off benzodiazepines and antidepressants, anyone in withdrawal, and all professionals and carers. It contains information about the effects that benzodiazepines have on the brain and body. Detailed suggestions on how to withdraw after long-term use and individual tapering schedules for different benzodiazepines are provided.

5 ALARMING FACTS ABOUT BENZODIAZEPINE ADDICTION

Many people are unaware of how dangerous and addictive benzodiazepines can be. This short article busts some of the myths and misconceptions about this substance.

HIV Resources

Although there is currently no cure for HIV/AIDS, there is now incredibly effective treatment available for this illness. Our team of experts can help you choose the right treatment for you.

HIV/AIDS tests and treatment

This is a helpful website with Ontario-specific information on HIV testing and treatment.

Canadian HIV/AIDS Legal Network

The Canadian HIV/AIDS Legal Network is one of the world’s leading organizations tackling the legal and human rights issues related to HIV/AIDS, and advocating at both the policy and community levels.

HIV & AIDS Legal Clinic Ontario (HALCO)

HALCO is a charitable not-for-profit community-based legal clinic that provides free legal assistance to people living with HIV/AIDS in Ontario.