Mental health and help with substance abuse problems

Many people are affected by mental health and substance abuse problems. You, a family member, or another person close to you may have problems. The sooner help is sought for problems, the easier it is to manage them.

Help is available in many places. You can contact for example the Social and Health Care Centre, School and Student Health Care or the Child Health Centre.

Help from the Social Welfare and Health Centres

If you need help with mental health or substance abuse problems, contact your Social Welfare and Health Centre. Mental health teams at the Social Welfare and Health Centres help you or those close to you.

Ask in the chat or call the substance abuse and addiction treatment advice

You can ask for help with substance abuse and addiction problems either in the chat or by phone Mon–Fri 12–15:

  • Call: 040 840 4450
  • You can find the chat in the pink chat icon at the bottom right. 
  • It is also possible to use the service anonymously.

Emergency situations

In an urgent situation, call the Medical helpline 116 117, and in an emergency call the emergency number 112.

Last modified 10.3.2025