How can I get help to stop using cocaine?

There are several ways in which you can proceed to get help regarding cocain addiction. Perhaps the most common way to get professional help in Norway, would be to contact your doctor (fastlege). In some cases it can be enough to schedule some regular appointments with you doctor, and work together to figure out a treatment plan that works best for you. In other cases, your doctor might write a referral to a clinic in your area that specialize in treating drug addiction.

It might be worth noting that you doctor can withdraw your driver’s license, if he/she is under the impression that your condition is affecting your ability to safely operate a vehicle.

If you don’t have a GP here in Norway, or if you don’t feel comfortable to speak to you doctor yet, you may contact us directly by chat or phone. It could be helpful to get more information regarding your situation, and whether you qualify for having a GP in Norway.

You may also call a patient-counsellor from helsenorge.no, where you can speak to qualified heath care professionals to get further information regarding different treatment options. If so, call 800 41 004. You may also follow this link to get further information in english.

Besides asking for professional help with regards to drug addiction, most people will benefit from talking to others whom they trust – like a friend, colleague or a family member.  By sharing your own concerns with others, you might find it somewhat easier to handle this situation.