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Ease up on the drink

This section provides practical steps on how to cut back on how much you are drinking and gives tips on talking to someone whose drinking you're worried about.

  • How to talk to someone about their drinking

    When someone you are close to is drinking too much it can have a really big impact on you. Read about how to talk to someone when you are worried about their drinking. 

  • How to ease up

    Are you worried about your drinking? Do you regret your behaviour when drunk? Do you want to make changes to the way you drink?

  • Tips for hosts

    If you're hosting a party or celebration and you're serving alcohol or have asked people to bring alcohol with them, here are some easy tips and ideas to make sure everyone has fun without drinking too much.

  • Tips for employers

    Here are some simple things employers and workplaces can do to help ensure that alcohol is well managed at your next staff function and everyone is looked after. Find a link to HPA’s workplace wellbeing website - wellplace.nz - here too.

  • How to be safer

    Practical steps you can take to be safe when you and your family or friends are drinking.

 
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