Substance and Alcohol Misuse (SAM)

Substance and Alcohol Misuse (SAM) is a free course for people in recovery from alcohol and substance misuse.

The course looks at:

• Problem solving, goal setting and action planning
• Sharing experiences with others in a similar situation
• Communication skills
• Staying well – relapse prevention
• Healthy eating
• Relaxation techniques
• Healthy lifestyle
• Dealing with difficult emotions

Who can take part?

Any adult who is in recovery from substance and alcohol misuse, providing they are stable.

How can it help you?

By taking part in a SAM course you will:

• Improve quality of life
• Improve relationships with family and friends
• Develop better communication skills
• Gain greater independence, confidence/self-esteem
• Learn new skills
• Learn to cope with the daily problems of daily living through discussion and peer support
• Improve lifestyle and healthy eating
• Reduce feelings of isolation and depression

Find a course

To find out about the SAM courses being run in your area please use the course finder on the right  or contact your regional office.