Disclaimer

Disclaimer

All advice and information on this site is given in good faith and is based on sources believed to be reliable and accurate at the time of release on the site. The State of Western Australia, the Mental Health Commission, the Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Support Service and their respective officers, employees and agents ("the relevant persons") do not accept legal liability or responsibility for the content of the advice or information or any consequences arising from its use.

A change in the circumstances after a document is placed on the site may impact on the accuracy of the information. As well as this, materials may be maliciously vandalised. The Relevant Persons cannot ensure accuracy of any information or advice contained after publication on the site.

The material on this site may reflect the views or recommendations of third parties which do not necessarily reflect the views of the Relevant Persons, nor indicate a commitment to a particular course of action.

The information provided on this site is provided for information purposes only.

Live chat disclaimer

The Live Chat service is operated by the Alcohol and Drug Support Line (ADSL) in Western Australia for the purpose of providing alcohol and drug counselling and support for the benefit of the public. The Live Chat service is provided free of charge for residents of Western Australia and is operated Monday to Friday 7:30am-9:00pm, Saturday 9:00am - 7:00pm, and Sundays 11:00am - 6pm.

If you require immediate help, call the Alcohol and Drug Support Line on (08) 9442 5000 or 1800 198 024 toll-free for country callers or for emergencies call the 000 emergency line.

Our assessments and counselling are based on the information you choose to share with us. While our counsellors will make every effort to assist you with the issues or problems you identify - you are in the best position to determine how relevant this information is to your situation. Services provided by ADSL are not a substitute for independent professional advice from your own or another health professional.

ADSL is a confidential service, however if we are concerned about your safety or the safety of another person, our duty of care will override this. A transcript of your chat will be stored in accordance with State government record keeping policies. 

The ADSL does not accept any liability for any injury, loss or damage incurred by use of or reliance on the information and advice provided via the Live Chat service.