...  done some searching, but haven’t really found much information. It seems the only real help available has to be paid for and the prices are extortionate at best. I don’t have much money myself, and neither does the person I wish to help. If anyone has any information on the laws governing addiction, IE, what can be done to someone unwilling to seek help themselves, I’d also greatly appreciate that. I’m wondering if there is some power such as that used under the Mental Health act that relates to drug abuse. Thank you in advance for your responses. Best answer: Answer by kikimcspoonHi, it’s a difficult situation altogether. My brother used heroin for many years and my mum works for an NHS drugs team, and we live in the UK. What we found was- it was very hard to get help initially, and the only way to do it was via the local GP. In order to access any NHS services (such as drugs teams or mental health services) you’ll almost certainly have to be referred by a doctor. Some doctors are sympathetic to the situation, others aren’t. But once you have a referral you may find you have to go on a waiting list. Mental health departments are often unwilling to deal with addiction, unless there’s an additional mental illness as well. So you may only find help with a community drugs team, which may or may not have affiliations with the police. It varies all around ...