What is ARBD?

Alcohol Related Brain Damage is a spectrum of disorders that merge and overlap, changing the structure and function of the brain through long term consumption of alcohol (A Fuller Life, 2004).

As a result, difficulties with learning, retaining or recalling information occur alongside physical symptoms. A specific diagnosis is not essential for the CARDS service to support the individual. For a full explanation of ARBD and its potential effects on an individual we direct volunteers and individuals towards Alcohol Concerns resources:

Alcohol Concern ARBD Resources

Volunteering for CARDS

What is ARBD?

Alcohol Related Brain Damage is a spectrum of disorders that merge and overlap, changing the structure and function of the brain through long term consumption of alcohol (A Fuller Life, 2004).

Alcohol Concern ARBD Resources

What is ARBD?

Signs and symptoms of ARBD

Diagnosis and treatment of ARBD

Volunteering options

Useful information about volunteering

Ongoing support for learning & development

Volunteer resources & Forms

Covid and volunteering

Getting help from CARDS

Evaluations & reports

Frameworks & Guidance