Why do homeless people drink and do drugs?

During 2013-15, 27% of our clients reported problematic drug/alcohol use (source: Crisis Skylight Final Report of the University of York evaluation). Two thirds of homeless people cite drug or alcohol use as a reason for first becoming homeless. Those who use drugs are seven times more likely to be homeless. read more

Most people become homeless because they are alcoholics or drug addicts. An intense, constant craving is the chief symptom of alcoholism. When addicts do get the drink they crave, they are unable to stop with just one. read more