Can Cocaine Cause Psychosis?
When discussing the negative effects of using cocaine, symptoms such as nosebleeds, heart attacks and stroke are often mentioned, however, few discuss the possibility of developing psychosis as a result of long term cocaine use. In this guide, we’re going to be explaining whether cocaine can cause psychosis and how you can seek recovery treatment […]
Using Family Support to Help Addiction Recovery
The consequences of addiction rarely affect the individual alone, often having a widespread and rippling effect that impacts those closest to them. The effects of addiction on family units and significant others can be devastating and cause a variety of issues such as financial strain, emotional pain, feelings of betrayal, breakdown of relationships, anger, anxiety, […]
How CBT Can Help with a Cocaine Addiction
When treating an addiction to cocaine, it’s crucial to find the right approach for your unique circumstances. At Acquiesce, one of our most popular forms of treatment is cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). In this guide, we’ll be taking a look at exactly what cognitive behavioural therapy is and how it can help you to overcome […]
How to Find the Right Rehab Centre for You
Choosing the right rehab for you is essential to getting on the road to recovery to overcome your addiction. There are a wide number of treatments available for addiction to choose from, including residential rehab and outpatient rehab and different types of recovery programmes. Work Out What Your Individual Needs for Recovery Are Every rehab […]
NHS Facing Record Number of Requests for Help With Addiction
Between April 2020 and March 2021, there were a record number of 275,896 adults in contact with drug and alcohol services. This is a small rise compared to the previous year (270,705). According to Dr Adrian James, president of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, the coronavirus pandemic has led to an increase in new cases […]
Acquiesce’s Strategy to Help Alcohol Addiction
At Acquiesce, our strategy to help alcohol addiction includes a combination of therapies and approaches tailored to the individual’s unique circumstances and needs. These include psychological, spiritual, physical, social and holistic therapies as well as family support. In this guide, we’ll be taking a look at each one in more detail and explaining how they […]
Dealing with Anxiety During the Crisis in Ukraine
After having only just emerged from the coronavirus pandemic and suddenly entered a new crisis after Russia invaded Ukraine on Thursday, many of us have been left feeling shocked and overwhelmed at the news and all of the upsetting footage that has been circulating around it. These feelings of anxiety, distress and upset are completely […]
How to Prevent a Gambling Relapse
Throughout recovery, one of the biggest challenges someone with a gambling addiction will face is avoiding a relapse. In this guide, we’ll be explaining some of the best steps to take to help prevent a gambling relapse. Plan Ahead to Avoid Boredom One of the biggest triggers many individuals struggling with addiction find themselves faced […]
Differences Between Recreational Weed and Medicinal Marijuana
The cannabis plant has been used for a large number of things for thousands of years. From clothing, to weapons to food and recreation, the plant has a wide range of uses. However, nowadays it’s cannabis’ recreational and medical uses which generate the most interest- but what’s the difference between recreational and medical cannabis? Let’s […]
Am I Too Young for Rehab?
Identifying an alcohol or drug addiction can be difficult for young people between the ages of 18-25 due to the way in which binge drinking and frequent drug use is normalised, especially for those attending university. However, if you have started to become concerned about your own relationship and behaviours with certain substances, you may […]