Common Misconceptions About Cannabis
Cannabis is the most widely used illegal drug across the UK, with over 5 million people admitting to having consumed cannabis between April and June 2019. The long-standing argument about whether cannabis should be legalised in the UK is ongoing, with many believing there are no real negative side effects of the drug. In this […]
Opioid Addiction in the UK
The US has been severely affected by an opioid epidemic since the 1990s, facing roughly 142 opioid-related deaths every day. There are now growing concerns surrounding the rise of opioid addiction in the UK, with more and more people becoming addicted to the euphoric effect of prescription drugs such as morphine and codeine. We can […]
Keeping the Mind and Body Healthy Post Lockdown
Throughout the coronavirus pandemic and the multiple lockdowns that have come with it, there has been a huge push to focus more on our mental and physical health. However, as lockdown comes to an end and many of us start to return to school, work and our normal everyday lives, it’s more important now than […]
How to Seek Help When Struggling with Drug or Alcohol Addiction
If you think you may be struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction and are looking to seek help, that’s great news. The first step to recovery is being able to recognise that you have a problem and wanting to make a conscious effort to stop it. If you’re unsure whether or not you have […]
How to Help Someone with a Ketamine Addiction
Are you worried that someone you know has an addiction to Ketamine? Helping someone with a substance addiction can seem difficult and awkward, particularly if you are unsure of how they may respond. However, getting them the right kind of help is absolutely essential for their recovery. In this guide, we’ll be looking at some […]
Inpatient vs Outpatient Rehab
Are you concerned about the substance abuse or addictive behaviour of yourself or a loved one? Choosing the right kind of help for your addiction is crucial for getting on the road to an effective recovery. In this guide, we’ll be looking at the different treatment options including inpatient vs outpatient rehab and which is […]
Why Family Support is So Important During Addiction Recovery
Substance abuse and addiction can harm family dynamics, weaken trust and cause a breakdown in communication. When a family member is suffering with an addiction, those closest to them often endure a wide range of painful emotions such as anger, hurt, confusion, fear and betrayal. This can make it difficult to sympathise with the individual […]
What is a High Functioning Alcoholic?
If asked to imagine an alcoholic, many people would imagine someone who is always drinking, perhaps someone who looks unkempt and whose life is falling apart as a result of their habits. This, however, is not the reality for many people with an alcohol addiction. Some people can cope absolutely fine despite consuming high quantities […]
How to Start Socialising Again When Suffering with an Addiction
For those struggling with or recovering from an addiction, socialising can seem incredibly difficult. Now that lockdown restrictions are starting to ease, anyone recovering from an addiction may be worried about starting to socialise again and wondering how they can enjoy time with family and friends whilst staying sober or abstaining from addictive behaviour such […]
Physical Symptoms of an Alcohol Addiction
Alcohol addiction, sometimes referred to as ‘alcoholism’, is a term used to describe when an individual becomes dependent on alcohol in order to cope mentally and is unable to stop consuming it despite the negative physical and/or social consequences they may face as a result. Despite alcohol addiction being a psychological dependence, as an individual […]