The Truth About Gambling

Did you know that online betting addiction is a growing problem? More than four billion people in the world gamble at least once in their lifetime and over one and a half billion people gamble every year. It is natural to associate gambling with casinos and the various popular options such as slots, blackjack, poker, […]

Jonny’s Story

Jonny started rehab late January after an explosive row with his girlfriend of 4 years. Her parents had become involved and it was time that things changed. With some help from a friend Jonny was accepted at Acquiesce. From that day onward when he traveled to Bolton by train, not only did his life change, […]

What Is A Functioning Alcoholic?

What most people see when they imagine the stereotypical alcoholic is someone who is unable to maintain a job or relationship because of their drinking, or a dysfunctional, scruffy person. However, this is not always the case. It is possible to be an alcoholic while maintaining a life that fits into societies expectations of success. […]

What Does Heroin Do To Your Brain and Body?

So, let’s take a look at what heroin does to the body. Also known as smack, skag, horse, gear and brown, heroin has a lengthy history. The drug has its roots so to speak, in the opium poppy. Evidence of the cultivation of these poppies has been found as far back as Neolithic times, more […]

What Does Alcohol Rehab Involve?

Alcohol addiction is a chronic illness that requires ongoing treatment. Addiction to alcohol can manifest in any individual who feels a strong and uncontrollable desire to consume the substance. This desire can result in an incredibly destructive illness. The most effective way to recover from alcohol addiction is rehabilitation. Rehabilitation, commonly known by the shortened […]

What Are the Worst Drugs To Get Addicted To?

There are no drugs considered ‘safe’ to become addicted to, however – there are some drugs which are more dangerous and addictive than others. We’ve compiled a list of some of the worst, both legal and illegal and the reasons why. Heroin A heroin high causes a euphoric and numb state of mind and body. […]

The Benefits of Private Funded Rehab

Rehabilitation centres are set up across the UK to help people recover from addictive behaviour.  These behaviours can be related to drugs, alcohol, and gambling addictions and more besides. There is a focus not only on residential care and detox, but also with helping patients to learn, understand and control their behaviours. Two Types of […]

Mixing Alcohol and Drugs

Illegal drugs are always unpredictable, and can often result in a myriad of health issues. Combining illegal drugs and alcohol can result in a potentially disastrous and lethal cocktail. The effects of mixing alcohol and drugs can range from anything simple, such as nausea, to deadly health issues like heart failure. The best advice when […]

Cocaine Addiction and Abuse

Cocaine is a recreational drug that is commonly used in the party scene due to the high it creates, and its popularity is increasing. Although not every cocaine user will fall into addiction, the chances of developing a problem are high, and it is incredibly likely that issues will occur after the very first use. […]

Cannabis Addiction and Abuse

Some like to see detoxification of weed and the flushing out of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabinoids (CBN) as a race against time. This rarely is the situation, unless applicable to an urgent Cannabis detox situation. A so called instant intervention may be required amongst heavy chronic users, where the addictions alters perceptions about life and […]