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 […]
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 […]
Methods to Prevent Resorting to Drugs in Times of Stress
Stress is our body’s natural response to pressure and it is often triggered when we experience something new, unexpected or when we feel like we have little to no control over a situation. Some stress can benefit us, helping us to take on and master new challenges or saving our lives in a fight or […]
Why Travelling Away from Home for Rehab May be a Good Idea
At Acquiesce, we often talk about the advantages of our urban recovery model which integrates addiction recovery into an individual’s local community, however, there are also a number of benefits to travelling away from your local area to a rehab further away from home. In this guide, we’re going to be looking at why travelling […]
Drug Rehab Near Manchester
Acquiesce Rehabilitation Centre offers drug, alcohol and gambling rehabilitation services for those in the Manchester and Greater Manchester region, including Bolton, Burnley, Bury, Rochdale, Trafford, Wigan and Salford. Unfortunately, Manchester and the wider community of Greater Manchester has some of the most severe problems with drugs and alcohol has one of the highest rates of […]
Attending Rehab When You Have Children
When an individual 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 is especially true for children who may struggle to understand addiction and the difficulties that come with it. Sometimes, the fear of upsetting or losing a […]
Can You Become Addicted to CBD? | CBD Explained
Cannabidiol (CBD) is becoming more and more popular, with around 1.3 million Brits now using CBD regularly. But what exactly is CBD and is it safe to use? In this article, we will be explaining what CBD is and the addictive potential of it. What is Cannabidiol (CBD)? Cannabidiol, or CBD, is an ingredient found […]
Cocaine Relapse Prevention Tips
Throughout recovery, many individuals with a cocaine addiction find one of the biggest challenges is preventing a relapse. In this guide, we’ll be taking a look at what causes a relapse and some tips on how to prevent one in the future. What Causes a Cocaine Relapse? Relapsing is a normal and common part of […]
How Changing Your Diet Can Improve Your Mental Health
One of the biggest focuses of recovery at Acquiesce is on mental health as this has a significant impact on how we feel, the things we do and is the most common trigger for addictions and relapses. That’s why we dedicate lots of time on the programme to teaching skills and healthy coping mechanisms for […]
How Long Does Residential Rehab Last?
If you’re struggling with an addiction and considering entering residential rehabilitation to start your recovery journey, you may be wondering how long it takes to complete the treatment. In reality, there’s no definitive answer as every individual and their circumstances around addiction are unique and some may require treatment longer than others. On average, individuals […]