How Alcohol Affects the Brain
Approximately 3 million people die from alcohol-related causes, representing a staggering 1 in 20 deaths (WHO). Thousands more attend an…
Posted on Tuesday, August 4th, 2020 in Alcohol Addiction.
Is Alcohol a Depressant?
Alcohol is branded as a stimulant. It’s commonly used to mark an occasion, to lift the mood, to relax. However, the…
Posted on Tuesday, June 30th, 2020 in Alcohol Addiction, Latest News.
World Health Organisation Advises Against Alcohol Use During Covid-19 Crisis
According to recent research, alcohol consumption in the UK has surged during the Covid-19 crisis, with one study finding that…
Posted on Saturday, April 25th, 2020 in Alcohol Addiction, Events.
Benefits Of Having A ‘Sober Companion’
If you have recently completed treatment for addiction, the next step is return to everyday life to continue your life…
Posted on Thursday, March 19th, 2020 in Alcohol Addiction, Behavioural, Guides, Inspiration.
Cannabis Use In Teens Impairs Brain Function Far More Than Alcohol
According to a recent study of almost 4,000 teenagers, the long-term effects of cannabis on brain function depends on how…
Posted on Friday, March 13th, 2020 in Alcohol Addiction, Drugs.
Addiction In The Elderly
According to recent NHS figures, the number of hospital admissions for pensioners with drug-related conditions has increased six fold over…
Posted on Friday, February 21st, 2020 in Alcohol Addiction, Drugs, Prescription Drugs.
Brexit and Addiction Treatment: Will It Have An Effect?
The subject of Brexit has been quite a talking point over the past few years since Britain decided to vote…
Posted on Wednesday, January 29th, 2020 in Alcohol Addiction.
Dry January May Reveal Hidden Alcohol Addiction
An initiative founded by the UK charity Alcohol Concern, Dry January offers British people the opportunity to give up alcohol…
Posted on Thursday, January 9th, 2020 in Alcohol Addiction.
Living With An Alcoholic Parent
An alcoholic parent doesn’t just affect their children and partner, they can actually affect the entire family dynamic and cause…
Posted on Friday, December 27th, 2019 in Alcohol Addiction, Relationships.
Relapse Isn’t The End Of Your Journey To Sobriety
Whilst many people think that relapse is a sign of having ‘failed’ at recovery, it is actually a very common…
Posted on Thursday, December 19th, 2019 in Alcohol Addiction, Behavioural, Drugs.
