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How To Spend Less Time On Your Phone
28th July 2026Despite it not being an official condition, it’s common to worry about phone addiction. A recent survey found that 70% of people think they spend too much time on their phones. It is an issue, so it’s important to know how to stop using your phone so much, what a healthy relationship with your phone
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What is Alcohol Poisoning?
27th July 2026Alcohol poisoning occurs when alcohol levels become dangerously high and begin shutting down vital body functions. It is what happens when you drink alcohol more quickly than your system can process it. Alcohol poisoning is a medical emergency that requires immediate medical attention. It is also known as an alcohol overdose and is more serious
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Is Lorazepam a Controlled Drug in the UK?
30th June 2026Yes, lorazepam is a controlled drug in the UK. Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine that is sometimes used to treat anxiety and related sleep problems, as well as being used as a pre-med before operations and other medical procedures. Restrictions exist because benzodiazepines, including lorazepam, can be misused and can also cause dependence and addiction.
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What Is Monkey Dust?
23rd June 2026Monkey dust is a synthetic drug that has received significant media attention in the UK in recent years. Headlines such as “The drug that makes people jump off buildings” and “Monkey dust like ‘dancing with the devil’” have often created confusion about what the drug actually is and how it affects users. While some outlets
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Can the Brain Recover from Alcohol Addiction? New Research Offers Hope
16th June 2026Alcohol can have severe impacts on your life, but it puts your body at serious risk of permanent harm. Perhaps most profoundly, alcohol can affect your brain, causing damage from everyday brain functioning and resulting in issues with your memory, decision-making and ability to control your mood. Long-term brain recovery after alcohol addiction has been
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Can You Get Addicted to Over-the-Counter Painkillers?
12th June 2026People in Britain are huge users of over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers. Last year, we approximately spent £865m on them, the highest amount on record. We use them because they work and, for most people, they are considered safe medicines that can be purchased without a prescription. Whilst most OTC painkillers are used responsibly by those who
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What Does Ketamine Do to Your Brain and Body Long-Term?
12th May 2026Ketamine is sometimes used in controlled medical settings, but long-term or repeated use outside of supervision can have significant effects on the brain and body. As ketamine misuse has grown, so has an awareness of the potential ketamine misuse risks on both brain and body. This article will take a look at some of the
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Why Do I Feel Anxious After Drinking?
17th April 2026Experiencing anxiety after drinking alcohol is common. According to one study, around 22% of casual drinkers experience this feeling, and for many people, it can be unsettling and stressful to deal with. It’s such a universal experience that it even has a name: hangxiety. If you suffer from hangxiety, you’re not alone. The best way
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The Link Between Autism and Addiction
12th March 2026Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that exists on a spectrum, affecting communication, behaviour, and sensory processing. In the UK, it is estimated that at least 1.1% of the adult population is autistic, with that number rising to 2% for children. Autism is not a diagnosis that automatically leads to addiction. Research does
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How Do Alcohol Tags Work?
12th February 2026You might have heard of alcohol tags. They’re also known as sobriety tags. These devices are designed to monitor alcohol consumption and may be required in certain circumstances to help ensure court-ordered sobriety. The thought of being ordered to wear an alcohol ankle tag may feel intimidating or confusing, but in this article, we’ll tell
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