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Opioid Painkiller Addiction is becoming a serious issue in the UK

Opioid painkiller addiction has been recognised as a public health crisis in the US and Canada and officials have dubbed it an “opioid epidemic”. But sadly, this problem is not confined to the North American continent, opioid painkiller addiction is becoming a serious issue right here on our doorstep as more and more people in

Alcohol Poisoning – Signs and Symptoms

Drinking in moderation usually is not a cause for concern. However, excessive drinking and alcohol abuse can be extremely dangerous and result in what is known as alcohol poisoning. Alcohol poisoning can be incredibly serious and detrimental to a person’s health, which is why it’s so important to understand what to look out for. In

Latest report by PHE shows Opiate and Crack Cocaine use is on the rise

The rise of opiate and crack cocaine use When looking at previous data provided by Public Health England, both opiate drug use and crack cocaine consumption have risen by 4.4% between 2014-15 and 2016-17. This has been presented as a national warning, effecting many areas of the United Kingdom. From the above statistics, with more

Sufferers of Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms Given New Hope With Experimental Drug

New research has revealed that a new drug in its experimental stages has successfully reversed opioid withdrawal symptoms in rats in only three days. This drug shows promise in helping to treat people suffering from opioid withdrawal symptoms when being treated for opioid addiction. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has revealed figures suggesting

Can You Avoid Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms?

Alcohol withdrawal symptoms are experienced in people who suffer from alcohol dependence and addiction. Before you decide to detox, it is important to seek medical advice and preferably seek treatment in a residential centre. If you are a heavy drinker, you may need to detox under medical supervision to ensure the process is as safe as

How to Tell Loved Ones You’re Struggling With Alcoholism

Acknowledging that an addiction is present can be very distressing, never mind opening up and telling loved ones you’re struggling with alcoholism. Embarrassment and weakness are some of the common feelings of those hiding away from a drinking problem. However, accepting that you may have an alcohol use disorder is one of the strongest steps

Legal Highs In The UK: Dangers Of Legal High Abuse

Although categorised as legal highs, there are many misconceptions linked to herbal and hallucinogenic substances. To many individuals, the legal branding causes individuals to believe that connected dangers are limited, especially when comparing to illegal drugs such as cannabis, cocaine and magic mushrooms. Legal High Addiction Prior to May 2016, legal highs were sold under

How Cocaine Abuse Can Affect Your Mental Health

How to Prevent Prescription Drug Addiction

Unfortunately, the increasing dependency on prescription medications to help alleviate medical conditions has inadvertently created a new challenge – prescription drug addiction. It’s impacted countless individuals, often beginning with a legitimate need for pain or symptom relief, only to escalate into a life-changing dependency. In this article, we touch on how individuals may develop an

What is High Functioning Alcoholism?

We often think we can spot someone struggling with alcohol abuse and alcoholism. They might miss work, forget important dates, or have trouble in their relationships. But there’s a side to alcoholism that’s harder to see. Some people seem to have it all together. They’re great at their jobs, always there for friends, have a