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Understanding the Effects of Parental Substance Abuse
1st November 2024Drug and alcohol addiction does not only affect the person suffering from it. The effect of substance abuse ripples out to affect friends, family and co-workers. Some of the people who suffer the most are children of addicted parents. According to the NSPCC, the leading children’s charity, last year, more than 70,000 children in England
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What We Know about BPD and Addiction
25th October 2024Substance misuse is known to have complex relationships with a range of mental health conditions, illnesses and disorders. And although it might be slightly less well-known, there is a link between borderline personality disorder (BPD) and addiction. When it comes to BPD and addiction, the interplay between these conditions can be every bit as complex,
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Abstinence vs. Moderation in Addiction Recovery
14th October 2024Addiction, as defined by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, is a “chronic, relapsing disorder characterised by compulsive drug seeking and use despite adverse consequences.” It further explains that addiction leads to functional changes in the brain circuits related to reward, stress, and self-control, which may persist even long after the person has stopped using
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Addiction Recovery Group Activities
23rd September 2024During your time at a rehab facility, you’ll likely take part in group therapy as a key part of your addiction recovery treatment plan. Group therapy provides a safe space for individuals with similar struggles to share their experiences, offer support, and work together toward healing. These sessions are an integral part of the journey,
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Are Vapes Being Banned in the UK?
13th September 2024E-cigarettes, commonly known as vapes, are very popular in the UK. A recent survey from campaign group ASH found that in 2024, an all-time high of 11% of British adults reported using e-cigarettes. It also found high levels of underage vaping, with 7.6% of 11-17-year-olds regularly using vapes. Nearly a fifth (18.4%) of this age
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What Does it Mean to be Sober Curious?
23rd August 2024Despite the persistent problem of alcohol addiction in the country, more and more people are becoming more conscious of their relationship with drinking. The younger generation in particular are drinking less alcohol. In the latest NHS health survey, it was found that people aged between 16 and 24 were least likely to drink once a
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Why Do I Keep Relapsing? 5 Common Reasons
9th August 2024Relapse is a very challenging and real part of addiction recovery that can be hugely disheartening. However, it’s important to know that recovery is a lifelong journey which is often marked by progress and setbacks. It’s how you deal with these situations that really matter. So, in this blog, we look at why relapse occurs
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How to Commit to Sobriety
26th July 2024If you are suffering from alcohol addiction or substance misuse issues, it can be very difficult to overcome. Sobering up in the first place can be a major challenge, but recovery is not a single step – it is an ongoing process. Committing to sobriety means making a serious and continuing effort to stay away
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Life After Addiction: How to Cope With Survivor’s Guilt
19th July 2024Recovering from addiction is a very personal journey, but something many share is a sense of achievement and renewal. On the other side of the coin, for many individuals who have walked this path, the joy of recovery can be accompanied by an unexpected emotional burden – survivor’s guilt. And this feeling (which is commonly
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What Does Ketamine Do to Your Bladder?
28th June 2024Ketamine, in the context of recreational drug abuse, can have severe effects on our bodies – with one of the major organs impacted being the bladder. But what does ketamine do to your bladder? And why is it so serious? Find out the answer to this question and more below. What Is Ketamine? Ketamine is
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