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The Debate on Legalising Drugs
1st November 2022The issue of drug legalisation has been intensely debated for many years, and it remains a very complex subject. With strong arguments on both sides, it can be challenging to determine the best approach to drug laws and policies. However, rather than focusing solely on the binary debate of legalising vs maintaining strict prohibition, there
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How Do I Find An Addiction Recovery Sponsor?
26th October 2022It’s completely normal to feel scared about the prospect of private rehabilitation treatment coming to an end. After all, this is when most people experience obstacles and temptations. But there is plenty of help out there – one of these being local meetings in the community like Alcoholics Anonymous. A close-knit group of recovered and
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How Bad is Blackpool’s Drug Problem?
14th October 2022Dubbed the Drug Death Capital of England, it’s been revealed that Blackpool has some of the highest rates of deaths associated with drug misuse in England and Wales. All over the UK, drug deaths are rising but Lancashire appears to have a particularly tough challenge when it comes to cracking down on addiction and abuse.
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5 Ways Alcohol Destroys Relationships
22nd September 2022In the UK, we have a drinking culture that often portrays alcohol as a bit of harmless fun – even when used in excess. In most cases, drinking in moderation is relatively harmless, but alcohol misuse can have serious consequences. In England, alcohol is the leading cause of ill-health, disability, and death among people aged
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How Long Does Drug-induced Psychosis Last?
13th September 2022Substance misuse can lead to a long list of physical and mental health issues. Some are more associated with chronic or long-term use, while others can occur at any time. Overdose is a serious physical risk associated with many types of drug use. One of the most serious psychological or mental health risks is drug-induced
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Can Drugs Cause Depression?
31st August 2022The human mind is a very complicated thing, and it is very delicate. Any change in the brain’s chemistry can cause serious issues such as the development of depression. But most people begin to abuse drugs because they already have a pre-existing mental health problem. This is because getting a formal diagnosis for a mental
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Does Alcohol Reduce Life Expectancy?
31st August 2022In the UK, there is a big drinking culture that leads to many people drinking more than they should and more often than they should. Because this behaviour is normalised, it can make it difficult for you to be able to identify when you are engaging in excessive drinking. Women and men are advised to
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What is Mary Jane?
26th July 2022With many different names used to describe marijuana including weed, pot, ganja, sativa, bud, grass, or dope, Mary Jane is just another slang word for cannabis. Marijuana refers to the dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds of the Cannabis Sativa plant, which contains a psychoactive chemical which can alter your mind. Cannabis plant material can
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My Partner Has A Porn Addiction
11th July 2022Is your partner’s porn addiction making you upset and frustrated? Knowing that your partner is addicted to porn may make you feel ashamed, angry and worthless. You think they aren’t attracted to you, and you’re not enough. The good news is that porn addiction is treatable. With the right help, your partner can break free
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What is Conspiracy Theory Addiction?
7th July 2022Conspiracy theories are when people believe that an event or situation is a result of an action by a powerful and sinister group – despite other explanations being more likely. What’s more, from the first man landing on the moon to Princess Diana’s death, there’s a whole host of conspiracy theories floating around. Here, we
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