Recovery from alcohol addiction is a multi-stage process. Each step comes with peculiar challenges and everyone experiences this journey uniquely. Alcohol detoxification is the first step in recovery and involves ridding your system of alcohol by abstaining from drinking. However, this phase is filled with several hurdles like alcohol withdrawal symptoms, the risk of relapse…
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Addiction recovery is a multi-sided process which involves more than just medications, therapy and rehabilitation. Addiction recovery exercise and physical fitness play an often overlooked and understated role in promoting recovery, curbing cravings, and reducing relapse rates. Specifically, exercise is crucial in the treatment of alcohol use disorder, serving as an adjunctive treatment that significantly…
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What happens when rehab isn’t a choice but a mandate? In this guide, we explore the ins and outs of court-ordered drug rehab, clarifying eligibility requirements, describing program options, and examining the repercussions of non-compliance. Consider this your roadmap to understanding an enforced path to recovery. Key Takeaways Court-ordered drug rehab in the UK is…
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According to Public Health England, a staggering 11.5 million adults received prescriptions for medications with potential for abuse from 2017 to 2018. This figure reflects a significant increase in the misuse of commonly abused prescription drugs, including prescription painkillers, benzodiazepines, stimulant medications, opiates, and opioids, highlighting a growing trend that poses serious threats to individual…
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Navigating the path to drug and alcohol rehab can be overwhelming. What treatments work? How do I choose a suitable facility? In this guide, we’ll clarify the complexities of rehab and present actionable insights, equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the rehabilitation landscape and assertively step forward on the path to recovery. Key Takeaways…
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Finding rehab for teens comes with a mix of urgency and hope for a bright, healthy future. Whether you’re a parent, guardian, or mentor, understanding how to choose an environment that caters specifically to a teen’s recovery needs is essential. This guide offers straightforward insights into selecting effective adolescent-specific treatments, understanding inpatient versus outpatient care,…
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Recovery from alcohol addiction is a lengthy process, and the alcohol detox timeline involves several phases that are unique to each individual. At PCP, we believe that alcohol detoxification is the first step towards recovery by ridding your body of alcohol through an alcohol detox. However, it is often a poorly understood part of the…
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Are you wondering, “Am I a functioning alcoholic?” Recognising this concern is a brave step toward a healthier life. Functioning alcoholism often masquerades as a manageable part of a successful lifestyle. Here, we confront the truth with you, outlining clear signs of functioning alcoholism and guiding you through understanding and addressing it. Discover support and…
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Alcoholism, in whatever form it presents, is a life-threatening condition. Many will argue that they are not alcoholics, as they do not conform to the stereotypical image of what an alcoholic is. Rehab Today by PCP has successfully treated thousands of alcoholics over the years at our alcohol rehab clinics in the UK. We find that our…
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