Ketamine is a drug with two sides. On one hand, it’s a breakthrough treatment for depression and chronic pain. It is also known as a ‘club drug’ due to its popularity in social settings like raves and parties. On the other, long-term use can lead to changes in the brain that aren’t always for the…
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Ever wonder if your drinking habits are behind that constant discomfort in your urinary tract? While most people associate alcohol with liver and heart problems, it can also have a serious impact on your bladder health, leading to bladder discomfort and other issues. For some, a night of drinking doesn’t just lead to a hangover;…
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Alcohol addiction detox is the first step on the journey to recovery from alcohol or substance addiction. It’s where the body gets rid of harmful toxins, setting the stage for healing and transformation. Choosing the right support at this stage is as crucial as the detox itself. The decision between NHS and private detox programs…
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Wet brain, or Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, is a serious brain disorder often resulting from chronic alcohol addiction and vitamin B1 (thiamine) deficiency. Here you’ll learn what is wet brain, symptoms and how to treat it. Quick Facts Wet brain syndrome, or Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, is from severe thiamine deficiency often from chronic alcohol abuse and can be irreversible if…
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Contact Us for Help If you or a loved one are in need of a detox from alcohol and alcohol rehab, understanding the cost of rehab is crucial as money is often an issue when it comes to funding quality alcohol treatment. Rehab Today by PCP offers high quality, yet cheap alcohol rehab and detox…
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Watching a friend or loved one struggle with drug addiction is a devastating experience. It can leave you feeling hopeless as someone you care about deeply loses touch with themselves and rapidly begins to decline. There is however, light at the end of the tunnel; it’s not as hopeless as you might think. In this…
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Addiction is a complex and intricate issue. Therefore, it is no surprise that the addiction recovery process is equally dynamic and involves a combination of detox services, rehabilitation, aftercare services, and, of course, addiction counselling. At PCP, we are dedicated to ensuring our readers have a holistic understanding of addiction counselling and are up to…
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When it comes to managing mental health, Zoloft has become a trusted name for treating conditions like depression and anxiety. Zoloft is used to treat various mental health disorders, including depression and anxiety. However, with its widespread use comes an important question: Is Zoloft addictive? Whether you’re considering this medication or supporting someone who uses…
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In 2024, nearly 40% of incarcerated offenders were involved in alcohol-related crimes. These significant statistics highlighted the urgent need to address alcoholism at all levels. And as the number was so huge, manually monitoring each offender was impossible for the authorities. Consequently, officials had to come up with an innovative device to monitor whether offenders…
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It’s difficult to pinpoint the exact origins of the term “liquid lunch,” but it has informally come to signify a light-hearted, social lunch consisting mainly of alcoholic drinks. Historically, the practice has been associated with certain high-pressure professions like finance, sales, and legal services, where the use of alcohol as a business or social networking…
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