Both heroin and methadone are opioids that act on the same receptors in the brain, but they work differently and last longer in the body. When someone who is dependent on either of these substances stops or reduces their use, opioid withdrawal occurs. Understanding the clinical differences between heroin withdrawal and methadone withdrawal is important…
Relapse dreams are vivid dreams where someone in recovery dreams about drinking alcohol or using drugs again. These dreams can feel very real and often leave people feeling shaken, guilty, or confused upon waking. Relapse dreams are common in addiction recovery and usually reflect the brain’s healing process, not a sign you’ll relapse or secretly…
If you’re thinking about stopping drinking, it’s important to know that alcohol withdrawal can be dangerous without medical support. Most people are safer detoxing under the care of a GP or specialist alcohol service, where symptoms can be monitored and treated quickly if they worsen. This article examines the medical realities of alcohol detox at…
Ketamine use carries several health risks, including dissociation, which can cause a sense of detachment from the external world, impaired coordination, bladder damage, and cognitive impairment. While ketamine is considered safe when used in medical settings, recreational or uncontrolled use can result in severe and sometimes irreversible health complications, including the risk of irreversible psychological…
Benzodiazepine withdrawal duration varies significantly between individuals, with withdrawal symptoms typically lasting from days to months depending on multiple factors including the specific medication, dosage, duration of use, and individual physiology. Understanding how long benzodiazepine withdrawal lasts requires examining different phases: acute withdrawal, protracted withdrawal, and post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS). This comprehensive guide examines the…
Cannabis does not affect everyone in the same way. Some people feel relaxed and calm. Others experience strong anxiety, panic or a sense that something is seriously wrong, particularly with higher doses or potent products. Cannabis use can lead to adverse health effects, including mental health issues such as anxiety, especially with regular or high-potency…
Ketamine use has been on the rise during the past few years in the UK. Ketamine is a dissociative anaesthetic with hallucinogenic effects, producing a dream-like state and altered perceptions, making it popular for recreational use but also increasing the risk of ketamine abuse. According to recent surveys, there was an increase in the proportion…
Ketamine use has been on the rise in the UK. Despite its wide prevalence, many are actively seeking professional treatment to overcome ketamine dependency. According to reports shared by the NHS, people seeking treatment for ketamine addiction have doubled during the past few years. This trend is part of a broader increase in illicit drug…
Cannabis has been one of the most widely used drugs in the UK. While 6.8% of the population still abuses the drug, many also have been actively seeking ways to get rid of cannabis addiction. In the UK specifically, you come across two channels when recovering from any kind of substance use disorder or other…
Cannabis withdrawal is a medically recognised condition that affects nearly half of regular cannabis users when they stop or significantly reduce their marijuana use. Far from being a minor inconvenience, cannabis withdrawal syndrome involves real physical and psychological symptoms that can significantly impact daily life and recovery efforts. Understanding cannabis withdrawal symptoms and their timeline…