The 12 Steps has been around since the mid-1930s and is well known for its transformative powers; turning previously hopeless alcoholics and addicts into clean and sober upstanding members of the community. However, by a small minority, it has been labelled a cult. This label can dissuade desperate addicts and alcoholics from even trying the…
If you are struggling with an addiction or substance abuse problem and want help, then you may be looking at all your treatment options to see what is likely to work best. Making the decision to go to a drug or alcohol rehab is not always an easy one. For some, the costs involved are…
Scotland became the first country in the world to introduce a minimum pricing on alcohol today. The move sees the introduction of a minimum charge of 50p per unit of alcohol on the retail sale value of alcoholic drinks. Nearly twice the amount of people die from alcohol-related illnesses in Scotland than in the rest…
Ant McPartlin To Return to Rehab, After Car Crash Arrest Linked to Alcohol Ant McPartlin OBE, 42, a successful TV presenter, actor and producer has hit the headlines again and this time not in a good way.
7 Top Tips To Prevent Relapse Okay, so you’ve managed to stop the alcohol, drugs or the activity you became destructively addicted to. Now for the really hard part, maintaining your recovery and preventing relapse. The responsibility of maintaining your recovery is yours and yours alone, although asking for help and guidance is always recommended.
Are there needle marks or unexplained bruises? Noticeable weight loss or mood changes? These could be silent screams of heroin addiction. This article cuts through the noise to pinpoint the tell-tale heroin addiction signs and symptoms you need to know. It’s crafted to guide you through the physical, psychological, and behavioral red flags that should…