You may have heard of rehabilitation centres referenced on television and in movies, but how much do you know about rehabilitation services and the types of treatment that they provide? In this article, we’re going to define precisely what a rehab centre is, outline the rehabilitation process, and share an example or two of the…
One of the biggest defining factors in the overall success of drug addiction treatment is the individual. In order to have the best chance at long term recovery from drug abuse, one needs to select the best treatment option for them. In order to do this they will need to have a thorough understanding of…
Drug addiction is one of the most dangerous forms of addiction there is and it affects countless lives across the UK. The most recent estimates (between 2016 and 2017) were some 313,971 people in the UK suffering from opiate addiction alone; but we believe that those numbers are likely considerably higher. Additionally, drug abuse affects…
In order to remain sober after rehab, one has to come to terms with the fact that long-term sobriety is a lifelong process. When in early recovery, it is important that you adjust your new lifestyle accordingly to help you stay sober from drug or alcohol use. Of course, this is a lot easier said…
GET HELP NOW! Watching someone you love succumb to addiction is one of the most heartbreaking things that you can experience. Drug and alcohol addiction can wreak havoc on a person’s life, leading to all manner of issues, including health deterioration, problems with maintaining relationships, and neglecting to take care of themselves. Often, loved ones…
To most people, their only experience with rehab is what they’ve seen in movies and the sad reality is that in cinema, private rehab facilities rarely seem to work. There’s something about Hollywood where they like to depict drug addicts as hopeless losers and the truth is, it’s not as hopeless as you might imagine…
When you use legal or illicit substances in ways you shouldn’t, you’re engaging in drug abuse. You might take more pills than prescribed or use someone else’s prescription. You may take drugs to make you feel better, relieve stress, or escape reality. However, you can generally modify your bad habits or quit using them entirely.…
What is Valium? Valium, which some know by its generic name as Diazepam, is a medication that is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures. It is also used to treat muscle spasms and as a sedative prior to medical operations. This medicine relieves anxiety by calming the brain and nerves. Diazepam is a…
Introduction to Opioid Addiction Opioid use disorder is a serious, chronic, and relapsing disease that impacts millions of individuals and families across the globe. Characterised by the compulsive use of opioid drugs despite harmful consequences, opioid addiction can quickly take over a person’s life. The risks are significant; severe withdrawal symptoms, opioid overdose, and even…
Heroin is a highly addictive narcotic that alters the brain’s chemical balance and results in a ‘high’ feeling. As with any drug addiction, once heroin is introduced into the bloodstream it will take over your life. It will make you feel like you need more and more of it just to feel normal or even…