Simon Stephens from Addictions UK speaks on the subject of addiction and shoplifting, on BBC Three Counties. Transcript Presenter “Three Counties Radio six minutes past five o’clock. The celebrity chef…
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Are Addicts Powerless?
The “first step” is admitting powerlessness over our addiction. But there are some things over which an addict isn’t powerless. You can CHOOSE to start down the road to recovery. …
Anger and Addiction
Are you frustrated by another lapse? Are you irritable due to withdrawal? Both can lead to bouts of anger and hurting those you love. Are you ready for a change?…
An Addicts Worst Fear
Some addicts fail to seek help out of fear of exposure. Thats why confidentiality is the founding principal of Addictions UK. Read more about our qualified counselling and coaching services.
Am I an Addict?
Question 1 Do you believe that you have an addiction? Question 2 Has your life become unmanageable? If you answered “yes” to both questions, then let us help you by…
Alcohol Causes Brain Damage
Simon Stephens, Director of Case Work at AddictionsUK.com, speaks to Radio Tees about how alcohol can damage the brain. Transcript Presenter “Let’s talk to Simon Stevens, Director of Case Work…
Addicts Want to Want to Change
Addicts want to want to change. In other words, they face an internal battle between the powerful addictive cravings and their inner desire to be well. You don’t need…
Addictions UK – Home Based Detox Service
Addictions UK offers a home based detox service. This video will explain what you can expect. Hello, my name is Simon Stephens, I am Director of case work for AddictionsUK….
Addictions UK – Home Based Addiction Treatment
Simon Stephens from Addictions UK explains who Addictions UK are and what they do. Hello, my name is Simon Stephens, I’m Director of case work at AddictionsUK. AddictionsUK is a…
Addiction in the Workplace
Drug and alcohol dependency is a health problem. If you suspect an employee has a problem rather than dismissing a valuable worker – help them obtain the proper treatment. AddictionsUK…
Addiction Treatment Anyone, Anywhere
Are you housebound? Are you working abroad? Are you a single parent? Do you recognise as an ethnic minority? AddictionsUK offer a confidential addiction treatment service. Whoever you are, wherever…
Addiction and the Serenity Prayer
“Grant me the serenity, to accept the things I cannot change. Courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.” Think… You cannot undo the steps…
Addiction Helpline from Addictions UK
Craving can strike an addict at any time of the day or night. Sometimes all it takes to avoid disaster, is a phone call to someone who cares. AddictionsUK provides…
Addiction Among the Older Generation
Radio Interview with Simon Stephens from Addictions UK on BBC Newcastle.
Addiction – Will I Ever Laugh Again?
Addiction is the ultimate deceiver. It tells you that you’re trapped. It tells you that your life is over. It tells you that you’ll never find joy or peace or…
Addiction – Who Will Help Me?
The best person to help an addict… is a former addict who found the way out. Addictions UK counsellors are recovering addicts.
Addiction – What Will I Do After I Quit?
To find recovery from addiction… is to find freedom. Once you quit, you’ll find the desire… and the motivation… and the belief to accomplish more than you ever dreamed possible….
Addiction – The Danger of Relapse
The goal of addiction treatment is not to administer a cure, but to enable the addict to stay clean, by managing their symptoms. Although relapse is a possibility, the risk…
Addiction – How Long Does Recovery Take?
To minimise the risk of relapse, your recovery must be an ongoing process. If you can spare approximately one hour per day we’ll show you how. Read more about our…
Addiction – Does it Have to be This Way?
Will it always be like this? Will I forever be a prisoner? Does it have to be this way? The world is full of recovered addictions, who have proved the…
Addiction – Can I Recover?
Question 1… Can you admit that you need help? Question 2… Are you ready to do whatever it takes? If you answered “yes” to both questions, you’ve taken the first…
Addiction – Am I Different?
No matter how different you feel… No matter how ashamed you may be… Your experiences are familiar to… all recovering addicts. You’re NOT alone. To talk to someone who understands,…
faqs Your Questions
Your Questions These answers do not cover everything. Because we always adapt what we do to suit the needs of each client, there are many options which we don’t have…
Take the Road to Recovery Right Now
Please talk to us about the kind of treatment programme you need. Are you drinking too much? The easy 4-question “CAGE Test” may help you decide if you need help…
Detox at Home for Drugs and Alcohol
Detox can be arranged as part of your Home-based Recovery Process. We offer a choice of detox, including residential options, which is affordable, effective and confidential. Home-based detox services managed…
Home Detox Programme
Many people would prefer to be treated at home for any illness and we know that this is particularly true of people…