On the 12th May Simon Steven Stephens did an interview with BBC Radio Tees about lockdown and if it did increase unhealthy drinking habits in people. Below is the interviews…
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Dry Drunk Syndrome
Intoxication without alcohol may be a warning sign of relapse ‘Dry Drunk’ is a term that describes the state of an alcoholic who is uncomfortable when he is not drinking….
Enabling the Alcoholic to Stay in Denial
How others strengthen denial and delay recovery It is observed that denial is a part of addiction, be it alcoholism, drug abuse, or a behavioural addiction such as gambling. Here…
Denial – It’s Not a River in Egypt
It has been established that denial is part of the disease of addiction – be it to alcohol or any other drug or even behavioural addictions such as gambling. What…
Statins and Alcohol: a deadly mix?
NHS has issued a serious warning about drinking alcohol and taking statins Heart disease in the UK Heart and circulatory disease are much more prevalent than you might think. It…
Is Anger Stopping You from Getting Sober?
Tips for managing your anger and enjoying your recovery Understanding anger Anger is a natural, healthy emotion. It’s neither good nor bad. It is our way of expressing that we’re…
Fear is the key
Fear is a universal human emotion. When we feel threatened, we get into a ‘fight or flight’ mode. Fear is incredibly high in the lives of active alcoholics and addicts….
Alcohol – How much is too much?
Drinking any amount of alcohol causes brain damage: Study According to a new study, there is no such thing as a “safe” level of drinking. Scientists say that increased alcohol…
6 Ways to Love Yourself in Recovery
During active addiction, we land up in so many embarrassing situations. Such incidents generate toxic feelings of shame and guilt, which we keep bottled up. Moreover, when we use substances…
How to Build Healthy Habits
The process of recovery from addiction has taught us all about the phases of change and discarding old, destructive habits. But what’s involved in developing new, healthy ones? What you…
Why Is Alcohol So Addictive?
Addictions can take several forms. An addiction is defined by continuing to do something repeatedly despite adverse consequences. For instance, continuing to drink in the face of losing a job,…
Healing Shame in Addiction Recovery
Shame is a part of addiction. Addicts and alcoholics accumulate deep feelings of shame and guilt. Shame is a sense of humiliation, inadequacy, unworthiness, regret, or disconnection, which most alcoholics…
Getting Rid of Addiction – it helps to get help
Addiction is the utmost level of obsession, all-encompassing and all-pervasive. The alcoholic cannot function without the booze, nor can he or she perform with it. Everyone gets obsessed in some…
22 Ways a Therapist Can Help You Overcome Addiction
Searching for ways a drug or alcohol therapist can help you or a loved one overcome an addiction? The ways a professional can help people overcome a drug or alcohol addiction are limitless…
What You Should Know About Internet Addiction
Smartphones and computers have become an intrinsic part of our lives. They are a universal means of communication, entertainment and work. However, some people allow these gadgets to overwhelm their…
Why this Festive Season May Be the Best Time to Get Sober
The festive season is very different this year, with lockdowns and social distancing limiting our interactions with family and friends. Addictions UK has a proposition for you: maybe now is…
Abstinence Versus Harm Minimisation
When entering support for addiction/alcoholism the individual enters a period of confusion. The main source of confusion stems from the Individuals own brain, which is sending conflicting messages. Substances are…
Understanding Serenity
We will comprehend the word serenity, and we will know peace Promises of Alcoholics Anonymous Life is to be enjoyed to the fullest. But of course, it has ups and…
10 Tips for Staying Sober During the Holiday Season
The festive season is approaching, and it is going to be a time of fun with family and friends! There will be plenty of holiday cheer during Christmas Day, Boxing…
What is ‘Surrender’ in Addiction Recovery?
Surrendering is essentially letting go – a vital part of the process of addiction recovery. Letting go of resistance and submitting to an entity and their authority or ideas. Letting…
Prescription Drugs Addiction is Rising in the UK
Over the Counter (OTC) drugs – facts, signs, effects There are indications that addiction to prescription drugs, available over-the-counter(OTC), is increasing in the UK. Private clinics have reported a surge…
Is Stigma Preventing you from Addiction Recovery?
The Health Risks of COVID-19 and Detox Services We are currently living in unusual circumstances. The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting us while we learn to adapt to a new way…
DSM-5 and Addiction Treatment
If you’re working in the area of mental health, including addiction treatment – or if you’re in recovery from addiction yourself – you’ve most heard of the DSM-V (also referred…
Record Number of Rehabs are Closing in the UK
However, addiction treatment is available at home Rehab centres are a vital part of our social service. Addiction treatment is critical for those afflicted by addiction, as their illness has…
Keep it Simple
I have often wondered if addicts are complicated people, or people who like to make things complicated? I know that when I ask myself this question, I find that it…
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…