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….
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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 behaviouraladdiction such as gambling. Here we…
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….
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…