2nd January 2019 Self-referrals predicted to reach record levels amid fears that cuts to drug and alcohol services are compounding problem. Addiction treatment centres are bracing themselves for a leap…
Blogs
Cannabis Legislation Debate
Simon Stevens, Addictions UK’s Director of Casework was invited to debate the issues surrounding the legalisation of cannabis use on BBC Radio Newcastle today.
Addictions UK Director of Casework Gains Further Accreditation
25th February 2019 Simon Stephens, Addictions UK Director of Case Work has just been awarded “Senior Counsellor Accredited Status” by the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists. The importance of…
Helping employees with addictions
November 2018 Issues that relate to alcohol cost employers with 200 staff around £38,000 through absence and performance issues according to psychiatrist Dr Adam Winstock referring to figures from the…
Addictions UK visits the Hope Trust
Addictions UK are delighted to meet with our friends at the Hope Trust in Hyderabad and we will be convening a series of workshops between our respective staff groups. In…
Millions of Pounds slashed from Merseyside Drug and Alcohol Budget
Addictions UK are alarmed that almost £2 million will be axed from Merseyside’s addiction treatment services – despite Liverpool being named England’s drug abuse capital. Liverpool clinical commissioning group (CCG),…
AUK Director of Case Work gains further award
The importance of training and workplace development through further study is vital in the modern age. Not least for people in recovery from addiction. All the available research suggests that…
Why Does Recovery Take so Long?
Addictive behaviour is developed over years sometimes decades. Changing habits and ways of thinking doesn’t happen overnight. Addiction recovery is a long-term process but the benefits begin almost immediately. Please…
Who Helps the Families of Addicts?
Addiction is a family disease. An addict’s family faces more difficulties… and challenges… than most people can imagine. That’s why AddictionsUK provides counselling and coaching for the families of its…
Who Can Benefit from Treatment from Addictions UK?
Addictions UK offers treatment for a wide range of people, and can reach people that other methods of addiction treatment cannot. Hello, I’m Simon Stevens and Director of case work…
What is the Success Rate for Addictions UK?
Addictions UK is proud to have a higher success rate than many other addiction treatment programmes. Hello, I’m Simon Stevens and Director of case work for AddictionsUK. We’re often asked,…
What Kind of Addictions are Treated by Addictions UK?
Addictions UK offers treatment for a wide range of addictions, including drugs, alcohol, as well as less common addictions such as pornography. Hello, I’m Simon Stevens and Director of case…
What Does It Take For Addicts To Change?
Simon Stephens, Director of Case Work at AddictionsUK.com, speaks to Radio Newcastle about what it takes for an addict to choose to enter recovery. Transcript Presenter “BBC Newcastle radio for…
The Power of Denial
Denial is not just denying you have a problem. Denial is also believing you can find your own way to sobriety. It’s doing the same thing over and over and…
Simon Stephens from Addictions UK featured on Metro Radio
Snippet of Simon Stephens from Addictions UK on Metro Radio Caroline Densley. Transcript Presenter “…Just turned 8 o’clock on what could be the best weather day of the year….
Should Drug Addicts Be Provided With Legal "Shooting Rooms"?
Simon Stephens, Director of Case Work at AddictionsUK.com, contributes to the debate on whether there is merit in setting up legally-sanctioned “shooting rooms”.
Is Shopping Addiction Real?
Why shopping addiction can be a genuine pathological dependency and how to obtain treatment.
Residential Addiction Recovery
In some cases a period of residential treatment can speed the recovery process. AddictionsUK can help you locate a residential placement to suit your budget. Read more about our Recovery…
Pornography Addiction
A growing number of men and women are worried that their pornography habit has developed into an addiction. But shame and embarrassment prevents most from seeking help. The counsellors at…
Painkiller Addiction in the North-East
Simon Stephens, Director of Case Work at AddictionsUK, talks to Radio Newcastle on the subject of painkiller addiction. Transcript Presenter “Now the, the discussion about painkillers is because it’s claimed…
Is Drug Addiction a Medical Problem or a Criminal Problem?
Simon Stephens, Director of Case Work at AddictionsUK.com, talks to BBC Radio Newcastle They discuss the subject of whether drug addiction should be treated as a medical problem or a…
Is Computer Addiction Real?
Computer addiction symptoms are similar to other established behaviour addictions. If you’re concerned try going 48 hours without it. Then discuss your experience with an experienced addiction counsellor. Read more…
Is Addiction a Disease?
Is addiction a disease? Professional opinions vary, but most agree addiction is a physical and mental illness and NOT merely a lack of will power. Like any chronic illness, the…
I Can’t Do Rehab
If an addict has a family and other responsibilities to care for sometimes they’re not in a position to stay in a residential rehab facility. AddictionsUK provide a home-based treatment…
How do you know if you’re an addict?
Hello, my name is Simon Stephens and I’m Director of case work for AddictionsUK. How do you know if you’re an addict? Ask yourself these two questions; Am I powerless…
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…