The mind-body connection The link between mental and physical health is well known and well documented. Our ancestors were aware of this. As the old saying goes, “You can die…
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Miracles
There are no coincidences in addiction recovery Addicts, sometimes during recovery, mention “incredible coincidences” behind finding the recovery program or facility that worked magical abstinence and subsequent fruitful way of…
The Abnormal Metabolism
The factor that makes some people vulnerable to alcoholism Acetaldehyde, the intermediate byproduct of alcohol metabolism, appears to be one of the major villains in the onset of alcoholic drinking….
It’s Your Life, Your Recovery, Your Goals
How to set your own goals in sobriety One of the most exciting prospects you’ll discover in sobriety is the magic in setting goals. Of course, you would have several…
What are some Common Myths about Addiction?
Just as alcoholism and drug addiction are commonplace, there are numerous myths and misunderstandings about addicts, addiction, and withdrawal. Let’s look at some of the false ideas about addicts and…
13 Habits of Humble People
Humility is the key to sobriety and success Alcoholics and addicts become highly self-centred and selfish. Their behaviour appears grandiose and arrogant. Therapists point out that this arrogance arises from…
How alcoholics manage to survive without sufficient food
We have seen alcoholics in the late, deteriorative stages of their addiction, eating less or nearly no food. So how do they survive without food? Because alcohol contains calories, it…
What causes alcohol-related brain damage?
Dementia, other brain disorders and Alcohol There is adequate evidence to point out that excessive alcohol intake over a prolonged period causes several problems. These include a range of physical,…
Addiction and Your Children
A comprehensive guide for parents Some research indicates that one of the causative factors of chemical dependency is a ‘strained relationship’ in the family – especially between parents and children….
Did Lockdown Increase Alcoholism BBC Radio Tees interview
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…