Importance of faith in recovery A “leap of faith” is an idiomatic expression that refers to a decision or action taken with little or no evidence or assurance of a…
Author: Addictions UK
“How Does Someone Else’s Alcohol or Drug Use Hurt Me?”
Our experience tells us that recovery starts with you! Nearly every family member or close friend of someone battling an addiction asks us this question. Substance use disorder (SUD), also…
Making Amends in Addiction Recovery?
Your questions answered about the reconciliation process One sign that you are addicted to drugs or alcohol is that you act in ways that go against your morals and standards….
Rebuilding Relationships in Recovery
Stopping drinking or using drugs isn’t going to fix everything Getting rid of addiction is a great accomplishment, but it doesn’t mean everything will fall into place immediately. The damages…
As the Climate Get Warmer, keep the alcohol away
Alcohol is not a thirst quencher! As our weather turns warmer, it would be wise to leave the alcohol on the liquor store shelves and drink lots of water. During…
Why is Home-Based Addiction Treatment So Effective?
Alcoholics is a progressive ‘disease’ and the individual faces increasing problems in all areas of his or her life – health, relationships, self-esteem, career, education and reputation. Inevitably, he or…
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…