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In the recent past, underage drinking has become rampant with the majority of the individuals aged 21 and below. This is so alarming, especially now that society risks losing the vibrant and young people to alcoholism. Compared to other substances, alcohol is the most commonly abused drug globally, ...
Alcohol is a globally consumed substance. Although in moderation alcohol is perceived innocently, many individuals are living with addictions and drinking problems; along with alcohol fuelled physical and mental health illnesses. When looking at this global epidemic, some countries that drink the mo...
Is addiction a mental health illness? There is no easy answer to this as the answer can vary depending on who you ask, and who you’re talking about. There’s a great deal of debate over whether alcohol or drug addiction is an illness. Many people argue no as there is a degree of choice in an add...
If you are a cocaine user or you know someone who is, you may be wondering about the short and long term effects of consuming the drug. It may come as no surprise to learn about the negative health implications of using cocaine. However, perhaps the mental health issues that can potentially arise o...
Addiction is something that affects lots of people during their lifetime. There are many different forms of addiction which all affect people in a variety of different ways. This, of course, means that we require a variety of treatment options to deal with them. If you are looking for a rehab progra...
One of the hardest parts about being an alcoholic is admitting that you need help. Unfortunately, the majority of people can’t do this on their own. In many cases, we find that a lot of people who to professional treatment or book into a rehab program, get that final push to start from a friend or...
Game of Thrones is the most successful TV series in history and since it first aired in 2011, the HBO series attracted a record viewership, received 47 Primetime Emmy Awards and garnered a large fan base around the world. It also made Kit Harington a household name. But fame has a price and after th...
Alcoholism is a terrible disease that has a devastating impact on the life of the person suffering from alcohol use disorder as well as their family members, friends and co-workers. But the good news for anyone suffering from alcohol addiction is that it can be treated and if you get the right help ...
Alcoholism is a condition that can have a terrible effect on your mental and physical health and it’s no surprise that it’s categorised as a disease. While you may be well aware of the dangers of alcohol, and even have a health problem caused by your drinking, you may well find it difficult to s...
Those who suffer from alcoholism will often need to stay sober for life. In most cases, it’s impossible for those with alcoholism to become a moderate drinker, and many studies back up this conclusion. However, it’s not always as easy as just putting down the bottle and stopping, and you may be ...
Being a celebrity while battling with constant media scrutiny must be difficult, but having to deal with this while struggling with personal issues such as an addiction or a mental health problem must be extremely hard. Many of the UK’s biggest stars have battled with addictions for which they...
We have really enjoyed writing this article, listening to all of these inspirational speeches and talks has been a pleasure. The majority of our team here at Step One Recovery have spent some of the most difficult times of their lives in 12-step meetings, often hosted by Alcoholics’ Anonymous (AA)...
Most people know that behaviour which results from drug use can be unpredictable and even dangerous, but not everyone will know the detrimental side-effects which can last for a lifetime. Many people may find it difficult to ask questions about the effects of drugs – they maybe addicted to the...
Anyone from any background can be affected by alcohol addiction and require rehab to get back on track. The way the condition affects a person can also vary depending on the individual – some people may drink heavy amounts all day long, while others may binge drink for a short time. Spotting signs...
It’s very hard to know what the right thing to do is when it comes to depression care. Having a loved one with depression is upsetting and often pretty exhausting because you simply don’t know what the right thing to do is. If you’ve never had depression, it can be hard to understand what it f...
