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Across the United Kingdom, addictions cripple and drastically alter the lives of individuals. Many believe that addictions are easy to overcome; however, this is not true. Addictions are chronic brain diseases that require professional treatment for physical and psychological side effects.Left untr...
Addiction during lockdown Lockdown has been a difficult time for everyone, and the ongoing uncertainty that COVID-19 has caused is responsible for increased stress levels for us all. The normal outlets for a relief from frustration, boredom and stress are either closed or not readily available. Spa...
Are you wondering how to choose a drug rehab facility? We realise you must have so many questions, after all, choosing a rehab centre is a very important decision. At Step One Recovery, we’re here to help ease your decision-making process by explaining what a great rehab centre should be able to o...
Alcoholism or any form of addiction/mental health illness will of course impact the individual living through the side effects. However, negative impacts can also be experienced by those around them, including loved ones, family and friends and even peers. Experiencing alcoholism can change a perso...
Most individuals out there who consume or who have consumed alcohol will know the unbearable feeling of the morning after the night before. From pounding headaches and uncontrollable nausea, to stomach cramps and low blood sugar levels, symptoms of a hangover do not feel worth a night of drinking. ...
Making the conscious effort to recover from a drug and alcohol addiction is praiseworthy. This is a difficult step to take. Yet, it is important for both loved ones and the addict to understand the road that lies ahead. Once the decision to rehabilitate is made, individuals will commonly believe tha...
Living with an alcoholic parent is a distressing experience; observing the side effects, the energised highs to the lowest of lows, and the ongoing withdrawal symptoms is tough. Behavioural illnesses and/or mental health issues are a worrying time for anyone, never mind witnessing a family member or...
For those who are newly sober, facing Christmas without alcohol can be a daunting proposition. At this time of year, alcoholic drinks accompany a wide range of events and activities, from the office party to the Christmas day meal. Therefore, staying sober during the festive season requires determin...
At Step 1 Recovery, it has become apparent that highly successful and motivated professionals aren’t vulnerable to developing dysfunctional patterns of behaviour in order to cope with the pressures of their roles. The modern workplace can make it difficult to avoid executive burnout. The rise ...
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 ou...
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...
