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Achieving sobriety is a huge accomplishment, but it is the beginning of the addiction recovery journey. In most cases, people have to continue to work to stay the course and achieve long-term recovery, as there are many obstacles along the journey. The major obstacle for people in recovery is anxiet...
If you’ve recently stopped drinking and noticed a bit of an uptick in your sweet tooth cravings, you’re not alone. Craving sugar after quitting alcohol is a common experience for many people in recovery, often catching them off guard. But why does it happen and (more importantly) what can you do...
The holiday season can be a time of great celebration and happiness for many. However, it can also be a difficult time if certain Christmas triggers stir up stress, anxiety, and even sadness which can lead to poor mental health or addiction relapse. Whether it’s family conflicts, financial pr...
Addiction is a complex and serious health condition and recovery isn’t a straightforward journey. It requires ongoing support, dedication and self-awareness and is often a lifelong process. While individuals are in recovery, it’s important to be aware of the signs and symptoms that may indicate...
Dry January is a health trend that more and more people all over the world are embracing every single year. Dry January is very positive as many studies have shown that abstinence from alcohol, even in the short term, is great for improving health. Dry January is also a great opportunity for you to ...
The initial recovery process focuses on withdrawing from and overcoming the effects of drugs and alcohol. Long-term recovery then concentrates on normalising sobriety and the lifestyle that it demands. Life after rehab will be very different, commanding change in order to protect progress, wellbeing...
Detoxing is part and parcel of overcoming any degree of alcohol abuse or dependence. It’s essential to deter physical cravings and ongoing fixations to the positive reinforcers of alcohol. However, to truly recover and reduce all risks of relapse, efforts must continue once an alcohol detox finish...
When an individual is overcoming a serious addiction to drugs and/or alcohol, one aspect of their recovery that should never be taken lightly is the process of withdrawal. Withdrawal, be it substance abuse withdrawal or alcohol withdrawal, can lead to individuals presenting with very severe and wor...
People drink alcohol for a wide variety of reasons, and it is something that is somewhat widely seen as an acceptable social pastime; however, when alcohol consumption becomes an addiction, a person can face many dangers. Alcohol addiction can affect anyone and everyone, and it is never to be taken ...
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)...
Introducing Condotti Villa, a world-leading luxury addiction recovery centre designed to help our clients re-adjust to life outside of treatment. The impressive former family home has been redeveloped but retainers its cosy, comfortable feel across five bedrooms, huge outdoor relaxation area, kitche...
When an individual is dealing with a drug addiction a rehabilitation programme is of paramount importance however, an aftercare programme is of equal importance. Getting the help you need at a rehabilitation centre will help you to detox and begin to heal, but what happens upon leaving the rehabilit...
Living in a warm climate has many health benefits, both physically and mentally. When the sun is out and shining it will give you the energy and motivation to get up and do something physical, whether that is going for a walk or a swim. These are activities that are not only great for you physically...
All addictions are different and every addict deals with their addiction in their own way, fortunately most addictions can get be dealt with and the individual can get clean and lead a healthy life completely sober and free of prescription medication. Successful treatment depends on the person, but ...
The use of marijuana targets similar pleasure points of the brain that are targeted by alcohol, cocaine and heroin. The effects are instantaneous and produce an almost euphoric sensation or what is also known as a “high”, this is due to the release of dopamine in the brain. Of course the more yo...
