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Heroin is a fast acting drug that induces a euphoric state of mind, it temporarily relaxes the body and brain and almost entirely blocks the body’s ability to perceive pain. If you think a loved one, a friend, or a co-worker may be using heroin, there are a few tell-tale signs you can look out for...
A dependency to prescription drugs is more often than not recognized at a very late stage in terms of addiction and dependency. Prescription medication is a drug prescribed by a medical professional, a doctor, therapist, etc… They generally work by promoting or suppressing chemical reactions in th...
Coming to the realization that you have an addiction is an extremely difficult thing to come to terms with, if you feel as though you have hit rock bottom, do not panic, we can help you pick yourself back up, dust yourself off, and become a healthier and happier version of yourself. It takes courage...
Painkillers are routinely prescribed all over the world for pain management but not all of them are addictive. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are often prescribed for the treatment of mild to moderate pain; however, when the pain becomes more acute, your doctor may prescribe an opiat...
At Step One Recovery, we’re highly experienced in helping clients overcome drug addiction. Our recovery centre is based in Spain on Alicante’s beautiful Costa Blanca coastline (not far from Costa Brava and Costa del Sol). This stunning Mediterranean retreat is home to our expert team of doctors,...
Many of us in today’s society use and abuse alcohol without fully understanding what we are doing, a dependency to alcohol can happen almost without the individual knowing and it can get out of hand at a very fast pace. The fact of the matter is that drinkers want to stop however the withdrawal sy...
A luxury rehab centre is not unlike a 5-star resort or luxurious hotel. You will find all of the usual facilities you would expect such as; multiple swimming pools, state of the art indoor gym, subtropical gardens, private luxurious suites, home cinema, and more. These things are what is expected of...
Overindulging in cocaine will begin a sort of chemical chain reaction in your brain where you no longer feel rewarded or good about the things you do, there will be a block on most natural positive reinforcers. Almost simultaneously, the parts of your brain that control stress will become increasing...
Our beautiful recovery centre is based in Javea on the Costa Blanca in eastern Spain. This idyllic Alicante retreat (not far from Costa Brava and Costa del Sol) is a wonderful place to begin your recovery journey. There are no rules or regulations on how long you stay with us – we’re solely comm...
Recovery in rehab is all about moving on beyond your addiction to a life where you can cope without alcohol. This can take time as you will be trying to resolve the underlying issues to why you drink in the addictive way that you do. At the same time, you’ll also be focusing on new ways to live yo...
There are many dangers of alcohol that can happen when people drink too much. These dangers can and do affect all aspects of people’s lives including; Their health and safety Their ability to work Their job performance Their social and family life Just to name a few dangers of alcohol Alcohol ad...
If you (or a loved one) are thinking about going into rehab, you may have some concerns over how long the rehab process will take. It’s certainly a difficult question to answer as it varies a great deal from one person to the next and also depends on the nature of their addiction. If you’re wond...
Considering going into rehab can be a critical turning point if you’re living with gambling addiction. At Step One Recovery, we believe in approaching gambling addiction in a holistic way with empathy and respect. Our one-to-one treatment programmes can support you in tackling the reasons why you ...
When you notice that a friend or loved one is abusing alcohol or drugs you will no doubt feel a cocktail of emotions, everything from concern to fear. One thing you need to remember is that addiction is a leading cause of death throughout the entire world and if you are seeing it happen to someone r...
Gambling addiction affects people from all walks of life. It’s a relatively common phenomenon for professional executives based in London and other major cities. The pressures of work coupled with easy access to luxury casinos make for a dangerous combination. And of course, online adds to the ris...
