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The journey from addiction to recovery is a very personal path, and for many this journey is intertwined with spiritual beliefs. All around the UK, there are faith-based rehabilitation programmes which offer a unique approach to addiction recovery and healing. While each rehab programme is different...
If you are dating someone who has previously been addicted to drugs or alcohol, there are times where you might face a few different challenges. Not to mention, the unique considerations that need to be taken into account when dating someone in recovery – all of which can seem very confusing a...
If you’re considering joining drug or alcohol rehab or know a loved one who requires rehab treatment, the best thing you can do is to find out as much information as possible before joining a rehab facility. Treatment at rehab is a huge commitment, both financially and personally. It requires your...
Suffering from a drug and alcohol addiction is often a lonely experience. At Step One Recovery, we understand the importance of involving family in recovery. Whilst family can’t stay with you at private drug and alcohol rehab, they can be involved in the recovery process via therapy sessions, thro...
Many people with drug (or alcohol) dependencies make the brave step of acknowledging they have a problem, but still don’t get the help they need. This is often because: they don’t know how to access a treatment programme, or they don’t know what drug rehab actually involves. Stepping away from...
The National Institute on Drug Abuse classifies addiction as “a chronic, relapsing disorder characterized by compulsive drug seeking, continued use despite harmful consequences, and long-lasting changes in the brain.” Drug addiction and other forms of addiction are harmful diseases that ...
Reaching a point of sobriety, post-drug or alcohol abuse can be achieved at a rapid pace. By completing a detox programme, all traces of drugs and alcohol can be removed, offering a clean slate. However, in order to remain sober, also known as addiction recovery, a life-long commitment must...
Addiction is a broad clinical diagnosis for habit-like behaviours and actions. Whilst most people will associate drugs or alcohol with addiction, there are various types of addiction diagnoses. From food and sex to gambling, prescription drugs and exercise, addictive stimuli are everywhere....
A lot of people have often heard of the 12 step recovery process when it comes to overcoming an addiction; however, not many people may actually know what the 12 steps are or how they help with alcohol addiction and/or drug addiction. Below you will hopefully find all of the information that you...
Drug and alcohol addiction is a terrible affliction that negatively impacts the lives of countless people across the United Kingdom. Luckily for people suffering from an addictive disorder, many rehab centres across the UK can provide medical assistance and addiction treatments to overcome an addic...
A drug and alcohol-fuelled life can be a difficult one to lead. Looking to withdraw, recover and move on from an addiction, alone, can however be even harder. To instead lead a drug and alcohol-free life, the milestones of addiction recovery will need to be achieved. The most effective and productiv...
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...
Recovering from an addiction is a significant milestone. If you’re working towards this milestone, you should be very proud of yourself. However, life after rehab is where the sustainability of such a goal is measured, where recovery either becomes for the short-term or long-term, all depending o...
Over the past year, a massive amount has changed in relation to how we live our daily lives, and how we engage with services such as healthcare programmes. As more and more elements of life become virtual, this has left a lot of people who may be suffering from drug addiction, alcohol addiction, or...
Have you been silently battling a drug or alcohol addiction? Have you recently realised that it might be time to seek help from a rehab centre? Are you unsure of what to do? We are here to help you. At Step 1 Recovery, we understand that when it comes to realising its time to go to rehab, you wil...
