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Jan 17

How to tell if you’re developing a drinking problem

Alcohol addiction is a very serious problem that affects thousands of people all over the UK. Unfortunately, if you have to genuinely ask yourself whether or not you have a drinking problem or not, there’s a good chance you do. Also, if the people in your life have expressed concern... read more →

17th January 2019
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Jan 17

Common Symptoms of Nicotine Withdrawal

Nicotine withdrawal can be a frightening concept for those thinking of quitting smoking, however not everyone experiences nicotine withdrawal in the same way. So, don’t let other people’s bad experiences scare you off, it is possible to quit for good! Understanding the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal will allow you to... read more →

17th January 2019
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Jan 17

Sex Addiction – The signs to look out for

Sex addiction is a condition that can be difficult for may people to grasp, but it is in fact a very real issue that affects many people. It is described as the “compulsive engagement of sex despite the negative consequences”. Sex addiction is just as real a problem as gambling... read more →

Jan 17

Denial of addiction – how you can face facts and get help

It can be frightening, tiring and frustrating to see a friend family or member struggling with addiction and knowing that there is very little you can do to help. One thing you can try is to have an ‘intervention’, an intervention, is where a group of people close to an... read more →

17th January 2019
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Jan 17

Dealing with alcohol addiction during Christmas time

Christmas is a joyous time for most of us, but it can be a period full of challenges for those suffering from any kind of addiction. Christmas is a time for celebrating, with many using the time as an excuse to drink more than usual. Understandably, this can be a... read more →

17th January 2019
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Jan 17

Signs of a gambling addiction

Gambling addiction, also known as pathological gambling, is a behavioural addiction that often occurs due to the illusion of ‘easy money’. This is almost never the case. In fact, it’s rare for gamblers to break even. Keep reading to find out the different types of gambling and what the symptoms,... read more →

Dec 20

How to avoid peer pressure

There isn’t a kid alive who hasn’t this refrain from their parents, “If your friends told you to stick your head in a fire, would you?” This question is more often than not followed by the ubiquitous an eye roll all kids seem to be able to do better than... read more →

20th December 2018
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Dec 20

The effects of substance abuse on your mood & mental well-being

Mental health refers to the condition of the psychological and emotional well-being of a person. The NHS defines mental health as, “The emotional and spiritual resilience which enables us to survive pain, disappointment and sadness. It is a fundamental belief in our own and others’ dignity and worth”. Poor mental... read more →

20th December 2018
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Dec 20

What’s the difference between addiction and dependence?

In simple terms, definition. The difference between addiction and dependence can be difficult to grasp, mainly because there is no set clinical (or otherwise) definitions of these terms. Quite often the words are used interchangeably or even discarded. When the fifth revision of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental... read more →

20th December 2018
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Apr 11

Mental health still losing out in NHS funding, report finds

The independent think tank; King's Fund says physical health services are still getting bigger budgets vs mental health services, five years after government ministers promised parity of esteem. The disclosure that mental health care providers continue to be given far smaller budgets, has sparked concern that patients in desperate need... read more →