The Dangers of Xanax Misuse
Although widely prescribed for many legitimate medical conditions, benzodiazepines like Xanax now have a bad reputation because they are so commonly abused, and also highly addictive. Classified as a minor tranquilliser, Xanax has sedative, anxiolytic, and anticonvulsant effects. When consumed in large quantities, these central nervous system depressants can produce a high from by elevating […]
Cryptocurrency addiction on the rise
Cryptocurrency is one of several behavioural addictions that has seen a sharp rise in recent years, and even more so since the outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic. With the lure of stocks and the guesswork of gambling, trading cryptocurrency has been known to make many people large amounts of money. However, obsession with crypto-trading […]
Surviving Your First Sober Christmas
An alcohol-free Christmas The holiday season can be especially hard on those in recovery. A period of festivities is often characterised by drinking and lots of food. Even those who don’t usually drink to excess may find themselves pushing their limits around this time. If you’re newly sober then the chances are, the thought of […]
12 Christmas Triggers and How to Handle Them
Christmas is a busy time, with many of us overexerting ourselves socially, physically as well as financially. This period can be stressful for everyone, especially those in recovery, and overdoing it can often contribute to relapse during the holiday season. People experience all kinds of struggles during the festive period. There is a huge focus […]
Alcohol Addiction Statistics in UK
Alcoholism, also referred to as alcohol use disorder has always been a major problem in the UK. However, in the last five decades alcoholism rates have increased by more than 50 percent, resulting in a huge rise in alcohol-related deaths, illness, mental health issues, and hospital admissions. When discussing alcoholism, many think about middle-aged people […]
Alcoholism : Spotting The Signs
Alcoholism is characterised by the compulsive need to drink alcohol despite the physical, psychological, and financial consequences. What many believe to be a lack of willpower or self-control is in fact a serious psychological illness, one that requires treatment in a registered rehab facility. Alcohol addiction also referred to as alcohol dependence, is a […]
Children of Addicted Parents
When someone you care about develops a drug or alcohol problem it can cause many difficulties for those around them. Friends and family members might cut you off if they feel they are no longer able to deal with the situation. However, when you’re the child of someone suffering from addiction, walking away isn’t always […]
COVID-19: The Impact on Addiction
Drug-related deaths and alcohol-related hospital admissions were already at all-time highs before Covid-19. However, since the pandemic hit, these numbers have risen exponentially. Covid has had a major impact on the physical and mental wellbeing of millions of people across the UK and all over the world. However, those in recovery and active addiction, are […]
John’s addiction to prescription painkillers
John’s story is very different to most stories you’d associate with addiction. John was 56 when he accessed support from Which Rehab. “Up until I was involved in a car accident at the age of 54 my life was pretty normal. I had a good upbringing, a successful career, a happy marriage, and 2 almost […]
Case Study – Melanie’s Battle with Alcohol Addiction
One of the hardest things about alcohol addiction is that, for some, it’s possible to hide their problem from their loved ones. In this case study, we hear Melanie’s story of how she hid her problem from her loved ones until it was nearly too late. How Melanie’s relationship with alcohol began If you were […]
