Coronavirus Lockdown Affects Mental Health

Is Lockdown making drug takers use more? We have seen how the coronavirus has affected people’s drinking habits; some have increased their alcohol intake during lockdown. Now, addiction experts are also concerned about how being in quarantine may impact drug abuse and bring on a change in behaviour amongst those using narcotics.  This at a […]

Stephen King and His Addiction Issues

How Master of Horror, Stephen King Mastered His Addiction. Many are taking the chance to catch up on reading during the Covd-19 lockdown. However, not many will realise that some of their best loved authors are subject to the same demons as the rest of us. Stephen King is a name synonymous with terror. He […]

The Heartbreak Of Suicide – How Alcohol Can Be A Factor

Tragic Loss Puts The Heartbreak Of Suicide To The Fore – We Examine How Alcohol Can Be A Factor The celebrity world, and the wider population in general, is still in shock and grieving over the tragic death of Caroline Flack. And, at this time of lockdown, more and more people are realising the issue […]

Glasgow Drug Summit Discusses Death Toll

Glasgow Drug Summit To Discuss What To Do About Drug Deaths Amid Record-Breaking Toll Scotland is currently facing a crisis over the rising number of drug-related deaths across the country.  This may be about to get worse as Covid-19 diverts NHS resources to other activities. The past few years have seen a tragic spike in […]

One In Four Young Adults Are Teetotal

Going Out Drinking? No Thanks! As Almost One In Four Young Adults Today Are Teetotal There was a time when young people couldn’t wait to be able to legally purchase alcohol. But, times change, and going by contemporary research, it seems many young adults these days are choosing not to drink at all. Based on […]

Drinking Too Much May Add To Anxiety

These Are Stressful Times But Drinking Too Much May Be Adding To Your Anxiety This is a very frightening time, and people all over the country are suffering anxiety, unsure about what’s going to happen with the virus pandemic. The Covid-19 lockdown can make people feel very lonely and isolated.  You turn on the TV […]

Wales Brings In Alcohol Minimum Unit Pricing

Wales Follows Scotland And Brings In Minimum Unit Pricing On Alcohol Scotland was the first nation in the world to introduce minimum unit pricing, to decrease alcohol-related issues across the country. The decision attracted a great deal of interest across the globe, and now Wales is now following suit.  The Welsh assembly has announced Minimum […]

Alcohol Deliveries To Your Door

Greenock Convenience Store Can Deliver Alcohol To Your Door For people deciding on whether to consume alcohol one of the main considerations is availability. If individuals wish to cut down or moderate their intake they may have avoid going to the pub or buying from an off license.  With the Covid-19 restrictions in place, many […]

Drinking More In Self Isolation Could Affect Immune System

People Drinking More In Self Isolation But It Could Be Affecting Their Immune System People now, and for the foreseeable future are being ordered to stay at home. Bars, pubs, restaurants, and clubs closed in the wake of the crisis. However, it has not stopped people in Scotland from having a drink. Quite the contrary […]

Health Groups Call For Ban On Alcohol Sponsorship In Sport

For a sports lover, there can be nothing as exciting as watching your team play in a major competition. Unfortunately this year’s 6 Nations rugby championship, along with many other high-profile event have been suspended in the light of the Covid-19 pandemic.  This means there will be even more excitement next time we are able […]