Can you stop doing drugs without rehab?
It’s possible to quit drugs without going to rehab, however, it can be more challenging to do so without professional help, and your chances of maintaining sobriety may be lower. Quitting drugs on your own can also be dangerous, especially if you’ve had a drug abuse problem for a long time or have developed […]
How much does drug rehab cost?
When looking for drug addiction treatment, one of the first questions people ask is how much does drug rehab cost? Drug rehab prices in the UK can be very high, and unsurprisingly, not everyone can afford them. Here we will discuss which factors influence the cost of drug rehab, how much you might expect […]
Crack cocaine addiction: what is it and how can I treat it?
Crack cocaine is one of the easiest drug to become addicted to but is a very hard addiction to break. Find out all you need to know today.
How to support someone with a drug addiction this Christmas
Christmas is a time for overindulgence and celebration. However, for someone in active drug addiction, the festive period can be a minefield of triggers, which ultimately impact family and friends too. As a loved one, it’s painful to watch someone you care about struggling with drug addiction. You will experience feelings of anger, resentment […]
What happens when you first go to rehab?
If you’re considering rehab, or have a loved one preparing to enter treatment, you may be wondering what happens when you first go to rehab. While the thought may be daunting, after the first week you’ll have become used to the structure that rehab provides and will find yourself fitting in well. Different types […]
What are the 12 Steps to Recovery?
The 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a recovery approach which follows a set of guidelines designed to help members overcome addiction. Recovery isn’t easy, but the 12-step recovery program gives you tools you can use whenever you need support. The fellowship has helped hundreds of thousands of people suffering from addiction. Since […]
How hard is it to get off drugs without the help of therapy or rehab?
A common misconception amongst people suffering from substance use disorders is that once they have eliminated drugs and alcohol from their system, they are free from addiction. However, this is far from the truth. While drug detox is an important part of the recovery process, it is only the first step toward complete sobriety. […]
How to Get Someone into Rehab
Watching a loved one battling addiction can leave you feeling powerless, fearful and extremely anxious. Unfortunately, many people suffering from addiction are in denial about their problem, making it all the more difficult to convince them to accept help. In the UK, it is not possible to force someone into rehab against their will. If […]
Relapse or Lapse?
In addiction recovery, whenever a person returns to active involvement with their drug or behaviour of choice, it is considered a relapse that requires an appropriate response. However small it seems, any slip back into addictive behaviour, especially substance use, must be addressed swiftly and appropriately. Exactly how it is dealt with can be crucial. […]
The Rise in Opioid Addiction
Opioids are one of the most addictive groups of drugs around, affecting many communities in all parts of the world. Most opioid drugs are synthesised from the Asian-native opium poppy plant. Mainly used for recreational purposes, opioids typically have a pain-reducing and euphoric effects. Deaths related to synthetic opioids such as Fentanyl are considered to […]
