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The Rise of Prescription Medication Addiction
Prescription medication misuse is the use of medication in a way that is different from what a doctor intended, and it has soared during the COVID-19 pandemic. Prescription medications have legitimate medical purposes, unlike illicit drugs; however, several prescription medicines as prescribed by healthcare services such as opioid painkillers, sedatives, stimulants, and psychotherapeutics have the
Alcohol and Anxiety
Alcohol is one of the most used drugs in the UK, with an estimated 602,391 dependent drinkers. However, only 18% of people are receiving treatment[1] and statistics demonstrate that since the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been an exponential increase in hazardous drinking behaviours. Monthly YouGov surveys have demonstrated the following increase in those deemed at
4 Tips to Navigate the Christmas Period
Christmas is nearly upon us. The city streets are filled with people, and market stalls offering mulled wine and candied nuts appear outside our offices. Gifts are given, champagne corks pop, and loved ones are once again around us. It’s a whirling cacophony of socialising, office parties, client dinners, and a whole host of events
4 Tips for Staying Safe and Sober During the Holidays
The holidays can be a joyful yet stressful time, especially for those in recovery. Though family parties and office gatherings are enjoyable, they can also be full of triggers and negative influences, making staying sober a challenge. Whether you are in recovery or are looking to remain sober during the holiday period, we are sharing
4 Signs of “Functional” Addiction
There are many myths surrounding the nature of addiction, perpetuated by both the media and people’s own misconceptions and assumptions. One of these is the physical and mental state one must be in to be classified as addicted. The popular stereotype of rock bottom addiction means complete destitution, homelessness, and near-death experiences. While all of
5 Handy Tips for Sober Socialising
Being new to sobriety is a time of immense change – we’ve managed to break free of the physical hold substances had on us, and we’re keeping the mental cravings at bay. However, recovery isn’t a static process, and you need to remain dynamic to sustain it. One of the most common worries people have
Connection, Addiction, and Loneliness in the Modern World
“The opposite of addiction is connection.” – Johann Hari The recent pandemic has resulted in most working professionals being confined to their houses, and many jobs have moved to work from home permanently. The ‘new normal’ for many means days without face-to-face contact with other humans, except for video calls. Even before COVID, TUC analysis
The Troubling Relationship Between Burnout and Addiction
Burnout is on the rise across the UK, and more and more often, when we’re experiencing this, we find ourselves reaching for a bottle to take the edge off.
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