DRUGS
The downside of Mixing Marijuana and Alcohol
Mixing marijuana and alcohol is the most commonly seen example of polydrug use i.e. using more than one drug at a time. Although the...
Quitting Cocaine
Cocaine is one of the most addictive drugs in the world. It has a stimulating effect on the nervous system i.e. it’s a stimulant....
ALCOHOL
5 Ways of Arresting Your Drinking Problem
It's easier to handle your drinking problem when it's just that - a drinking problem- than when it becomes an addiction. However, many people...
Recovering from Alcohol Addiction
If you struggle to control how much, how fast or how often you consume alcohol, then you have an addiction problem. It is one...
UNDERSTANDING ALCOHOL ADDICTION
For a lot of people, having alcohol is just an enjoyable way to unwind and nothing more than that. Alcohol addicts drink in excess,...
LEGAL
Challenging the Evidence: How to Find the Right Support Following a Drink Driving Charge
Drink driving is a serious offence. If you are caught driving under the influence, the charge carries penalties, including unlimited fines, penalty points on...
Accreditation: What is Means and Why it is Important?
When evaluating the various types of substance abuse treatment programmes, consider the fact that no two people have the same needs. Generally speaking, the...
5 Top Safety Alcohol Tips for the Office Christmas Party
Do you provide alcoholic beverages for your staff at office events? While this is not an inappropriate thing to do, it is important to...
Court Ordered and Probation Drug Testing
As human beings, we may find ourselves on the wrong side of the law. In some cases, we might even be required by the...
Alcohol and Occupational Safety
The Dangers
Alcohol rarely goes well with work. Most tasks in a modern workplace, whether in an office environment or industrial/outdoor setting, require a certain...
Drug testing in the Workplace
The workplace has not been spared when it comes to the worrying trend of drug and substance abuse in the UK. Employees who are...
Should the UK invest in drug treatment?
The problem of drug abuse is not new to the UK. In fact, according to the NTA (National Treatment Agency for drug abuse), approximately...
TREATMENT
How to Slow or Even Reverse Dementia
Dementia is a progressive decline of mental abilities, including memory, reasoning, and communication. It affects...
5 life-changing benefits of inpatient drug rehab
If you are fighting a drug addiction and now seeking treatment, you may have heard...
Crack Detoxification: What to Expect
People with Crack addiction often feel powerless to overcome it. Some want more and more...
CRACK REHABILITATION – HOW LONG?
Crack is among the most addictive substances being used in the world today.
Crack addicts have...
Meth Addiction and Rehab
If you have watched the TV series "Breaking Bad", then you know what Methamphetamine is....
RECOVERY
Soundscapes for Serenity: Crafting a Calming Audio Environment
In today's hectic environment, serenity and relaxation are crucial for mental and emotional health. A relaxing acoustic environment is one of the best methods...
TESTING
Is Tramadol Detected in a Drug Test?
Ultram, the main active ingredient in tramadol, doesn’t show up in a routine drug test unless it’s specifically tested for. Tramadol is normally prescribed...
NEWS
Retirement Planning for Individuals in Recovery
Embarking on a journey of recovery from addiction is akin to setting sail on a vast, uncharted ocean. It requires courage, resilience, and a...
Questions to Ask Before Buying or Renting Temporary Healthcare Buildings
The health sector uses temporary healthcare buildings for many reasons, for example to respond to a disaster such as COVID-19, expand the facility, or...
How to Prioritise Your Health as a Startup Entrepreneur
For the starry-eyed entrepreneur, there are few things more exciting than to take what you know is a fantastic idea and turn it into...
