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Ray Sadoun

Ray Sadoun is an addiction specialist with a career spanning 20+ years.

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Signs And Symptoms Of Cocaine Addiction

by Ray Sadoun ǀ July 4, 2021

Am I Addicted To Cocaine Commonly sold as a white powdered substance, cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant drug that is usually snorted, injected, smoked or rubbed on the gums. It is extracted from two different types of coca leaves and produces a euphoric high and temporary burst of confidence, making it a popular party […]

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Drinking Alcohol Everyday – When does it Become an Addiction?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ July 3, 2021

Drinking Alcohol Everyday – When does it Become an Addiction? Is it fair to answer this question before answering the question ‘what is an addiction?’ The Aarhus University Centre for Alcohol and Drug Research describes addiction as a ‘compulsive physiological need for and use of a habit-forming substance.’ But, what is addiction and how does […]

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Advice On Dealing With An Alcoholic Parent

by Ray Sadoun ǀ July 2, 2021

Advice On Dealing With An Alcoholic Parent Whether you are a child, teenager or adult, having a parent who is dealing with an alcohol addiction can result in a severe and debilitating effect on your life. Unfortunately, this situation is likely to be more common than many people believe. In 2017, 4% of men in […]

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The Relationship between Mental Health and Comorbid Substance Misuse

by Ray Sadoun ǀ July 1, 2021

The Relationship between Mental Health and Comorbid Substance Misuse The term comorbidity refers to two health conditions that co-occur in an individual. The high probability of mental illness and comorbid substance abuse occurring in individuals makes it a subject worth investigating. Interestingly, research indicates that comorbidity conditions cause each other and reinforce each other negatively, […]

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Getting Help for Drug Addiction

by Ray Sadoun ǀ June 30, 2021

Getting Help for Drug Addiction The brain is a powerful tool but is easily affected by what we put in our bodies. The reward signals the brain receives are greatly affected by drugs and can lead to addiction. Positive forms of motivation, habits and routines are vastly influenced by what happens in the brain’s basal […]

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Guide to UK Alcohol Addiction Helplines

by Ray Sadoun ǀ June 29, 2021

Guide to UK Alcohol Addiction Helplines If you’re suffering from an alcohol addiction disorder, or know someone who is, then it’s important to know that there’s help out there. Suffering from addiction can have many physical consequences, but can’t also put a major strain on your mental health too. This could include anxiety, depression and […]

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How Does Alcohol Affect the Blood Pressure?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ June 28, 2021

How Does Alcohol Affect the Blood Pressure? Many people drink alcohol on a regular basis for a number of reasons. Some people drink to relax or unwind after a long day, some people drink to loosen their inhibitions, and some people drink because they feel that they cannot face a day without alcohol. Whatever your […]

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How Long Does Alcohol Withdrawal Last?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ June 27, 2021

How Long Does Alcohol Withdrawal Last? While alcohol withdrawal is a necessary yet often unpleasant phase of addiction recovery, many people find comfort in the knowledge that the process is temporary and will pass over time. The timeline for alcohol withdrawal is different for everyone and can vary based on a number of factors including […]

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How long does cocaine stay in your system?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ June 26, 2021

How long does cocaine stay in your system? Cocaine is a very powerful and highly addictive drug. It can be snorted through your nose, rubbed on your gum, smoked, or injected. It is a very fine white powder and is often mixed with baking flour or corn starch to increase profits. Heavy cocaine use can […]

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