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Ray Sadoun

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

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Alcoholic Neuropathy: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment

by Ray Sadoun ǀ June 9, 2023

The harmful effects that alcohol can have on the body have been well-documented in the medical literature for decades. Due to technological advances in medical research practices, scientists can accurately identify the specific damage that the toxic chemicals present in alcohol can cause throughout the human body. The damage causes a range of physical health […]

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Alcoholic Gastritis: Symptoms, Triggers & Treatment

by Ray Sadoun ǀ June 2, 2023

If you drink regularly, it’s important to think about the effects of alcohol. Due to how socially accepted and encouraged drinking is, it’s frustrating – after a bit of research – to discover just how destructive alcohol is for health as well as the impact on relationships and life goals. In the UK, “58% of […]

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Alcohol Use Disorder and Family/Marital Problems

by Ray Sadoun ǀ May 26, 2023

Alcohol Use Disorder, or AUD, covers a broad spectrum that relates to a person’s alcohol consumption. AUD might refer to someone that drinks more than the recommended amount (14 units per week) or someone that engages in heavy drinking. Someone with severe AUD refers to alcohol dependency; that is, someone that needs alcohol to function […]

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10 Healthy Ways to Cope with Failure

by Ray Sadoun ǀ May 19, 2023

The fear of failure is also known as atychiphobia. It can lead to overwhelming anxiety, extreme worry, and unhealthy thoughts in connection to the pursuit of goals. Often, it’s very much linked to the core belief that many people have that they aren’t “good enough”. When the idea of failure or the thought that you have […]

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Can You Overdose on Cannabis?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ May 12, 2023

Cannabis is a plant, famous all over the world for being a recreational drug. Its long, green leaves are forged into buds, joints, and oils, and are known for the pleasurable effects they produce when ingested. The means of consuming Cannabis vary depending on the form in which individuals acquire it. It can be smoked, […]

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Cannabis Edibles: Risks, Side Effects & Dangers

by Ray Sadoun ǀ May 5, 2023

While cannabis is commonly smoked or vaped, it is becoming increasingly popular to consume cannabis edibles as an alternative way to ingest this substance. However, this method of cannabis use also comes with a number of risks, side effects and dangers that you need to know about. What are cannabis edibles? Cannabis can be ingested […]

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Does Cannabis Kill Brain Cells?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ April 28, 2023

If you’ve experienced the effects of cannabis, you may be wondering about the impact that this drug has on your brain. Alternatively, you may be concerned about someone else’s cannabis use and want to know whether cannabis kills brain cells. Read on to learn more about cannabis, whether it lowers your IQ and how it […]

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Drug Street Names

by Ray Sadoun ǀ April 21, 2023

In the UK, many substances are known by both pharmaceutical and street-slang name. The latter is often used to describe illegal drugs, and a single substance can be given a wide variety of different names and ways of referring to it. In many cases, the street names for drugs are those which are more well […]

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How Long Does Xanax Stay In Your System?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ April 14, 2023

If you are using Xanax to treat anxiety, panic disorder or any other medical condition, you may be curious to know how long Xanax stays in your system. What is Xanax? Xanax, commonly known as Alprazolam in the UK, is a type of medication that can be prescribed by a private doctor. It is a […]

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