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Ray Sadoun

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

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Cost of Living’s Impact on UK Students’ Mental Health [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Ray Sadoun ǀ December 9, 2022

Cost of Living’s Impact on UK Students’ Mental Health [INFOGRAPHIC] The stress of the cost-of-living crisis is unravelling throughout society. Everyone’s impacted. At one end, there are those cancelling holidays, at the other people are counting pennies for their electric top-up cards. Students are also feeling the serious and worrying impact of the cost-of-living crisis. […]

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How Long Does Meth Stay in Your System

by Ray Sadoun ǀ December 4, 2022

Meth, short for methamphetamine, is a powerful stimulant that affects the central nervous system. It was originally developed from amphetamine to be used as a nasal decongestant (1). Methamphetamine causes its users to feel increased energy, alertness and talkativeness and unlike amphetamine, it opens the blood-brain barrier (2) – meaning much more of the substance […]

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Zoloft (Sertraline) Withdrawal and Detox

by Ray Sadoun ǀ November 27, 2022

We understand how difficult it can be to stop using Zoloft (Sertraline) and begin the withdrawal and detox process. Before you make any decisions, you should ensure that you are as informed as possible about what you can expect and how to proceed safely. Detoxing from Zoloft can be potentially dangerous, which is why you […]

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What Are The Mental and Physical Effects of Ecstasy (MDMA)?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ November 20, 2022

Strongly associated with hallucinations and trips, Ecstasy (or MDMA) is a recreational drug famous all around the world. Its fame, however, does not translate into an equally universal understanding of its effects on the mind and body, and not everyone is aware of them. Ecstasy: everything you need to know 3, 4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine, more easily known […]

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Stimulant Drug Addiction: Types, Effects and Rehab Treatment

by Ray Sadoun ǀ November 13, 2022

Stimulant drug addiction is a growing concern across the UK, particularly among teenagers and young adults. Learn more about the various types of stimulant drugs, both legal and illegal, as well as the effects of these substances and how a stimulant drug addiction can be successfully treated at rehab. Facts about stimulant drugs What are […]

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Ketamine Side Effects: Physical, Mental & Long-Term Effects

by Ray Sadoun ǀ November 6, 2022

Ketamine: everything you need to know Recognised for its anaesthetic properties, Ketamine is a drug which can be used to dull or manage pain in small, measured quantities. It is primarily used once other treatments have not proven effective in helping an individual. A study by Oxford University also found that Ketamine acts as an […]

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Is Alcohol A Depressant?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ October 30, 2022

Depressants are substances that take a significant toll on mental and emotional health. Consuming them on a regular basis can be harmful to your mind and happiness, but is alcohol one of them? Alcohol and the brain Most people consume alcohol in order to access its stimulating effects. The sensations of drunkenness, such as feeling […]

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How to Stay Sober

by Ray Sadoun ǀ October 23, 2022

There is no better feeling than conquering an addiction. Battling through rehab, achieving physical and psychological dependency, and coming out the other side is a massive achievement, so sobriety is absolutely worth fighting for. With all substance use disorders, the road to recovery is not complete after rehab. The threat of relapse is always present, […]

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How Long Does LSD Stay in Your System?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ October 16, 2022

LSD is a widely known drug, used predominantly for recreational purposes. Despite its fame, there are a lot of questions surrounding its usage. Many people can have concerns as to how long the drug stays in the body, as well as whether there are risks associated with it. LSD: what is it? LSD, or Lysergic […]

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