8 million people are drinking harmful amounts in the UK.[1] It’s safe to assume that many of these are heavy drinkers. Some people might access recovery support, but thousands go under the radar as functioning drinkers. Whether you’re getting professional help or not at the moment, if you drink regularly, it’s helpful to know how quitting […]
Read moreUnderstanding a bit about porn use and its effects is important. Through learning, you’re better able to self-reflect on how your own practices affect you and others, where it can end up, and what you can do about it. Around half of UK adults watch porn.[1] It’s reported that around 5–8% of the world’s adult population […]
Read moreIn the UK, drinking alcohol is considered a national pass time. From weekend revellers to social events, alcohol is often a popular beverage. According to the latest statistics, it is estimated that 29.2 million people in the UK drink alcohol each week. In England, it was recorded that 82% of adults drink alcohol each year […]
Read moreIf you’re familiar with the world of addiction treatment, you might have encountered the term “Sober Living Houses” [1] under one of its many synonyms: Transitional Living, Halfway Houses, or Sober Living Facilities. All of these refer to the same concept: a supportive environment for people who have already completed addiction treatment. These are places […]
Read moreIf you’re using porn more than you used to and are struggling to cut it down, you might have developed an addiction. You aren’t alone. In 2021, it was reported that 60,000 Brits sought help for their porn habits. [1] Knowing what the signs of porn addiction are can help you self-identify and to seek […]
Read morePancreatitis is a serious disease which can if left untreated, lead to severe complications. In the UK, “30,000 people are affected by acute pancreatitis each year.”[1] 25% of acute pancreatitis are caused by alcohol use.[2] It’s important to be aware of how alcohol affects the pancreas, how this has a knock-on effect on your overall […]
Read moreWhen a person is addicted to a substance and wishes to be free from that addiction, in most cases, they will need to detox. Detoxification is the process by which the body and brain expel harmful substances. Because addiction often means that the brain and body have become dependent upon a substance to function, this […]
Read moreAccording to the latest statistics, the UK is the second-largest market for online sales of Xanax and Xanax addiction following the US. The UK accounts for 22% of all online sales of Xanax and has been linked to over 200 deaths in the UK since 2019. (1) For more information about statistics related to Xanax, please […]
Read moreWeekly binge drinking [1] has become its own pocket of UK culture, with most people enjoying a tipple or two to wind down after a long working week. These ritualistic beverages are, for many people, easy to recover from and will rarely lead to long-term health complications. However, due to a complex combination of biological, […]
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