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Excessive alcohol consumption, reflecting an alcohol use disorder can impact people from all walks of life, no matter their age, gender, or background. Alcohol is a dangerous substance that can cause physical, social, psychological, and emotional damage. Alcohol abuse can increase the risk of many conditions and co-occurring disorders. Whilst concerning for all abusers, excessive alcohol consumption is especially concerning in women. There are some […]

Addiction and substance misuse can have a huge impact on the person involved. Drug and alcohol problems can have serious effects on the addict’s physical and mental health, but they are usually not the only ones affected. Addiction and all its attendant behaviours can place tremendous strain on partners, children, parents, other family members, friends and even colleagues. At the […]

Here in the UK, we are very open about our drinking culture. Alcohol is such an adopted substance that its consumption is part and parcel of life. Yet for some people, such ease can be very difficult to maintain, resulting in secret drinking. Hiding, downplaying, or denying alcohol consumption and its tell-tale signs is a common symptom of alcoholism. Whilst alcoholism can affect people differently and can most definitely impact […]

For someone who’s abusing alcohol or experiencing the signs of alcoholism, withdrawal will be essential in order to recover, get clean and remain sober. An alcohol detoxification process will be recommended to motivate physical withdrawal. Although detoxing is attempted through a cold turkey approach, mostly alone and from home, a medically assisted process is a much more beneficial option. Making use of replacement medications and supportive therapies, an assisted […]