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On April 7th Peaches Geldof, the daughter of Sir Bob Geldof, was found dead in her home. Later, a toxicology report showed that heroin may have played a role in her death. Since then, she has barely been out of the news, her whole life has been dissected for all to see and her family’s […]

For many, cannabis is seen as a safe drug, especially because it is grown from a plant. However, recently the drug tragically claimed the life of Gemma Moss, a mother of 3 from Bournemouth. A post-mortem investigation found that she had moderate to high levels of the drug in her system, which triggered a cardiac […]

Recently, there were reports that the Commons Home Affairs Committee of MPs were calling for action from GPs to take steps against prescription drug abuse. It is estimated that up to 1.5 million people have an addiction to prescription drugs. However, the official figures are considered to be inadequate and MPs want GPs to gather […]

When treating addiction, denial can show up in many forms. A common attitude among clients is to assume that their addiction is less severe than others because of the substance being used. A frequent example is an alcoholic who claims that their dependence is not as serious as someone who is addicted to a class […]

Creating effective addiction treatment programmes is an ongoing process and we never stop learning. When treatment does not work, it is vital that we look at why and what could have been done differently. That way we can plan our treatment programmes better and ensure maximum results. Drug rehabilitation is one of the most effective […]

When it comes to addiction treatment, a lot of what people know comes from the movies or media reports. There are many misconceptions and assumptions that put people off getting the essential care that they require. Media coverage of some celebrities who enter rehab programmes often give the wrong impression about the treatment they are […]

Recently, an article was published in the Daily Mail where a photographer tried to capture the human face of drug addiction, with the headline “The Haunting Face of Drug Addiction, homelessness and poverty”. The photographer went to great efforts to be sensitive towards his subjects, whilst also trying to educate viewers about the physical effects […]

Many people use their smart phone to kill time, if they are bored or if they are trying to shirk their duties in the office. Usually, this involves checking emails and social media or squeezing in a cheeky game of candy crush. However, a relatively recent craze has been quietly growing in popularity among smart […]

At Cassiobury Court we are a residential rehabilitation centre offering services for addiction to alcohol in London and throughout the UK. So many people in the UK have a troubled relationship with alcohol and we always seem to fail to find the reason why. For many centuries, alcohol has played an important part of our […]

Addiction, whether it is drugs, alcohol or anything else, is a terrible illness. However, its effects are not limited solely to the addict. Those who care about the addict carry a massive burden and the effects can include emotional stress, financial consequences and having to adjust one’s whole lifestyle to suit the addict. Getting help […]

One of the biggest barriers to receiving addiction treatment is denial. Before alcohol or drug rehabilitation can begin, the individual needs to accept that they have a problem. Many people suffering from addiction simply do not believe that they have a problem. One dangerous symptom of denial is to compare oneself to others who appear […]

At Cassiobury Court, our job is to help those who suffer from addiction. As an alcohol and drug rehab centre, we often receive calls from those who need help but are not ready for a residential rehabilitation programme. We want to help as many people as possible to overcome their addiction. Therefore, we decided to […]

One of the biggest obstacles to recovery is denial and many addicts will justify their drug or alcohol use in many ways. One of the most common responses that we hear is “it’s my choice, it’s not hurting anyone”. This is simply not true; in fact, the people who suffer the most are usually the […]

We often get contacted by the families of those with an addiction problem asking for help. Every time, we are asked for ways in which we can help and we are happy to oblige. However, the first steps towards recovery begin before a rehab clinic can begin treatment. There is no magic wand to help […]

For many people who suffer from addiction, coping with the stigma of the illness is a massive obstacle towards recovery. Many people do not take alcoholism seriously as an illness and assume that their drinking is simply a choice that they make. This attitude leads to the idea that an alcoholic can stop drinking at […]

It is hard to think that you have an addiction to alcohol because it is so ingrained in our British culture as something we consume to relax, celebrate or socialise. It is freely available and so often one of the focal points of any night out or celebration. Whilst alcohol can be enjoyed safely and […]