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Across the world, people from all walks of life find their lives impaired by drug, alcohol and behavioural addictions every single day. Significantly reducing the quality of a person’s life, understanding addictions is vital if they are to be overcome. At Cassiobury Court, we appreciate that understanding addictions can be difficult. As a result, this […]

To reach and sustain sobriety means that you’ll be in control, that you can avoid the influence of alcohol, and that you can look towards a positive future. You can reach this point if you’re committed to doing so, with some self-help, with some personal support and with some professional guidance. There are many benefits of sobriety, which can ultimately change your life if you […]

Drugs are substances that change the way our bodies and brains work. In terms of substance abuse, they can include various types of illicit drugs, misused prescription drugs, new psychoactive substances (also known as legal highs) and legal drugs such as alcohol. They provide various effects that can vary widely depending on the substance involved […]

Feelings of anxiety are healthy, are normal and are expected through the rollercoaster of life. Imagine, you may feel anxious before a job interview, or through the run-up to an event. However, for some individuals, feelings are intensified, are episodic and are extreme, overtaking life on an everyday basis. Such encounters are diagnosed as generalised anxiety disorder, a mental health condition, possibly […]

Taking the first step in securing addiction treatment can be overwhelming.  Paired with limited information surrounding what can be expected during an individual’s time in rehab, it is easy to see why so many people defer addiction treatment. Understanding that the thought of attending an inpatient rehab is often anxiety-inducing, here at Cassiobury Court, we […]

Addiction treatment plans differ across the offering of rehab. Due to specific approaches and the catering of personal needs, recommendations of addiction treatment do commonly fluctuate. However, there is a general consensus across the workings and value of addiction treatment within the rehabilitation process, promoting both detoxification and sustainable recovery. Through the right help, effective […]

Coming to the conclusion that you are suffering from addiction and need rehabilitation is a huge step to take. Not everyone that needs help realises it or can accept that fact, and so end up suffering more. After taking this huge step you may find yourself in a world of unknowns. It’s one thing to […]

Addiction affects all aspects of an individual’s daily life and more people than you may think fall prey to an addictive disorder at some point in their lives — with a reported 268,390 adults across the UK alone contacting drug and alcohol treatment centres for help in 2017-2018. What can make addictive disorders so difficult to treat is that […]

It’s natural to feel a mixture of emotions as we experience the closest snippet of normality since the start of Covid-19. Excitement and relief are some emotions notably found to reflect the easing of restrictions, the falling impacts of the pandemic and the reduction of covid risks. Yet with such change follows the emotions of fear and anxiety, […]

Deciding to take the first step in overcoming an alcohol addiction is somewhat noteworthy. Though you will know that attending a rehab as soon as possible is best for your health and well-being, it is normal to experience many different emotions. Likewise, it is common to have many unanswered questions. At Cassiobury Court, one of […]

Alcohol addiction is an extremely serious problem and is more widespread than you might think. According to leading charity Alcohol Change UK there are more than half a million dependent drinkers in England alone. Alcohol misuse is also reported to be the single biggest risk factor for death, ill-health and disability among 15-49-year-olds across the […]

Since the boom of platforms including Myspace in 2004, social media has become an integral part of our everyday lives. With usage soaring, the creation of new platforms, including TikTok and Snapchat, has seen more than 53 million people sign up to and use social media in the United Kingdom alone. Although social media platforms […]

The effectiveness of addiction treatment is justifiably a big concern for many individuals, prior to entering rehab. Investing in a process that offers reliable and secure opportunities for addiction recovery will of course be strived for, over one which cannot. With that being said, a common question asked here on admission at Cassiobury Court is ‘how effective is addiction treatment?’. […]

In the midst of a stressful situation, no matter whether positive or negative, reaching for alcohol, as a stress-reducing outlet is very common. Consuming alcohol is viewed as an instant coping strategy, through feelings and responses linked to stress. However, through stress-related drinking, short-term benefits will only be encountered. Recognised as a depressant, alcohol offers short-term relief through relaxing the central nervous […]

Crack cocaine and cocaine are capable of causing brain damage, even when they have only been used a handful of times. Damages to your brain structure can trigger an addiction – this disease affects the brain’s dopamine systems and reward circuits. Cocaine abuse can lead to a multitude of long-term damage. Cocaine is a very […]

Alcoholism and problem drinking can have a huge impact on the individual involved, having a detrimental effect on their physical and mental health and almost every aspect of their lives. It can also affect others around them though, taking a toll on relationships with spouses, partners, family members, friends and other loved ones. The very nature of the condition means that […]