Alcohol Addiction

Alcohol addiction is a persistent problem in the UK. In the latest release by the Office of National Statistics, 10,048 people died from alcohol-specific causes. Whilst death is not a certainty with heavy drinking, it can change your life in many ways. You’ll suffer from bad health, find your mental health suffering and likely cause […]

Tackling an addiction and getting sober is one of the best things you can do for your health. But, it does bring many short and medium-term challenges, though, from depression to a range of physical and mental withdrawal symptoms. One potential challenge you might not be aware of is sobriety fatigue. This is a feeling […]

If you’ve ever experienced a tingling sensation, numbness, or a burning pain in your hands or feet after a night of heavy drinking, you might be experiencing the early signs of alcohol neuropathy. This blog explores alcohol neuropathy and the consequences of alcohol abuse, providing an overview of the prevalence of alcohol neuropathy, the reasons […]

What is a stimulant drug? Stimulants are a type of drug that stimulate or increase the activity of the central nervous system, essentially speeding up the messages that travel between the brain and body. This can make the user feel more awake, alert, energetic and confident. Some can also produce a euphoric effect, which recreational […]

It is well established that drinking too much can damage your physical and mental health in all sorts of ways, and a common problem is nerve damage, known as alcohol neuropathy. Alcohol abuse, in fact, is the biggest risk factor for death, ill-health and disability among 15-49-year-olds in the UK, and the fifth biggest risk […]

The journey to understand addiction is filled with discoveries and challenges, making it one of the most fascinating areas of research today. From new findings on why some people are more susceptible to addiction to innovative treatments that could potentially help individuals recover, this article explores the latest breakthroughs in addiction research, which are changing […]

There‘s a common belief among some people that drinking alcohol can warm you up in cold weather, and although it can make you feel warmer, alcohol causes your body temperature to drop. You might have seen images of St. Bernard rescue dogs with a little keg of something strong around their necks – supposedly for […]

Coping with a loved one’s active addiction is often a challenging period for the entire family. This situation not only impacts the individual struggling with addiction but also places a significant emotional and sometimes physical strain on family members. These feelings can feel even more intense during times when families are supposed to come together, […]

The festive season is a time of joy, celebration, and, often, increased alcohol consumption. With Christmas parties, family gatherings, and the general festive spirit, it’s easy to find yourself drinking a little more than usual. However, for various reasons, many people aim to reduce their alcohol intake during this period. In this article, we explore […]

Drinking alcohol can have a number of different physical effects. These can be short-term effects, experienced during or directly after drinking, or long-term health effects caused or impacted by chronic drinking. One physical effect that people might experience is difficulty breathing after drinking alcohol. There can be a number of reasons for this, and it’s […]

Drinking alcohol can lead to intoxication, which is commonly known as being drunk. Even the smallest amounts of alcohol can have an effect on the body and mind but there are some distinct stages of drunkenness. Tipsiness is generally considered to be the first stage or stages of drunkenness. It’s important to remember, however, that […]

Experiencing heart pain after drinking can be very worrying. It can be scary and strong pains can easily convince the sufferer that they are having a heart attack. Long-term heavy drinking can certainly cause or contribute to a range of heart conditions, which can lead to heart failure. Binge drinking can also cause irregular heartbeats. […]

Are you struggling with alcohol and worrying about what the warning signs of alcohol abuse are? Understanding the complexities of alcohol abuse is the first step towards learning how to recognise there may be a problem developed. In this article, we cover the key knowledge about alcohol abuse, highlighting the clear and often subtle indicators […]

Are you trying to cut back on your drinking but not sure where to start? Everyone feels the need to unwind somehow and many people choose to unwind with a glass of wine, a beer, or some other form of alcoholic beverage. For some people, alcohol is a way to temporarily relieve some anxieties. It […]

If you only drink on the weekend, you can’t have a problem with alcohol consumption, right? Unfortunately, that’s wrong. Even if you don’t touch a drop of alcohol all week but binge or drink excessively on the weekend, you could be putting your physical and mental health at risk. Here, we explore the term ‘weekend […]

Deciding to quit drinking is never an easy decision and it’s also not always going to be an easy process. This is especially true for people who have been misusing alcohol for several years. However, it’s important to note that there are many benefits of taking the necessary steps needed to quit your alcohol use. […]