Behavioural

The relationship between alcohol abuse and ADHD has been studied, especially due to the prevalence of alcohol abuse among people with ADHD. But how does alcohol affect symptoms of ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) and what impacts does it have? Find out more about how alcohol abuse affects ADHD here.   What is the Link […]

In recent times, dating apps have emerged as a dominant feature in the world of modern romance. Millions worldwide are captivated by these apps, with their user-friendly interfaces and the promise of finding an ideal match. However, there’s one significant question that has been left unanswered – Are dating apps addictive?   What are Dating […]

Alcoholism is a serious addiction that can have a devastating impact on relationships. When an alcoholic spouse drinks, they may become angry and aggressive. This can be a very frightening and stressful experience for the spouse and other family members. If you are living with an angry, drunk spouse, knowing how to deal with the […]

Available in lots of high-street shops, and with a range of flavoured smoke to choose from, disposable vapes are growing in popularity in the UK – but are disposable vapes dangerous for our health? First believed to be healthier than smoking cigarettes, new studies have now emerged detailing the health effects associated with vaping, which […]

What is Hypnotherapy for Addiction? Hypnotherapy for addiction is a unique form of therapy that tailors its approach to everyone’s specific needs, goals, and challenges. Hypnotherapy addiction treatment utilises the power of hypnosis to delve into the subconscious mind to treat the causes of addiction and is typically conducted by a trained therapist or healthcare […]

Have you ever found yourself putting off work or essential tasks while you mindlessly scroll through your phone instead? Have you ever been incredibly tired but still stayed up until the early hours or behind, going through your social media feeds? Has so-called ‘doomscrolling’ – reading through endless reams of negative news – badly affected […]

When most people think of addiction, they probably picture a person who is hooked on heroin or has an alcohol addiction. Substance addictions are certainly very serious and all too common. Drugs and alcohol misuse is linked to a wide range of physical and mental health conditions but behavioural addictions can also be very destructive. […]

The ongoing pandemic of Covid-19 has caused a whirlwind for the entire world. An unprecedented reality has emerged, where social distancing and mask-wearing is the norm, where an ongoing feeling of uncertainty is the norm, and where any amount of normality, prior to the pandemic has vanished, now becoming a new norm. Through this new, […]

Feelings of panic are very common throughout everyday life. Through our response of either fight or flight, anxiety-related energy is a natural reaction to stress or fear. For the average person, panic-like feelings subsidies over time. Yet, for someone who suffers from panic attacks, overcoming those intense moments can be very difficult, which can be brought on randomly, for no apparent reason, […]

Fighting addiction relapse at Christmas can be difficult, as the large number of social events, overeating and heavy drinking that are associated with Christmas can make addiction recovery difficult to maintain, especially for those in recent recovery. For the average person, optimal sleep, healthy eating, exercise, and self-care will go out of the window during […]

Alcohol consumption is usually known and favoured for the positive feelings it induces. It provides an escape, it increases happy chemicals, it boosts confidence, and it acts as a coping strategy. Yet, through these adaptations, have you ever considered how alcohol affects the brain? While unfortunate to consider, alcohol is a drug. Although it is […]

There are numerous treatments designed to help addicts to overcome their dependence on drugs, alcohol and compulsive activities such as gambling. In the case of substance misuse, professional rehab clinics will offer a supervised detox service along with a wide range of therapies. These could include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), group therapy and one to […]

A fully functioning alcoholic could be damaging their own physical and mental health. Their drinking could be putting a strain on relationships and adding extra pressure at work. It could lead to poor decisions, criminal behaviour and abuse. Even if they seem to be holding everything together, they could be one session or incident from […]

‘I have an online shopping addiction’ isn’t a statement that we commonly hear, especially when considering the range of further familiar behavioural addictions. However, there are people, across the globe who live with an online shopping addiction. Although this brain illness, combining both addiction and an impulse control disorder may be new to a large proportion of individuals, it has been around for decades. […]

Whilst it is a well known fact that addicts do not realise the damage they are having on the people around them, this is not the only thing that causes serious problems in families touched by addiction. It is actually more common that you might realise for the people closest to the addict to change […]

Whilst addiction can feel like a vast and complicated problem with no way out when you are in the midst of it, there are a huge variety of treatment options available. Any combination of treatments could be the right answer for you, and when the right treatments are used people who suffer from addiction can […]