The 12 Step programme, a self-help strategy first developed by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), has been a cornerstone of addiction treatment in many parts of the world for decades. However, it is not the only approach to rehabilitation from addiction. Alternative models have emerged that offer different approaches, aims, and techniques for recovery. In this article, […]
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Women and Gambling Addiction: Why Are More Women Gambling?
Women and Gambling Addiction The number of women treated for gambling problems has doubled in recent years, according to the National Council on Problem Gambling.1 The increased visibility of women’s sports such as football is certainly a factor and the gambling industry has been quick to target this emerging market. For gamblers between the ages […]
How to Deal With Child Gaming Addiction? Eight Signs of Gaming Addiction in Children
How to Deal With Child Gaming Addiction & Is Video Game Addiction Real? Play is an innate human drive that begins in very early childhood, but today gameplay has largely been transferred from the real world to online. Whilst gaming is a pleasurable pastime, it is one of the fastest-growing forms of Internet addiction, and […]
What is Monkey Dust Addiction? Effects and How to Get Help
What is Monkey Dust? Monkey dust is a synthetic drug — also known as Butylone, M1, magic crystals, bath salts, MDPV, methylone, and pyrovalerone — that is chemically similar to amphetamines, and from a family of drugs known as cathinone, an ingredient derived from the khat plant. Khat has been cultivated in the Horn of […]
Anxiety Medications: How Safe Are They?
Can You Get Over-The-Counter Anxiety Medication in the UK? No, you can’t. If you want anxiety medications, they must be prescribed by a doctor. There are a couple of reasons for this. Firstly, your doctor needs to see if you actually need anti-anxiety medications. Maybe there’s a reason for your anxiety disorder (such as previous […]
Why Is Men’s Mental Health Not Taken Seriously?
Why Is Men’s Mental Health Not Taken Seriously? Good mental health is an essential aspect of a person’s overall well-being and has a significant impact on their daily lives, relationships, and even their physical health. Although mental health issues affect people of both genders, men’s mental health has generally been receiving less attention and support. […]
Fentanyl Crisis in the UK – a Concern or a Crisis?
For some years now the UK and most of Europe have managed to avoid the worst of the crisis in fentanyl use that has escalated in the USA since 2010, causing a huge increase in the number of deaths from overdose. There are signs that this North American public health emergency which when combined with […]
Substance Misuse & Dementia
Excessive use of alcohol and other substances can contribute to Alzheimer’s. Alternatively, any form of dementia (of which Alzheimer’s is the most common) can contribute to addiction. In cases where both are present, clinicians may question if rehab is then a suitable place for treatment. At Castle Craig Hospital, we have successfully treated patients with […]
Can Anxiety Cause Dizziness?
When Can Anxiety Cause Dizziness? When anxiety is intense and long-lasting it can become one of a number of recognised mental disorders that produce unpleasant symptoms in the mind and body. Dizziness is one such symptom. Substance misuse often exacerbates the condition. Proper diagnosis is essential so that suitable treatment can be provided. What Is […]
How Long Does MDMA Stay in Your System?
MDMA, often called ‘ecstasy’ or ‘molly’ is widely used as a party drug because it has both stimulant and hallucinogenic properties, producing feelings of euphoria and energy. It is sometimes thought of as a relatively safe drug to use, compared to other substances and people are often unaware of its effects, its potential for harm, […]
What Are Brain Zaps: The Strange Side Effects of Anti-depressants
If you are currently suffering from brain zaps, or are worried about experiencing them as you come off of SSRIs, this page will reassure you. In this article, we take a look at what a brain zap actually is and why it is only recently that the scientific community has recognised this side effect of […]
Cocaine Eyes: How Is Cocaine Affecting Your Eyes?
How Is Cocaine Used? Cocaine is a versatile and deadly drug that is usually snorted, smoked or injected. It can also be rubbed on the gums or taken orally (although this is not common because doing so will lessen the effect). Whatever the method of ingestion, it is highly addictive, and people tend to repeat […]