Developing ascites is a direct result of liver scarring Most people have heard of cirrhosis of the liver, but many are unaware that ascites (a-sigh-tees) can develop as a result of liver scarring in cirrhosis. Although Castle Craig is not a specialised centre for treating cirrhosis and its complications, we can help get the person on […]
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Don’t say ‘Junkie’
Don’t say ‘Junkie’ – removing the stigma of addiction The Scottish Government has launched a national campaign calling for drug and alcohol problems to be treated as a health condition and urging people to stop using words such as “alcoholic” and “junkie”. Rehab Costs & Options for Alcohol | Drugs | Other addictions Public Health Minister Maree Todd said: “We […]
Alcohol and Pancreatitis
Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Alcoholic pancreatitis is a dangerous condition that develops when alcohol damages the pancreas. If not recognised and treated appropriately, alcoholic pancreatitis can have serious consequences. What is the pancreas and why is it important? The pancreas is a small but important organ found in the upper part of the abdomen. It […]
Climate Change Anxiety and Addiction
The link between climate change anxiety and alcohol and drug misuse The impact of climate change arouses strong feelings among GenZ young people and older generations alike. People are starting to feel anxious, terrified, angry and grief-stricken – they also feel impotent, guilty, hopeless and depressed. Around the world, mental health is suffering and some […]
Addiction and Narcissism
What Is Narcissism? Narcissism refers to a particular pattern of thinking and behaving. A narcissist is defined as someone who has an unhealthy obsession with themselves. Narcissists are incredibly self-absorbed and typically lack empathy. On the surface, people with narcissism can appear confident. In reality, they’re masking fragile self-esteem. Their desperate need for validation means […]
6 Causes of Alcoholism
Alcoholism: Causes, Risk Factors, and Symptoms The causes of alcoholism remain the subject of debate amongst doctors and psychologists, with many asking themselves “why am I the way I am? Why am I different from my friends and family?” Rehab Costs & Options for Alcohol | Drugs | Other addictions Alcohol dependency is a disease, and it doesn’t discriminate. […]
Understanding trauma is understanding your addiction
Trauma & Addiction Trauma affects everyone differently, whether it’s a one-time event or repetitive occurrence. Rehab Costs & Options for Alcohol | Drugs | Other addictions Whilst many trauma sufferers display symptoms associated with PTSD, others will show resilient responses that fall out of the diagnostic criteria. The impact of trauma can vary. It can be subtle, insidious or outright […]
12 Step Recovery Programme: The Evidence Behind Why It Works
Fast Facts on Alcoholics Anonymous1: They say, it works if you work it, but where is the evidence? Up until the early 90’s, research on Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), the Twelve Step programme of recovery was virtually non-existent. There was a need for well-designed studies to research and evaluate the programme. Today, research on the AA […]
What exactly are the recovery tools you’ll learn in rehab?
What You Can Expect to Learn in Rehab When you realise that rehab is about much more than simply stopping drinking or using drugs, you’ll start to understand its real purpose: making the lasting changes needed to leave substance use behind for good. Here are the key components of effective addiction treatment. Rehab gives you […]
Understanding the Severity of your Addiction
How Bad is Your Addiction? So, you want to know if your addiction is severe enough for treatment. The fact that you’ve found us, or are asking Google questions about your alcohol or drug misuse, might be proof enough that you need help. Rehab Costs & Options for Alcohol | Drugs | Other addictions We do not need to waste […]
Are Weed Hangovers Real? Expert Reveals All
It’s a common belief that, unlike alcohol, weed is hangover-free This derives from the belief that alcohol can be a more harmful intoxicant than weed (also known as cannabis or marijuana). As pioneers in leading treatments for cannabis addiction, we know this is not the case. Rehab Costs & Options for Alcohol | Drugs | Other addictions How does marijuana […]
How Long Does a Bottle of Wine Stay In Your System
How Long Does a Bottle of Wine Stay In Your System: Blood, Urine & Breath? If your consumption is increasing and you struggle to cut back, you’re not alone. In the UK, there are an estimated 586,780 dependent drinkers with only 18% in treatment. How Long Till the Alcohol Wears Off? The number of units […]