Addiction Resources - Castle Craig

Recognising Delirium Tremens

Prof. Jonathan Chick describes the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal syndrome. Read more on the effects of heavy consumption of alcohol and the brain chemistry behind it.

Addiction Recovery & Sobriety Support Mobile Apps

A host of new smartphone apps are now available for people in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. Here’s a review of the most popular ones.

Addiction affects the family, friends and relationships of the alcoholic or substance user. Read Rose’s personal story of living with a cannabis addict. Alexandria Barley, Specialist Addiction Therapist comments.

Excellent Inspection Outcomes 2015

Castle Craig Hospital was inspected by its regulatory body – Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) and received excellent grades. Read more about the inspection and results.

Can Drugs Cause Schizophrenia?

There is strong connection between schizophrenia and addiction. Dr. Jim Craig, Consultant Psychiatrist, provides insight into psychosis, schizophrenia and drugs abuse.

The Vicious Circle of Gambling

Online gambling sites make it easy to become a compulsive gambler. Addiction therapist shares his story of recovery from gambling, cross addiction.

What If I’m Not Ready for Rehab

I’m not ready for rehab. It takes time to to admit there’s a drug or alcohol problem. Read a personal recovery story from Castle Craig’s addiction therapist.

Charles Kennedy Remembered | The Illness of Alcoholism

A statement from Charles Kennedy’s family soon after his death acknowledged that he had lost his life to alcoholism. We look at the media coverage of alcoholism – from “demons”, “flaw” to the disease model of addiction.

Arrogance is a Defence Mechanism | Addiction Therapy

Arrogance and superiority are a notable characteristic of alcoholics and people with a drug addiction. Read how we address defence mechanisms in addiction therapy.

The Risks of Long Term Methadone Maintenance

Methadone accounts for 25% of all deaths by drugs poisoning. We look at the risks of methadone maintenance and five reasons why prescribing methadone is dangerous.