Smarmore Castle Private Clinic today opens its doors to offer specialist in-patient treatment for people with alcoholism, drug addiction and gambling addiction. The first patients start treatment this week.
Addiction Resources
NICE Guidelines – Making the Case for Inpatient Treatment
NICE’s guidelines on inpatient and residential treatment cannot be summarised into a simple rule. Read more here.
Is Rehab Only for The Most Serious Cases?
Only around 2% of people in active addiction treatment will get access to residential rehabilitation services. We ask why and provide insights from two experienced voices in the field of addiction.
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.
Living with an Addict
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.
Addiction in the Workplace
Do you have employees or colleagues with problem drinking or drug using? Read more about how to help them and professionally manage substance misuse in the workplace.
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.
Talking to British War Veterans in Recovery
Many servicemen become addicted to drugs and alcohol while still in the military. Read short interviews with British war veterans in recovery.
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.
Is Bipolarity a Catalyst for Addiction?
Many people with bipolar disorder experience problematic use of alcohol and drugs. Castle Craig Rehab’s psychiatrists explain the link between bipolarity and addiction.