Victoria McCann BA, MSc

Communications Director and Editorial Lead

Victoria McCann, BA, MSc, is Communications Director & Editorial Lead at Castle Craig and a member of the clinic’s founding family. With over a decade of experience in addiction treatment communications since 2012, she leads the creation of clear, compassionate content that supports patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Victoria is committed to reducing stigma around addiction and mental health, and brings strategic insight and lived sector knowledge to her work. She regularly attends and organises addiction treatment conferences across the UK and Europe, promoting high standards of care and best practice in the field. Victoria also works with the media to raise awareness and share informed perspectives on addiction and recovery. The Herald, The Times, BBC, STV, The Times, New York Post, The Guardian.

Private Drug and Alcohol Rehab Serving Milton Keynes and Buckinghamshire

Castle Craig is a leading residential drug and alcohol rehab located in the Scottish Borders serving people from across the UK, Milton Keynes. We provide treatment for substance addiction, accessible through private funding, private health insurance, and Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust referrals. This page introduces the services that Castle Craig offers to […]

Private Drug and Alcohol Rehab Serving Southampton and Hampshire

Castle Craig is a leading residential drug and alcohol rehab located in the Scottish Borders serving people from across the UK, including Southampton. We provide treatment for substance addiction, accessible through private funding, private health insurance, and University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust referrals. At Castle Craig, we frequently treat patients from Southampton at our […]

Private drug and alcohol rehab serving Rochdale and North West England

Castle Craig is a leading residential drug and alcohol rehab located in the Scottish Borders serving people from across the UK, including Rochdale. We provide treatment for substance addiction, accessible through private funding, private health insurance, and Pennine Acute Hospitals NHS Trust referrals. This page provides an overview of the services Castle Craig offers to […]

Private Drug and Alcohol Rehab Serving Warrington and Cheshire

Castle Craig is a leading residential drug and alcohol rehab located in the Scottish Borders serving people from across the UK, including Warrington. We provide treatment for substance addiction, accessible through private funding, private health insurance, and Warrington and Halton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust referrals. This page introduces the comprehensive services provided by Castle Craig […]

Private alcohol & drug rehab serving Coventry

Castle Craig is a leading residential drug and alcohol rehab located in the Scottish Borders serving people from across the UK, including Coventry. We provide treatment for alcohol addiction, accessible through private funding, private health insurance, and Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust referrals. This page introduces the services that Castle Craig offers to the […]

Private Drug and Alcohol Rehab Serving Blackpool

Castle Craig is a leading residential drug and alcohol rehab located in the Scottish Borders serving people from across the UK, including Blackpool. We provide treatment for substance addiction, accessible through private funding, private health insurance, and Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust referrals. We frequently welcome patients from Blackpool to our residential clinic and […]

Private Drug and Alcohol Rehab Serving Preston and Lancashire

Castle Craig is a leading residential drug and alcohol rehab located in the Scottish Borders serving people from across the UK, including Preston. We provide treatment for substance addiction, accessible through private funding, private health insurance, and Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust referrals. At Castle Craig, we are committed to providing clinically excellent, professional […]

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 […]

Zopiclone Addiction: Signs, Symptoms & Treatment

Zopiclone is a widely prescribed sedative that is relatively safe when used short term. However, zopiclone is a controlled substance with abuse potential. As such, if used long-term or in large doses, zopiclone can be habit-forming. Here we explore the zopiclone’s effects, the risks of use, and what addiction treatment for zopiclone addiction may look […]