If you are battling drug or alcohol addiction and considering treatment options at Castle Craig, you may be asking yourself an important question: “Do I need a detox?” Here we aim to provide you with a clear understanding of whether a medically supervised or assisted detoxification is necessary for your recovery. Detoxification, commonly known as […]
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What is Addiction?
Addiction is a long-term (chronic) condition in which you struggle to gain control over something that you are doing, using or taking – despite these actions causing harmful consequences to your physical health, mental health or relationships and work. Defining Addiction Over the last few decades, the understanding of addiction has vastly changed in the […]
Drug & Alcohol Addiction Rehab for Women
Established in 1988, Castle Craig is one of the UK’s longest-standing family-run residential rehab clinics, known for its clinical excellence and compassionate care. We offer specialised residential drug and alcohol addiction rehabilitation programmes. Located in the beautiful Scottish Borders, it provides a private and tranquil environment that promotes healing. With evidence-based treatments, an experienced multidisciplinary […]
Codeine Addiction: Codeine Overdose & Dangers
Are you worried you, or someone you care about, is currently experiencing a codeine overdose? This article will talk you through what happens during an overdose, what to do, and what treatment you can expect to receive. It’s important to note that codeine is both a prescription drug and addictive, so in some cases people […]
What Are the Withdrawal Symptoms of Codeine Addiction?
What are The Withdrawal Symptoms of Codeine? Codeine is both a prescription drug and addictive, so in some cases, people accidentally end up addicted to it. If you, or someone you care about, are currently taking codeine and you are worried about addiction, this article will explain what to expect when you withdraw from it. […]
Mixing Xanax With Alcohol: What Are the Dangers?
You might think taking your prescribed dose of Xanax and enjoying a few glasses of wine is perfectly safe. After all, both substances are legal. Yet Xanax, which is prescribed for anxiety and muscle spasms, is a sedative and so is alcohol. This means if you combine the two you multiply their effects to such […]
Valium Overdose: What Are the Side Effects?
Valium Overdose? Doing so can result in some unpleasant side effects, and, in rare cases, it can even be fatal. Even if you are taking it as prescribed medication and following the correct dose, there are certain things you can do to keep yourself safe from an accidental overdose (such as avoiding alcohol). If you’re […]
Is Mixing Valium and Alcohol Dangerous?
Many people who have been prescribed a benzodiazepine like Valium aren’t aware that it shouldn’t be mixed with alcohol. Because both Valium (also known as diazepam) and alcohol are sedatives that depress the nervous system, taking them together will intensify the effects of both. Both substances are also capable of causing addiction, and this is […]
Can You Overdose on Ketamine?
The rapid onset of the effects of ketamine can make it difficult to know how much is too much. There’s a fine line between the extreme high (K-Hole) that some users chase and an overdose which can be fatal. Whether you are prescribed ketamine for pain relief, use it recreationally, or have a ketamine addiction, […]
Ten Excuses People Use Not To Go To Rehab
1. I Can Quit Any Time on My Own – It’s Not So Difficult You’re having fun, right? It’s your choice, right? Why would you want to go to drug or alcohol rehab when you can put a stop to it when you’re good and ready? Who needs the trouble and expense? Addiction is the point you reach […]
Tramadol Withdrawal
Whether you have been prescribed tramadol as a painkiller, or you’re obtaining it through other means, you may find yourself addicted. Tramadol Withdrawal Tramadol is commonly prescribed by doctors which means you may have thought it was safe and have been unaware of how addictive it can be. Although tramadol is not as strong as […]
Valium Addiction: Withdrawal Symptoms
As a prescription drug that is highly addictive, some people end up unintentionally addicted to Valium. If that’s you, you’re not alone: it’s estimated there are some 1.5 million people in the UK addicted to benzodiazepines. If you, or someone you care about, is addicted to Valium you may be searching for the best ways […]