Castle Craig is proud to offer residential drug and alcohol addiction rehabilitation that encompasses everyone, including kind and compassionate help for individuals in later stages of life. Located within 50 acres of private woodland in the Scottish Borders, our clinic combines historic Georgian architecture with modern treatment facilities and pioneering research. With over 37 years […]
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Rehab for LGBTQ+ | Gay & Lesbian Friendly Addiction Treatment
At Castle Craig, we recognise the importance of providing a safe and inclusive space for those seeking support with substance misuse in the LGBTQ+ community. With over 37 years of experience, we specialise in evidence-based residential drug and alcohol addiction rehabilitation, offering a private and supportive environment designed to help you focus on recovery. Our […]
Private Drug and Alcohol Rehab Serving Carlisle and Cumbria
Castle Craig is a leading residential drug and alcohol rehab located in the Scottish Borders serving people from across the UK, including Carlisle. We provide treatment for substance addiction, accessible through private funding, private health insurance, and North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust referrals. Castle Craig is one of the UK’s longest-established, family-run clinics, […]
Private Drug and Alcohol Rehab Serving Middlesbrough and Teesside
Castle Craig is a leading residential drug and alcohol rehab located in the Scottish Borders serving people from across the UK, including Middlesbrough. We provide treatment for substance addiction, accessible through private funding, private health insurance, and South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust referrals. Castle Craig is a specialist addiction rehab, around 3 hours drive […]
Adderall Addiction
Our Adderall rehab programme covers Adderall & Vyvanse detox & addiction therapy. Get specialised Adderall & Vyvanse treatment, medical care & 12-step support.
Is Alcohol Giving Me Insomnia? How Alcohol Affects Sleep
The Link Between Alcohol and Insomnia Many people see alcohol consumption as a promoter of drowsiness. However, the opposite may be true. The build-up of tolerance and its effect on brain chemistry can disturb sleep patterns within a relatively short time. Regular heavy alcohol use is likely to disrupt sleep patterns seriously. Alcohol is a […]
Xylazine: Effects, Misuse and Treatment
Xylazine, a non-opioid sedative for animals, is increasingly misused and is often combined with illicit opioids such as fentanyl. Also known as tranq, xylazine exerts sedative, muscle relaxing and pain-relieving effects. Although approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in animals, it has no approved human use. As a central […]
Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Symptoms, Timeline and Treatment
Benzodiazepines are sedative medications that are used to treat severe cases of anxiety and/or insomnia. They are indicated for short-term (2–4 weeks) relief only and should be reserved for serious cases where symptoms are disabling or leading to significant distress.1 Benzodiazepines vary in their onset of action and duration of effect, but can assist in […]
Pregabalin Addiction
Key Takeaways Pregabalin Overview Pregabalin is a new-generation anticonvulsant medication that is prescribed to manage seizures, nerve pain and generalised anxiety disorder (GAD). The prescribed dose of pregabalin varies between 50–600 mg daily, which is given in divided doses.1–3 Pregabalin is available in capsule, tablet or liquid form and has different brand names, such as […]
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 […]
Ketamine Bladder – What does Ketamine do to the Bladder?
What Is Ketamine? Ketamine was first developed around 60 years ago. Initially, it was used mainly as an anaesthetic for animals. However, since its development, it has proven useful in other healthcare settings. These days, ketamine has several medical purposes: Why Do People Take Ketamine? As Ketamine became more popular in the medical world, it […]
Pregabalin Side Effects, Dosage & Overdose
Pregabalin Side Effects Long-Term, Side Effects, Dosages & Overdose With the uses of Pregabalin expanding well beyond epilepsy treatments for many years now, addiction statistics and accidental overdoses have been on the increase for well over a decade. Described as the UK’s ‘new Valium’, Pregabalin’s ability to enhance the effects of other substances has made […]