Addiction movies represent a genre that grew from small beginnings in the early twentieth century. Their number has grown, reflecting the rise of addiction itself. Most forms of addiction have been covered over the years, although the majority deal with substance misuse. Anyone involved with addiction at first or second hand would do well to […]
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Dr. Margaret McCann
Co-Chair & Co-Founder Dr McCann co-founded with her husband Peter McCann Clouds House, an addiction centre in Wiltshire, where she established the detoxification and treatment programme. She was responsible for directing all treatment services, including medical, nursing and therapeutic; she pioneered the use of Clonidine for detoxification from opiates in the UK. In 1988 Dr McCann moved […]
What to Expect When You Stop Drinking for a Month?
Are you struggling with alcohol consumption? Perhaps the reduced alcohol consumption strategy hasn’t worked for you and you’re thinking about giving up alcohol for good. Maybe you’d like to lose weight, improve your mental health or enjoy better sleep. You’re in the right place. In this article, we’re going to take a look at the […]
Maintaining Healthy Relationships in Addiction Recovery
Addiction does not affect one person. It impacts everyone who has a relationship with the addicted person – partner, family, children, friends and colleagues. Equally, the company you keep has an impact on your recovery, which means it’s important that when undergoing addiction treatment your relationships are stable and supportive, non-judgmental and trustworthy. It is […]
CBT for Addiction (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
Why is CBT Used in Addiction Treatment? Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for addiction is an evidence-based and successful treatment.1 Using CBT for addiction has been shown to help improve abstinence and prevent relapses.2,3 CBT is a widely used psychological therapy. CBT sessions teach you to identify destructive thoughts and behaviours associated with your addiction. Your […]
Lunesta Addiction Treatment
Lunesta Addiction Treatment: Uses & Side Effects Lunesta, the brand name for the drug Eszopiclone, is a sedative-hypnotic and is widely used as a prescription medication for those who struggle with insomnia. The use of Eszopiclone is rising in the UK, as the medicine is more frequently prescribed for insomniacs, something that affects around 1/3 […]
Private Drug and Alcohol Rehab Serving Liverpool and Merseyside
Castle Craig is a leading residential drug and alcohol rehab located in the Scottish Borders serving people from across the UK, including Liverpool. We provide treatment for substance misuse, accessible through private funding, private health insurance, and Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust referrals. At Castle Craig, we frequently admit private patients from Liverpool into […]
Private Drug and Alcohol Rehab Serving Sheffield
Castle Craig is a leading residential drug and alcohol rehab located in the Scottish Borders serving people from across the UK, including Sheffield. We provide treatment for substance misuse, accessible through private funding, private health insurance, and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust referrals. Castle Craig offers residential treatment for drug and alcohol addiction, located […]
Private Drug and Alcohol Rehab Serving Durham and North East England
Castle Craig is a leading residential drug and alcohol rehab located in the Scottish Borders serving people from across the UK, including Durham. We provide treatment for substance addiction, accessible through private funding, private health insurance, and County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust referrals. At Castle Craig, we provide private, residential treatment for drug […]
Choosing the right rehab. Local, nationwide or abroad, where to go for rehab?
Which where and why? Now that you’ve decided to get help for your drug or alcohol addiction, the next step is to look into the most suitable rehabs that can equip you with the right tools for long-term sobriety. Rehab Costs & Options for Alcohol | Drugs | Other addictions City or countryside? The type of location is often a […]
Fear and Loathing After Drinking – Can Alcohol Cause Depression?
The connection between drinking alcohol and depression is real, although which comes first — alcohol or depression — is up for debate. Does alcohol cause or worsen depression? Or does depression lead to alcohol misuse and abuse?
Why People Do Coke and Why You Should Not
Curiosity, peer pressure, depression, and being under the influence of alcohol or other drugs are common reasons why people try cocaine for the first time