People enter a drug rehab for all sorts of strange reasons. Some come in for an all expenses paid vacation. Others need some time out from their addiction because the drugs lose their edge and the lifestyle has become repetitive. Meanwhile, some come into rehab as a manipulative ploy to wiggle out of a tight corner. Perhaps their partner has

Organisations that provide treatment for people with substance use disorders fall into one of two camps. The first aims for abstinence, where the therapeutic end point is clear to everyone. The second aims for harm reduction, which can mean different things to different people. Harm reduction interventions These interventions focus on the harm caused by substances, rather than the substance

Embarking on the journey of addiction recovery is a courageous step that can transform one’s life. Completing addiction rehab treatment is a significant achievement, but it’s only the beginning. The path to sustained sobriety is filled with challenges, and that’s where aftercare comes in. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the importance of aftercare in maintaining sobriety and preventing

Life can be very difficult, and many people struggle with stress, anxiety, and low mood at times. We might feel depressed after a divorce, or stressed about financial problems, or anxious before attending a job interview. We often cannot change our daily experiences, but we CAN learn to manage our emotions and choose how we respond to life’s challenges. Anxiety

Depression and anxiety often occur together Research studies show that anxiety and depression very often exist together. They can lead to a vicious cycle that perpetuates itself. If you have an anxiety disorder, you are 50% more likely to have also experienced depression as well. These rates are not surprising. When you consider how disheartening and exhausting it can be

In recent years, gaming has become a popular form of entertainment, with millions of people around the world enjoying the immersive experience of video games. However, for some individuals, what may have started as a harmless hobby can turn into a compulsive behavior that negatively impacts their daily lives. Gaming addiction, also known as Internet Gaming Disorder (IGD), is a

Self-soothing forms part of an emotional regulation strategy aimed at regaining equilibrium after a distressing event or acute stress response. Before falling into a downward spiral of anxiety, here are some techniques to keep those anxiety ants at bay: Deep breaths Deep breathing can result in increased comfort and relaxation while lifting symptoms of anxiety. Fill the balloon Imagine filling

Learn about the different ways relationship anxiety manifests itself and how you can tell the difference between butterflies of love or butterflies of anxiety. Have you ever been so in love that you experience a flutter of butterflies in your stomach? Yes, this could be a sign of being in love, but often these butterflies may actually indicate anxiety.   Many

For many people, spirituality can be complicated to understand. Spirituality in rehabs will provide you with support, purpose and inspiration. Talking about spirituality in rehabs in relation to addiction treatment can be complex. To begin with, spirituality means different things to different people. For those who don’t consider themselves religious, it is inevitable that understanding spirituality may not be a