The Delamere blog
Why alcohol-free drinks can be damaging to those in addiction recovery
Posted by Fiona Peacock
on 26 Aug 2024

There’s a little saying in recovery and that is “non-alcoholic drinks are for non-alcoholics” and there’s a reason for that. When people have provided alcohol-free drink options for me at a barbecue, or a party, I can tell they mean well.


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How to combat work email anxiety and burnout as the UK Government considers a ‘right to disconnect’ law
Posted by Mike Delaney
on 19 Aug 2024

Employee health & wellbeing in the workplace has been an issue which has sparked much conversation and interest in the last few months.


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How gambling techniques used in online shopping is causing a spike in shopping addiction in the UK
Posted by Dr Catherine Carney
on 14 Aug 2024

‘Shopperholic’ is a term often fondly used to describe someone who takes ‘retail therapy’ a step too far.


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Why ketamine addiction is on the rise
Posted by Dr Catherine Carney
on 02 Aug 2024

Depending on location, one gram of ketamine can cost as little as £10, making it one of the cheapest drugs to acquire in the UK.


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Why symptoms of alcoholism are increasingly being mistaken for Alzheimer’s disease
Posted by Alex Molyneux
on 12 Jul 2024

If a family member or loved one aged over 60 becomes increasingly forgetful and disorganised, showing signs of anxiety, particularly concerning everyday tasks, and making less sense in their speech, what would be your first thought?


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Mental health & addiction in the LGBTQIA+ community
Posted by Dr Catherine Carney
on 28 Jun 2024

The UK is experiencing an addiction crisis right now and, particularly with it being Pride Month, it’s important to share how the LGBTQIA+ community is disproportionately impacted by this.


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Why companies should encourage new candidates to put “in recovery” on their CV
Posted by Martin Preston
on 27 Jun 2024

In the United States, addiction to alcohol and illicit drugs is considered to be a disability under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and, later, in the American with Disabilities Act of 1990.


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Navigating Work Addiction and Burnout Amidst Hustle Culture
Posted by Mike Delaney
on 18 Jun 2024

Looking at how fast-paced and competitive the work environment can get, it’s no wonder that people are facing increasing work pressures and more intense working hours than before. In the UK, more than half of polled workers felt that work has become more intense and demanding, with 61% of them saying they felt exhausted at the end of the working day.


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The Gut-Brain Axis: A Key to Health and Well-being
Posted by Mark Driscoll
on 05 Jun 2024

The Gut-Brain Axis is a complex communication network linking the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the brain, playing a crucial role in maintaining overall health.


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Why women with eating disorders go to bed early to avoid temptations
Posted by Mandy Donnison
on 10 May 2024

Roughly 1.25 million people in the UK have an eating disorder. This disproportionately impacts women, with the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence claiming this is around nine in ten of eating disorders.


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