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Signs of prescription drug dependency
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Posted by Alex Molyneux
on 18 Nov 2024

Long-term dependency on prescription drugs can lead to a wide range of health complications that extend beyond the immediate withdrawal symptoms and physical dependency signs.


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5 reasons why alcohol detox at home isn’t a good idea
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Posted by Dr Catherine Carney
on 14 Nov 2024

Embarking on an alcohol detox can be a daunting journey, especially if you’re considering doing it at home. While the idea of detoxing in the comfort of your own space may seem appealing, there are several significant risks that can jeopardise your health and recovery.


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The Power of the Breath
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Posted by Ivan Broad
on 12 Nov 2024

You take around 20,000 breaths a day. But how often do you think about your breathing?


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Spotting and supporting those with ‘winter depression’
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Posted by Mike Delaney
on 01 Nov 2024

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is three times more common in women than men, according to research by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.


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The Dangers of Binge Drinking this Winter
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Posted by Martin Preston
on 23 Oct 2024

As the winter months draw near, the festive spirit can often lead individuals to indulge in excessive drinking. Binge drinking during this season not only poses immediate risks but can also have a long-term impact on personal health and safety. Understanding these dangers is essential as we navigate through celebrations and colder weather.


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How nutrition and a healthy diet can support addiction recovery
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Posted by Mandy Donnison
on 10 Oct 2024

This year’s World Food Day, celebrated on 16 October, centred around the theme that consuming the right type of food will result in a better life and future.


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Why we do what we do. Alumni Event 2024 : A Celebration of Recovery
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Posted by Martin Preston
on 04 Oct 2024

We’d been open at Delamere a few years when a colleague of mine first suggested we welcome previous guests back for an Alumni event.


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The Unmentioned Menopause Symptom: How Older Women are at Risk of Addiction
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Posted by Martin Preston
on 01 Oct 2024

According to research conducted by the University College London, nine in ten women were never educated about menopause.


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Paying the price for a party: How cocaine can affect the brain
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Posted by Alex Molyneux
on 18 Sep 2024

According to a recent survey conducted by Universities UK (UUK), nearly one in five university students have used drugs in the past. For some institutions, like Sussex University, the figure jumps to as high as four in five students, a new study found.


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Why alcohol-free drinks can be damaging to those in recovery
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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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