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12 Jul 2024
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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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This month, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced measures to clamp down on ‘sick note culture’ which he says is increasingly becoming a burden on the economy.
At Delamere, we have seen a dramatic spike in the number of people that are searching for terms around pornography addiction.
Delamere has launched a brand-new 12-week ‘intermediate’ care programme for its guests. Labelled ‘Bloom’, it is the fourth component of The Delamere Treatment Model – following Stop, Start, Grow.
Last week, BBC Breakfast invited Delamere to join presenters Nina Warhurst and Ben Thompson on the red sofa to raise awareness about internet addiction.
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