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Commonly discussed topics in group therapy

by Open Minds | 18 July 2026 | Addiction, Recovering, Rehabilitation, Treatments | 0 Comments

Therapy for substance abuse can come in different forms, some can be considered more effective than others depending on perspective, and this can be very subjective. At the end of the day, each person is different. What might be effective for one person, might not...

Why People can’t “Just Stop”

by Open Minds | 16 July 2026 | Addiction, Rehabilitation | 0 Comments

... The Science of Compulsion If you’ve ever wondered why someone keeps using despite consequences, this article explains it clearly and compassionately. The Brain’s Reward System Gets Hijacked Addiction rewires the brain to prioritise relief over...

What addiction Really is..

by Open Minds | 14 July 2026 | Addiction, Recovering | 0 Comments

Addiction is one of the most misunderstood conditions in the world.

The Schemas That Contribute to Addiction

by Open Minds | 27 April 2022 | Addiction, Rehabilitation | 0 Comments

Addiction can be difficult to cope with, and many addicts are afraid of starting an addiction recovery program because they don’t want to be away from their drug of choice, whether it’s alcohol or drugs. One reason people continue to struggle with addiction is that...

Featured addiction: Alcohol Addiction

by Open Minds | 21 February 2022 | Addiction, Recovering, Rehabilitation | 0 Comments

Alcohol addiction derives from alcoholism, a severe form of alcohol abuse. When managing drinking habits become an impossibility this is commonly referred to as an alcohol use disorder. Alcohol use disorder is split into three categories: mild, moderate, and severe....

Addictions in the workplace

by Open Minds | 4 January 2022 | Addiction, Rehabilitation | 0 Comments

Contrary to popular belief, many of those struggling with addiction to prescription or illicit drugs continue to hold down a job. More than 70% of those with an alcohol use disorder also work. Some people who abuse drugs or alcohol whilst on the job might do so to...

What is Alcohol Use Disorder? Characteristics & Levels of Alcoholism

by Open Minds | 11 October 2021 | Addiction, Rehabilitation | 0 Comments

Someone who has an alcohol use disorder (AUD) is someone who has a physical and mental dependence on alcohol. Alcoholism is a brain disease and is a serious psychological illness that sees the inability to stop drinking despite actual or potential negative...

Hidden Alcoholism and Secret Drinking

by Open Minds | 20 August 2021 | Addiction, Rehabilitation | 0 Comments

Honesty is the best approach when it comes to battling an addiction and seeking help. There is a saying in the addiction recovery community that says “You’re only as sick as your secrets” - which depends of course on the context and who has said it but when it comes...

Is There A Link Between Alcohol and Depression

by Open Minds | 31 July 2021 | Addiction, Health & Care | 0 Comments

Alcohol and depression are often conditions that occur together and when coexisting can make the other worse if not treated correctly. If you already have been diagnosed with depression, alcohol can worsen symptoms of mood disorders and depression may even cause...

Going Cold Turkey: The Wrong Way to Quit Alcohol

by Open Minds | 20 June 2021 | Addiction, Health & Care, Recovering, Rehabilitation, Treatments | 0 Comments

If you are a prolific drinker, simply just quitting alcohol isn’t the right way to go - in fact it can be incredibly dangerous. It is important that you know the dangers of suddenly quitting alcohol, especially if your body has relied on it for a long period of time....

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