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...
… 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...
… and what it Isn’t Addiction is one of the most misunderstood conditions in the world. People often think it’s about willpower, choices, or “bad behaviour”. But addiction is far more complex — and far more human — than most people realise. Addiction...
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...
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....
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...
