How Much Time Do People Spend on Their Phones?

How Much Time Do People Spend on Their Phones?

Published 24 June 2026

Research suggests that the average person spends hours daily using their phone. Smartphones are going nowhere, so it’s important to understand how screen time habits affect physical health, mental wellbeing, productivity, and relationships and what you can do about it.   How Much Time Do People Spend on Their Phones

Can Alcohol Cause Anxiety for Days?

Can Alcohol Cause Anxiety for Days?

Published 18 June 2026

Headaches, sickness, dehydration and fatigue are all common side effects of a hangover, but some people also wake up feeling worried and emotionally overwhelmed. What’s more, these mental symptoms can often linger for a few days. Here, we look at alcohol-related anxiety in more detail so you can understand why

How Bad Is Cocaine for You?

How Bad Is Cocaine for You?

Published 15 June 2026

Powder cocaine is the second most commonly used illegal drug in the UK, after cannabis. There is a common perception that cocaine is a ‘high-functioning’ or relatively harmless drug and it is more socially acceptable than other substances in some circles. In reality, cocaine can affect almost every major system

Cocaine-Induced Psychosis: Signs, Risks and Support

Cocaine-Induced Psychosis: Signs, Risks and Support

Published 20 May 2026

According to the most recent data that’s available, 2.1% of all 16 to 59 year olds in the UK used cocaine within the space of a year. That might sound like a small percentage, but it’s actually 810,000 people. Casual and serious cocaine use has grown. And although most people