Help for Families of Addicts: What Support Is Available?
Addiction is a destructive force that can permanently change lives. There are many routes to recovery but most recovery journeys include a visit to a drug or alcohol rehab, where a person can get the help they need. Recovery is not something that happens alone. Friends and, perhaps more importantly,
How to Help Someone With a Gambling Addiction
Gambling addiction is known as compulsive gambling disorder which can destroy people’s lives and wellbeing. This form of addiction is a mental health problem that is characterised by an inability to control the urge to gamble despite the negative consequences. People with gambling addiction are often preoccupied with thoughts of
How to Get a Job in Addiction Recovery
Recovery from addiction is a transformative but also very challenging process. One area that can be particularly difficult to navigate is embarking on a new career path and knowing how to get a job in addiction recovery. While starting a new career can be exciting, it can also be confusing,
The Link Between Drugs and Social Media
The internet has made the world more connected. Social media sites are there to facilitate these connections, giving everyone a chance to talk to people all over the world, be entertained by content and show themselves to the world. Social media is, however, a double-edged sword. It can harm people’s
