For many people struggling with depression or anxiety disorders, antidepressants are often the most effective way to provide much-needed relief. In simple terms, antidepressants work by increasing the levels of
Antidepressant addiction is fairly rare, but antidepressant abuse is less so. There are so many commonly prescribed antidepressants, and antidepressant use is so common that it’s not surprising to see
Overcoming addiction is a complex, multifaceted process. It isn’t enough to simply swear off using a substance or indulging in a behaviour and never go back to it again. If
When Oxycontin burst on the scene as the newest innovation in pain management, many doctors were led to believe that this was a safer, effective alternative to other opioids. Netflix’s
Overcoming addiction isn’t just about quitting a substance. Emotional sobriety means fundamentally changing the way you engage with and express your emotions, breaking old patterns that reinforced your substance abuse
Being a highly sensitive person has some amazing benefits, including an ability to experience the world and tune into people’s emotions at a heightened level. But this extraordinary sensitivity can
Although addiction remains a major concern in Australia, more Australians have begun to seek professional help battling their problem. And what might be surprising is that most of these treatment-seeking
Addiction is a complex illness that affects millions of people globally, including Australians. It can have devastating effects on individuals and their families, including physical, emotional, social, and financial consequences.
As high-profile figures come forward to seek treatment for problem gambling and the negative impacts of gambling addiction continue to expand, the UK is looking for ways to curb the
Substance addiction and abuse might be global problems, but few developed countries have struggled with them as much as Australia. According to recent reports, around 1 in 20 Australians struggle
Excessive alcohol consumption remains a major concern in Australia. According to the official National Health Survey for 2020-21, one in four Australians aged 18 and over exceeded the national alcohol
Facing down an addiction and choosing recovery is an incredibly brave step, but can be undermined if our inner critic won’t stop broadcasting all our fears and self-doubts. Learning more
