There’s no shortage of excuses for drinking more during the pandemic. Many people were finding themselves struggling with added stress and anxiety, and sought ways to cope. However, relying heavily
There is a lot of misunderstanding about obsessive-compulsive disorders and the impacts they can have on a person’s daily life. Clearing up how these disorders work, and the potential they
You are tired of hearing people tell you that you smoke too much pot, and you are mostly convinced that your marijuana use is not a problem. You may even
While strict laws and ongoing taboos can make alcohol abuse an uncomfortable topic in many Middle Eastern countries, it’s important to ensure that a loved one struggling with an alcohol
Healthy connections with others infuse our life with meaning, purpose and joy, but addiction can seriously damage these relationships. Figuring out how to reach out and reconnect in recovery is
Figuring out how to best manage bipolar disorder can be a long and challenging process. Different treatments can offer new potential for relief, but in some cases, may pose significant
Ice addiction among Australians continues to wreak havoc on families throughout the country. Often those in the grip of addiction aren’t eager to go to rehab, but this doesn’t mean
Addiction takes away the things we once held closest to us, makes us believe we deserve it, and tells us that nothing else matters. Recovery is essential in rebuilding a
What we don’t know can hurt us, especially when it comes to prescription medication. The increasing popularity of the potent painkiller and anti-anxiety drug Lyrica in the Middle East has
With rates of addiction rising among women, it’s becoming clear that a one-size-fits-all approach to treatment does not adequately address the unique impacts of this disease on different genders. Modern
With cocaine use at an all time high in Sydney and urban Australia, you might be wondering, “just how addictive is cocaine?” Though the increasing prevalence of its use might
Many people in recovery from addiction wonder if they’ll ever be able to let their guard down on staying sober. It is an important question, given the profound impacts of
The simple answer is RIGHT NOW. Why? Because an addiction only worsens with time; so committing yourself to getting help now is critical to preserving your health, your relationships, and your financial wellbeing. For most of us, few days pass that aren’t completely filled to the brim. We are constantly
Narcissism and drug addiction often go hand-in-hand since individuals with narcissistic personalities need to find a way to escape their overwhelming emotional anxiety and pain. Similarly, most addicts have narcissistic traits. An addicted narcissist may have unique challenges in getting treatment, such as feelings of entitlement in addiction recovery, and so
Mark uses cocaine every weekend with his friends. He has a high-pressure job as an investment banker. He works hard. He plays hard. And if you ask him if he has a cocaine addiction, his response would be “Don’t I deserve to relax with my friends after a hard week
An unsolicited treatment review by one of our clients – anxiety sufferer Kirsty spent 21 long years in and out of therapy before finally finding treatment that worked for her. “I’ve been in and out of counselling, group therapy, psychiatric wards and rehabilitation my whole adult life – but somehow
