Codeine Withdrawal Symptoms Timeline

Codeine Withdrawal Timeline

At New Leaf Recovery, we recognise that prescription medications like codeine can provide much-needed relief from pain and discomfort. However, long-term or excessive use can lead to physical dependence and, in many cases, addiction. If you or a loved one are trying to stop using codeine, it’s important to understand what the withdrawal process looks…

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Al Pacino Alcohol Addiction & Decades of Sobriety

Al Pacino Alcohol Addiction Struggles

Al Pacino is a world-renowned actor, famous for his iconic performances over the decades, including characters such as Michael Corleone and Tony Montana. He has been successful in conjuring up intense performances that have redefined acting throughout the decades. Sadly, behind the legendary roles and critical acclaim, he has a deeply personal story of addiction,…

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Drug Use & Sleep Disturbance

Drugs and sleep disturbance

The use of recreational drugs and substances can have an impact on the quality of your sleep in different ways. Different drugs can have different effects, including keeping you alert, making it harder to maintain sleep, or altering your sleep patterns between rapid eye-movement sleep (light sleep) and non-rapid eye-movement sleep (deep sleep). Sleep can…

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Addiction: The Price of Fame

Addiction and Fame

As a celebrity, finding moments of privacy without the limelight can be difficult. Sadly, the pressures and scrutiny that the media and society places on celebrities can lead to negative impacts on their physical and mental health, and relationships. As a direct result of this, many celebrities turn to some form of substance abuse, that…

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Why Am I A Sad Drunk? And How To Stop

Why am I a sad drunk

We’ve all been there – we’re out drinking with our friends in a lively social setting, the mood feels right, and you’ve just ordered your next delicious pint or cocktail. Except there’s just one problem – after you finish it, you start feeling sad for seemingly no reason. You expected to be purchasing a one-way…

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Genetics & Addiction: Exploring the Connection

Genetics in Addiction

It has long been thought that genetics & addiction have some form of connection, particularly when there is a family history of addiction struggles. Many people are curious about the role that genetics has to play in addiction. Is addiction genetic? Just because you have family members who struggle with addiction does not mean that…

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Ben Affleck: Getting Back on Track

Getting on the right track, Ben Affleck

Ben Affleck is a global acting star, well known for his roles in blockbuster movies such as Batman, Argo & Good Will Hunting. His rise to stardom from an early age appeared to be struggle free to the outside world, but sadly Affleck was privately struggling with alcoholism for many years before this came into…

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Alcohol Shakes and Tremors: When to Seek Help

Alcohol shakes and tremors

Alcohol shakes and tremors can be very worrying for those who experience them, especially when it’s considered that involuntarily shaking can be an early sign of alcohol addiction. Alcohol tremors are involuntarily responses to the withdrawal of alcohol from the body’s system. These physical symptoms can be unsettling and, at times, even frightening, especially for…

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What Is a Come Down? Coping With Drug Withdrawal Symptoms

Coping with a come down

If you’ve ever heard someone describe how they feel the next day after taking drugs or drinking heavily, you’ve probably heard the term ‘come down’ on more than one occasion. But what exactly is meant by the term ‘come down’? And why do they happen? In this blog, we’ll breakdown everything you need to know…

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How Long Does It Take to Rewire the Brain From Addiction?

Rewiring the Brain from Addiction

Rewiring the brain from addiction is a gradual process that can take anywhere from a few weeks to several years, depending on the individual.   Addiction alters the brain’s chemistry and circuitry, making recovery a complex journey. It requires both consistent personal effort and professional guidance.   In this blog, we explore the different stages of brain…

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