Addiction Help
Detox vs Rehab for Addiction: What’s the Difference?
If you think that you might be struggling with a drug or alcohol problem, you might be wondering “do I need rehab? Or do I just need detox?” The two terms are often used together, and so it can be difficult to judge which might be best if you are unaware of the differences. In…
Read MoreCannabis Withdrawal Symptoms and Timeline
Cannabis, also known as ‘marijuana’ or ‘weed’ can be a highly addictive substance. If you attempt to quit cannabis after years of frequent use, you might experience a range of distressing withdrawal symptoms. While marijuana is often perceived as a ‘soft’ drug with minimal risk (compared to ‘hard’ drugs like cocaine and MDMA), long-term use…
Read MoreThe Connection Between Anger & Addiction
Anger is a natural emotion that we all feel from time to time. It is often intertwined with addiction, creating a difficult cycle to break. New Leaf Recovery understands the impact of anger and addiction on loved ones; this is why we provide treatment and therapies to help those struggling with addiction. Our aim is…
Read MoreEminem’s Addiction Story
Eminem is a generational talent, and will go down in history as one of the world’s best ever rappers. However, behind the fame, Eminem struggled with an opioid addiction that almost claimed his life. When Eminem released his track “Somebody Save Me” in 2024, he openly raps about his struggles with addiction. He likely knew…
Read MoreSymptoms & Long-Term Effects of Cocaine Addiction
Cocaine is a very powerful, highly addictive drug. The substance can wreak havoc on the mind and body, leading to a range of harmful physical and psychological conditions. It should therefore come as a shock that cocaine abuse is on the rise in the UK. So much so that the UK has been described as…
Read MoreAnt McPartlin’s Road to Recovery
For decades, Ant McPartlin was a fixture on our TV screens almost every weekend of the year, beaming next to his presenting partner, Declan Donnelly. Famous for their Saturday night entertainment and his unbreakable bond with Dec, they enjoyed widespread success and adoration from global fans. He was at the height of his career. Behind…
Read MoreEFT Explained
Tapping Through Addiction Recovery Emotional freedom techniques, referred to as EFT and more commonly known as tapping, is a holistic approach to rehabilitation and addiction recovery. Although traditional forms of rehabilitation remain the foundation of addiction recovery programmes, at New Leaf Recovery, we have utilised a range of holistic methods to aid our clients in…
Read More7 Reasons Why People Abuse Alcohol
With Alcohol Awareness Week 2025 just around the corner (7th – 13th July), it’s important to have open discussions about the nature of alcohol consumption here in the UK. Whilst alcohol is a go-to for many people when it comes to socialising, relaxing after a long day, or as a way to celebrate a special…
Read MoreUnderstanding Co-Codamol Withdrawal Symptoms
At New Leaf Recovery, we understand how prescription medications can sometimes lead to unintended consequences. One such example is co-codamol, a pain-relief medication that, when used long-term or in high doses, can result in physical dependence or even addiction. If you or someone close to you is experiencing difficulties coming off co-codamol, understanding the withdrawal…
Read MoreDemi Lovato’s Addiction Story
Demi Lovato is one of the most recognisable voices in modern pop music, known not only for their powerhouse vocals and chart-topping hits, but also for their openness about their personal struggles with addiction and mental health. Rising to fame as a teenager on Disney Channel, Demi went on to pursue successful music career, releasing…
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