Addiction Support
Grief, Loss & Addiction: Navigating Triggers on Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate and honour the women who have played an important role in our lives. However, for individuals who have experienced loss, whether through death, estrangement, or other means, Mother’s Day can be a difficult and triggering time. The Complexities of Grief and Loss Grief and loss can be complex…
Read MoreTime to Talk Day: It’s Time to Change
Time to Talk Day is an annual event that takes place in the UK, this year on the 2nd of February, to raise awareness about mental health and encourage people to start conversations about mental health and wellbeing. The awareness day and associated event is an opportunity for people to talk openly and honestly about…
Read MoreRecord Alcohol Deaths From Pandemic Drinking: How to Overcome Addiction
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the way we live our lives. From lockdowns and social distancing measures to job losses and other stressors, the past few years have been a difficult and uncertain time for many people. Unfortunately, some have turned to alcohol as a coping mechanism, leading to a record…
Read MoreThe Relationship Between Seasonal Affective Disorder & Addiction
Seasonal affective disorder, also known as SADs, is a type of depression that occurs during certain seasons, typically in the autumn and winter months. It is believed to be caused by a lack of sunlight, which can disrupt the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle and lead to feelings of sadness, fatigue, and decreased energy. SAD is…
Read MoreThe Post-Holiday Blues: Addiction & Blue Monday
The time of year, when the highs of the holiday season have worn off, and the Christmas comedown sets in. We may begin to search elsewhere to find that holiday thrill. Synthetic highs, such as drugs and alcohol, begin to look like an easy replacement to restore that buzz. What Makes January So Tough? For…
Read MoreWhat Should I Bring to Rehab?
If you’ve decided to enter a rehab facility to access addiction treatment and get the support you need, then you may be wondering what to pack. Here at New Leaf Recovery, we’ve compiled this handy guide to help you decide what you should bring to rehab, and what’s best left at home. How Long Should…
Read MorePrincess Catherine of Wales Is Taking Action on Addiction
Princess Catherine of Wales has been in the news recently championing addiction recovery and offering words of support as a face of the new Taking Action on Addiction campaign. Her support for addiction recovery has long been known, as she has been a Patron of the Forward Trust charity since last year, which is behind…
Read MoreAlcohol Awareness Week, You CAN Change
On this, the last day of Alcohol Awareness Week 2022 [18th – 25th November], we here at New Leaf Recovery wanted to take a moment to reflect upon the theme of the week, change. If you’re becoming more aware of the idea that you may in fact have a problem when it comes to alcohol,…
Read MoreWhat to Expect From Rehab
The first step in addiction recovery is recognizing the problem and understanding where to get help from. Rehab programmes can be one of the most helpful treatments for drug and alcohol dependence, usually in residential facilities. You do not have to determine which facility or treatment option best fits you by yourself, as an assessment…
Read MoreMatty Healy of The 1975, Recovering Addict
Matty Healy has been a popular face in the media for a number of years. In his recent interviews for his latest album Being Funny In A Foreign Language, he’s opened up further about his struggles with heroin addiction during his time in the band. Healy’s addiction to heroin lasted for around 4 years, whilst…
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