Money Troubles
Talk Money and Addiction
Navigating Finances in Recovery: A Look at Money and Addiciton Money and addiction are two powerful forces that often intersect in the lives of those on the path to recovery and rehabilitation. Talk Money Week acts as a crucial annual event that encourages discussions about financial well-being. Further inviting people to open up about their…
Read MoreNational Recovery Month 2023
What Is National Recovery Month 2023? In September 2023, we’ll be celebrating National Recovery Month for the 34th time. It’s an annual event where we dedicate the month to raising awareness for people in the recovery journey of their mental health and substance use struggles. National Recovery Month was started in 1989, by the Substance…
Read MoreLuke Ashton’s Story: UK Gambling Addiction Crisis
NHS England Chief Executive, Amanda Pritchard, has issued a warning about the alarming rise in gambling addiction cases and the concerning impact of gambling advertisements on children and adults. To address the growing demand for help, the NHS is increasing its support for individuals struggling with gambling problems. In addition, the NHS plans to establish…
Read MoreGiving Support Without Enabling Addiction
Watching a loved one struggle with addiction can be incredibly difficult, and it’s natural to want to help in any way possible. However, it’s essential to be mindful of the potential for co-dependency, a pattern of behaviour in which an individual becomes overly involved with their loved one’s addictive behaviours and loses sight of their…
Read MoreThe Link Between Trauma and Addiction
Addiction is a complex and multifaceted issue, often rooted in a person’s past experiences and emotional state. Trauma is one such experience that has been found to be closely linked to addiction. Trauma can cause a variety of emotional, psychological, and physical symptoms that may lead to self-medicating behaviours, including substance abuse. Research shows that…
Read MoreThe Importance of Stress Awareness Month
Stress is a common trigger for addiction relapse, making it crucial to develop healthy coping mechanisms for managing stress during addiction recovery. That’s why we’re highlighting the importance of stress awareness during the month of April: National Stress Awareness Month. This Year’s Theme: ACT NOW This year’s theme takes a slightly different approach to previous…
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