7 Reasons Why People Abuse Drugs

7 Reasons Why People Abuse Drugs

There are many reasons as to why individuals abuse drugs, and they will vary greatly from individual to individual.   There is a harmful misconception that it is only ‘bad people’ or certain groups in society who abuse drugs, and that the reasons must therefore be linked to flawed or defective character.  However, in this blog,…

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Gambling in Gaming & The Risks of Addiction

Gambling in Gaming

Level Up On Your Awareness  Gaming, with a particular focus on social and video gaming, has evolved and grown rapidly over the last few decades, going from being a form of simple entertainment to vast immersive worlds. For many people, gaming offers a connection with friends, skill building opportunities and an imaginative escape from the…

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10 Signs You May Need Rehab (And When It’s Time to Seek Help)

10 Signs of Needing Help

Addiction can be difficult to come to terms with. Due to its taboo nature, many people are in the dark about its key signs and symptoms. This makes it difficult to know when it might be the right time to go to rehab if you suspect yourself or a loved one has an addiction to…

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Euphoria’s Raw Look At Addiction & Recovery

Euphoria's Look at Addiction

HBO’s Euphoria has captivated audiences with its stunning cinematography and raw portrayal of teenage life. While celebrated for its bold narrative choices, the show doesn’t shy away from the darker realities of drug addiction that many young people face today. It provides an unsettling yet deeply moving look at the chaotic and heartbreaking world of…

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Pro’s & Cons of Private Addiction Rehabilitation

Pros of Private Addiction Rehab

When it comes to private addiction rehabilitation, there are many factors to consider before taking the step towards your recovery. With both public and private options available, you may be left questioning which option is right for your rehab. At New Leaf Recovery, we provide private addiction rehabilitation for those who have understood their addiction,…

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Healthy Coping Mechanisms for Stress & Anxiety 

Coping with Stress & Anxiety

Life can often become overwhelming, throwing everything at you. From deadlines to bills and relationships, many of life’s situations can become too much to handle well. This is when we find the familiar feelings of stress and anxiety creeping in.   At New Leaf Recovery, we understand the importance of navigating your emotions well in order…

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Understanding Co-Codamol Withdrawal Symptoms

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…

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Demi Lovato’s Addiction Story

Demi Lovato's Addiction

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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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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