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Alternative Ways of Relaxing Without Alcohol
When looking to navigate post-rehab life after struggling with alcohol addiction, finding alternative ways to relax can feel like a challenge. It doesn’t have to be! At New Leaf Recovery, we not only provide you with effective rehabilitation for alcohol addiction, but we provide you with well-founded techniques that can help with anxiety, stress or…
Read MoreThe Concerning Rise in Ketamine Addiction
The landscape of substance abuse has seen a shift in recent years within the UK with one drug in particular seeing a concerning rise in recreational use and subsequent addiction: Ketamine. Once known as a veterinary tranquiliser or anaesthetic, ketamine’s rising presence on party scenes across the UK has grown, leading to a silently growing…
Read MoreAm I Addicted to Prescription Drugs?
Prescription drug addiction is often a hidden danger. Because prescription pills like codeine, diazepam and amphetamines are often prescribed by medical professionals, many people assume that they are safe and therefore non-addictive. However, this is far from the case. Prescription drugs like can be just as addictive as ‘harder’ drugs like cocaine or ecstasy, if…
Read MoreThe Rise in Heroin Addiction Related Fatalities
The weight of addiction, whatever the substance, can feel like an impossible burden for many. It is always important to know that you are not alone, and you can always seek support for your struggles with New Leaf Recovery in Birmingham. With a rise in the number of fatalities related to heroin addiction across the…
Read MoreWhat Does a Typical Day in Rehab Look Like?
When considering treatment for a drug or alcohol addiction, it’s natural to feel anxious. For many people, what goes on in rehab is a complete mystery. This leads many to wonder “what happens in rehab?” Or “what is rehab actually like?” At New Leaf Recovery, we’re here to shed light on what to expect when…
Read MoreThe Rise in Infrequent Drug Use in The UK
The Risks & Dangers This Still Poses for Users In recent years, UK headlines have focused heavily on the number of drug-related deaths and growing harm from particular substances; however, it has not shone the spotlight on the shifting patterns and behaviours of drug users within the UK. When diving into the data provided on…
Read MoreHow To Get Someone Into Rehab
Have you observed a loved one’s drug or alcohol problem spiral out of control? Have they become withdrawn, more secretive, or visibly look different? It can be heartbreaking to see someone suffer when they might be unaware of it, or if they’re reluctant to admit they have a problem. You don’t want to offend them,…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Synthetic Drugs
Synthetic drugs have rapidly become a concern in the UK over recent years, growing in prevenance, accessibility and use. Often, these drugs are marketed as ‘legal highs’ or sold under appealing yet false names. Unfortunately, they are far more dangerous than many people realise, causing intense psychological effects, an unpredictable nature and a high risk…
Read MoreHow Long Is Rehab?
If you or a loved one is struggling with a drug or alcohol problem, you’re probably wondering: ‘how long is rehab?’ or ‘how long does rehab take?’ Unfortunately, there isn’t a straight-forward answer. That’s because there is no set timeline for how long rehab takes. Every addiction is unique, and so the time it takes…
Read MoreWhat’s The Connection Between Cocaine and Memory Loss?
The use of cocaine can cause many short-term and long-term health effects. One of the most prominent of which is memory loss. Whether it’s forgetting small details, becoming clumsier or more disorganised, or experiencing black-outs and memory gaps, long-term cocaine use can wreak havoc on your brain’s ability to retain and store information. In this…
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