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Jamie Lee Curtis: Battle With Addiction
Jamie Lee Curtis, the award-winning actress, fought a battle with addiction that was kept hidden. The 63-year-old has now openly spoken out about her addiction to alcohol and Vicodin, a form of paracetamol, which started in 1989 after minor plastic surgery. Her addiction spanned 10 years, but she always maintained that no one knew. After…
Read MoreCelebrating Milestones in Recovery
Having been in addiction recovery, it is important throughout your recovery journey to celebrate your milestones and achievements. Achieving these milestones is a way of making it clear to yourself and others that you have chosen a better life and that you are working hard to achieve and maintain that. It can be incredibly difficult…
Read MoreIs the Prescription Medication Xanax Addictive?
In the UK, Xanax is most frequently referred to as Alprazolam or Benzodiazepines (Benzos). It is a prescription medication frequently given to people with anxiety or panic disorders. However, due to how quickly it provides comfort, it can become very addictive. As Xanax is swiftly absorbed into the bloodstream, it will provide you with fast-acting…
Read MoreCan Pets Aid Addiction Recovery?
Roughly 59% of households in the UK have a pet! That is a staggering total of approximately 17 million homes! Pets become part of the family when in the home. They become part of daily routines of life and people tend to change their routines around their pets too! But did you know that pets…
Read MoreImportance of Mental Health
Mental Health Issues are on the rise! In today’s world where we are always connected, mental health cases are rising rapidly. More people are suffering with anxiety, depression, and a sense of loneliness. Although this is not something new, it has been boosted significantly in terms of awareness and numbers since the Covid-19 pandemic. It…
Read MoreAerosmith’s Steven Tyler Has Relapsed
Steven Tyler, singer for the rock band Aerosmith, has relapsed. This relapse has sadly meant the band have had to cancel their June and July gigs in Las Vegas, leaving fans saddened by this and the news of Steven. For over a decade now Steven has been sober. His last visit to rehab was in…
Read MoreRussell Brand’s Story Through Addiction
Russell Brand has been at the front of sobriety in the public eye for a long time. Despite going through his recovery many years ago, he continues to use his platform, as a comedian, author, actor, and podcaster, to motivate others with his story. Addiction in the Spotlight He has candidly spoken about his journey…
Read MoreBoredom in Addiction Recovery
Feeling bored is a part of life and is not an uncommon feeling. There are many reasons to feel bored, but boredom isn’t always bad. The human brain simply cannot sustain 24/7 stimulation and needs downtime and rest, even if these moments feel boring. But in today’s fast-paced society, boredom has been demonised. But for…
Read MoreWhere Did the 12 Steps Come From?
You’ve probably heard of the 12 steps programme, especially if you’ve ever considered addiction recovery. But what exactly is it, how did it start, and how did it become so widely spread as one of the most well know recovery programmes? What Is the 12 Steps Programme? The 12 steps programme is a popular addiction…
Read MoreWhy You’re an Angry Drunk and How to Stop
An angry drunk is how many people jokingly refer to someone that becomes unpredictable or violent after drinking alcohol. The range of an angry drunk can be from someone that becomes mean or a bit shouty, to someone who is far too aggressive for the setting. Hostile behaviour such as this can be a real…
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