Can Alcoholics Control Drinking?
It is tempting, after a period of sobriety, for an alcoholic to think they are cured and can control drinking. Controlled drinking for an alcoholic is an illusion. Find out why here…
Addiction Relapse 101
Addiction relapse happens but it can be prevented. Find out more about how to avoid relapse and how to handle it if it occurs…
Prescription Medication and Addiction
Addiction to prescription medication is a growing problem. It’s easy to become addicted without knowing it. Find out more here…
Staying Sober at Christmas
Christmas can be a challenging time for those who are in recovery – but it doesn’t need to be. Take a look at our top tips for surviving the festive season, here – You might even enjoy it!
10 Common Relapse Triggers (and how to handle them)
Triggers affect everyone but can be especially challenging for those in early recovery. Take a look at 10 common triggers, how to handle them, and how to reframe your mindset here.
Working Out Recovery
Staying clean and sober is more than not drinking or using. It is about caring for your well-being as a whole. The right fitness routine can help you find a healthy balance of body, mind, and spirit. Find out more here…
Understanding Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
With regard to addiction counselling, cognitive behavioral therapy helps people address problematic thoughts and feelings towards alcohol or their substance of choice.. Find out more here…
Handling Finances in Recovery
Rebuilding your finances is an important part of your recovery and early recovery can be an especially challenging time. Find out more here…
Effects of Addiction & Alcoholism on Nutrition
Drug addiction and alcoholism have devastating affects on the body, resulting in many addicts and alcoholics becoming malnourished. Find out more here…
10 Things to Stop if you Live with an Addict/Alcoholic
Living with an addict or alcoholic can be a lot to bear but are you helping or enabling them? You might not realise it but your trying-to-help behaviour could be doing more harm than good.