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Commonly discussed topics in group therapy
Therapy for substance abuse can come in different forms, some can be considered more effective than others depending on perspective, and this can be very subjective. At the end of the day, each person is different. What might be effective for one person, might not work so well for another. Group therapy is widely considered…
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The Schemas That Contribute to Addiction
Addiction can be difficult to cope with, and many addicts are afraid of starting an addiction recovery program because they don’t want to be away from their drug of choice, whether it’s alcohol or drugs. One reason people continue to struggle with addiction is that they feel as though they have no other options –…
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Featured addiction: Alcohol Addiction
Alcohol addiction derives from alcoholism, a severe form of alcohol abuse. When managing drinking habits become an impossibility this is commonly referred to as an alcohol use disorder. Alcohol use disorder is split into three categories: mild, moderate, and severe. Each category has various symptoms to look out for which can cause harmful side effects…
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Addictions in the workplace
Contrary to popular belief, many of those struggling with addiction to prescription or illicit drugs continue to hold down a job. More than 70% of those with an alcohol use disorder also work. Some people who abuse drugs or alcohol whilst on the job might do so to qualify as “high-functioning” or to help them…
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What is Alcohol Use Disorder? Characteristics & Levels of Alcoholism
Someone who has an alcohol use disorder (AUD) is someone who has a physical and mental dependence on alcohol. Alcoholism is a brain disease and is a serious psychological illness that sees the inability to stop drinking despite actual or potential negative consequences. What are the common characteristics of someone with an alcohol use disorder?…
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Hidden Alcoholism and Secret Drinking
Honesty is the best approach when it comes to battling an addiction and seeking help. There is a saying in the addiction recovery community that says “You’re only as sick as your secrets” – which depends of course on the context and who has said it but when it comes to addiction honesty is the…
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Is There A Link Between Alcohol and Depression
Alcohol and depression are often conditions that occur together and when coexisting can make the other worse if not treated correctly. If you already have been diagnosed with depression, alcohol can worsen symptoms of mood disorders and depression may even cause people to begin drinking in large quantities in the first place. The good news…
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Going Cold Turkey: The Wrong Way to Quit Alcohol
If you are a prolific drinker, simply just quitting alcohol isn’t the right way to go – in fact it can be incredibly dangerous. It is important that you know the dangers of suddenly quitting alcohol, especially if your body has relied on it for a long period of time. It is likely if you…
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Addiction, Loneliness & Recovery
Loneliness is often described as a feeling of disconnect for the world and feeling like you don’t have anyone that really understands you. Young people are said to feel the loneliest of all age groups with a staggering 40% of 16-24 year olds claiming they feel lonely often or very often to the 27% of…
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How to Talk to a Functioning Alcoholic
A ‘functioning alcoholic’ is a term used to define someone who may not seem like they have any form of alcohol-related issue, but are secretly dependent on it. They don’t have all the typical signs people would look out for in an alcoholic, so many people will not realise what, really, is going on. On…
