The Connection Between Trauma and Substance Abuse
People can be drawn into substance misuse for all sorts of reasons. Sometimes it may be through boredom or peer pressure. People may use drugs or alcohol to help them relax or for pleasure. Sometimes it may be an attempt to self-medicate or as a coping mechanism for various issues,
Is There a Link Between Cannabis and Dementia?
The debate around the legalisation and benefits of cannabis has raged worldwide for several decades. Legalisation and decriminalisation efforts have increased, resulting in the substance becoming slowly more widely accepted. There is, however, growing public concern over cannabis and long-term brain health, where the long-term effects of cannabis are still
Everything You Need to Know About the Brain-PACER Study
Addiction is a very complex condition that is difficult to treat. It has psychological and habitual elements, but also involves long-lasting changes to the way the brain functions. The US National Institute on Drug Abuse says: “Addiction is defined as a chronic, relapsing disorder characterised by compulsive drug seeking and
How to Overcome FOMO in Recovery
Deciding to start your journey of recovery is something you should be incredibly proud of. It’s a life-changing decision, and it’s a very difficult thing to do. Yet, amidst the newfound clarity and restored sense of purpose, many individuals find themselves struggling with a lingering sense of the fear of
