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From Bagpipes to Battle Cries: Scotland’s Fight Against Addiction
Dundee, like other UK cities, has long been noted for its alcohol consumption (on a Saturday night one might wonder ruefully if it’s our national sport), and excessive alcohol consumption was and still is a problem. But if that’s not bad enough, someone has been pouring on the coals over the last few years because these days, Scotland is considered the drug death capital of Europe...
Ketamine – Is This Really the Way to Have Fun?
As someone who loves his country and is proud to be British, I’m saddened to see that young people in the UK today are going out to party and using Ketamine which, amongst other things, is a horse tranquilizer but when taken recreationally can turn fun-loving party-goers into hallucinating zombies.
I Feel Totally in Control Over My Life
I feel clean physically and mentally, and I have dug deeper than ever before and have accomplished so much. I’m 100% confident that I will stay on the right path from everything I have learnt on this programme, and I can now be the man I want to be. I’m grateful that I have stuck it out to the end. Even though it was difficult at times, I would recommend this programme to anyone.
You’re Not Alone: Family Support for Drug Addiction in the UK
Seeing a loved one struggle with drug addiction can be incredibly difficult and isolating. It’s important to remember you’re not on your own. Many families in the UK face this challenge, and there's a range of support available to help you cope and navigate this tough time.
Some Steps for Preventing Addiction
Improve your health. Feeling tired, not well or being in pain opens the door to drug and alcohol abuse. A healthy, nutritious diet is important to maintaining health and preventing disease.
Protect Your Heart by Avoiding Heavy Drinking
You may have heard that alcohol has some medicinal value, and at the same time you have probably heard how many people lose their lives to alcohol consumption .
Are You Leaving Pills in Easy Reach?
A new study from Johns Hopkins shows that many parents are still not fully aware of the dangers of prescription medication abuse , and the need for keeping pills locked up out of the way of children.
Celebrity Corruption of Youth
More celebrity irresponsibleness is manifesting this week in the world of drugs. This time with Kim Kardashians range of clothes promoting drugs.
When is Addiction a Moral Issue
When deciding to try drugs initially, no one can deny there is a strong moral element. The same goes for pushing self through rehabilitation and onto long lasting sobriety.
A City in Crisis
Drug use in Belfast is being termed as epidemic. A recent article by the Belfast Telegraph, shows disturbing stories, all from just this month.