by ibizacalm_obp0x5 | Aug 27, 2024 | News
Alcohol is the intoxicating component in wine, beer, and spirits like vodka and whiskey. Yes,it is a drug. It is a psychoactive substance which means it affects the way the brain works, triggering changes in mood, perception, thoughts, feelings, or behaviour. For many...
by ibizacalm_obp0x5 | Aug 27, 2024 | News
The school holidays are coming to an end. Following six weeks of having the kids at home, hanging around under your feet; after snacks and entertainment (pre-teens); or sleeping in until lunchtime then rising and grunting at you (teenagers); getting them back into the...
by ibizacalm_obp0x5 | Aug 27, 2024 | News
Over 5% of all deaths worldwide result from the harmful use of alcohol. It is a factor in over 200 different illnesses, diseases, and injuries. In addition to the health repercussions of alcohol misuse – it has huge negative consequences on society both socially...
by ibizacalm_obp0x5 | Aug 27, 2024 | News
Figures published earlier this year (2021), by the Home Office, show that cannabis and cocaine continue to be the most popular illegal drugs in the UK. Amphetamines have become more widespread in the north of England and nitrous oxide use has risen in the...
by ibizacalm_obp0x5 | Aug 24, 2024 | News
Residential rehab is typically linked with substance misuse and addiction. However, reasons to consider a rehab centre for depression, is also a practical and sensible option for those struggling with depression, or any other mental health condition, who need the...
by ibizacalm_obp0x5 | Aug 14, 2024 | News
Substance abuse, addiction, and mental health problems including bipolar, depression and anxiety, not only affect the individual suffering, but they can also impact upon the whole family. The effects can be far-reaching, influencing finances, relationships, health,...
by ibizacalm_obp0x5 | Jul 27, 2024 | News
Each year, globally, March the 1st marks Self-Harm Awareness Day (also known as Self Injury Awareness Day); shedding light on a complex and often stigmatised and misunderstood issue, that can affect anyone, no matter their age or gender. Self-harm, or self-injury, is...
by ibizacalm_obp0x5 | Jul 27, 2024 | News
“Nothing changes if nothing changes: Change is a process, not an event: Life on life’s terms: Progress, not perfection.” If you are already in addiction recovery, have attended a fellowship meeting, know someone in addiction recovery, have read a self-help book or...
by ibizacalm_obp0x5 | Jul 27, 2024 | News
Trauma is more than just an unfortunate event; it’s an experience that can deeply shake a person’s sense of safety and well-being. Traumatic experiences often leave lasting scars on a person’s psyche, influencing their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. The effects...
by ibizacalm_obp0x5 | Jul 27, 2024 | News
The phrase, and belief, that “the opposite of addiction is connection,” has been expressed in fellowship meetings, support groups, and encouraged by mental health and addiction specialists for many years. British journalist Johann Hari popularised the saying and...