Substance Use & Addiction

57+ min ago   (429+ words) Taking a break from your phone and social media probably seems unrealistic. But digital detox is a health and wellness trend that may bring balance back into your life — or at least put your technology use in perspective. The world's…...

40+ min ago   (406+ words) Addiction does not always begin with a major life crisis. Sometimes, it develops gradually through repeated habits, emotional pressure, or the desire to escape difficult situations. Over time, substance use can affect judgement, relationships, professional responsibilities, and personal health. Recognising…...

34+ min ago   (465+ words) Short answer: A digital detox is a voluntary, time-limited reduction in social media and device use. The evidence for its benefits is encouraging but still limited, so the most sensible way to do one is in phases: observe your habits,…...

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6+ day, 21+ hour ago   (162+ words) 'I was living in a tent - one Google search changed my life' Coventry Telegraph A Binley man has shared his inspiring story of overcoming addiction and homelessness after finding help through charity Emmaus Billy was sleeping rough in a tent…...

3+ hour, 16+ min ago   (705+ words) A better way to browse. Learn more. A full-screen app on your home screen with push notifications, badges and more. Risa Mallory is a retired psychotherapist from Canada and a hub Topic leader. After a serious cardiovascular event in 2018 she…...

1+ hour, 44+ min ago   (1324+ words) A mother claims that her “addiction” to a sober wellness drink triggered a problem with alcoholism – which saw her enter rehab the day after her baby had turned one. Meggie Austin had started taking Feel Free Tonics – which are marketed…...

2+ hour, 18+ min ago   (427+ words) A north Essex rehab centre has warned that more drug addicts are reporting cocaine contaminated with deadly opioid fentanyl. Sanctuary Lodge, based in Halstead, said it has heard from clients who believe they were exposed to fentanyl through cocaine use....

21+ hour, 29+ min ago   (185+ words) Former smokers who switch to e-cigarettes may face a greater risk of lung cancer, according to a study of more than 4.3 million people published in Nature Medicine. E-cigarettes have often been promoted as a less harmful way to stop smoking,…...

6+ hour, 40+ min ago   (1885+ words) My path to Holding Space Healing began with my own healing journey about 15 years ago. I started attending retreats with Jenny Aiello, where I had the opportunity to slow down and do some deep self-discovery. That experience opened something in…...