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You may have heard of the term ADHD – but what IS ADHD? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD, is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders that occur during childhood – this is because the disorder is typically first diagnosed in childhood.
However, adults can also be diagnosed with ADHD, as ADHD typically lasts throughout adulthood. [i]
Thinking of going through detox at home? Here are a few things you ought to consider before you commit.
For some, detox is a terrifying process. Going through the process in your own home could be the answer, but is home detox right for you? It isn’t possible for everyone and it might not suit your addiction, recovery time, or needs. Here’s all you need to know about home detox and if it is right for you or not. [Read more…] about Home Detox: Is It Right for You?
Valentine’s Day can trigger the hopeless, lonely feeling that drives addicts to use drugs and alcohol.
This time of year, can be emotionally jarring for many of us. If you are an addict in recovery, it’s important to take steps to protect yourself from slipping. Many addicts fear loneliness and rejection because we have experienced so much abandonment by people in the past. Whether our own actions pushed people away or not, Valentine’s Day can be a keen reminder that our addiction is a lonely place to be. [Read more…] about Valentine’s Day as a Trigger to Use Drugs or Alcohol
Thinking about keeping track of how much you drink? We have resources that can help you claim back control.
Here at Help4Addiction, we have always maintained that preventing an addiction is better than finding a cure for one. If we want to effectively combat the addiction crisis in England and Wales, we need to educate, enlighten, and help people fight back before the brewing addiction becomes an active one. [Read more…] about What is an Alcoholic Drinks Journal and Why It’s a Good Idea to Keep One?
If you have never been to rehab before, how do you know how long recovery will take?
When faced with the decision of which is the best rehab clinic for you, part of the decision will incorporate how long it is likely to take for you to recover. We could tell you that different people will take different lengths of time to recover from addiction, but you already know that. Instead, let us examine factors that influence your recovery and talk about the rehab times you might need.
Advice on how to support a loved one suffering from alcohol or drug addiction and recovery.
When you are a recovering addict, you appreciate all the help you can get to stay sober. Some days, this means accepting a coffee instead of going for a drink. Some days this means being able to call a friend up at 4:00 AM just to chat about how you’re struggling. Whatever gets help to stay sober means to you, here are some top tips that will help your loved one’s care for you during your recovery journey.