Diazepam is a sedative medication of the benzodiazepine class, prescribed for anxiety, seizures, fits and muscle spasms. It’s also used in hospitals to ease alcohol withdrawal and as a s
In recent years, fentanyl has emerged as a major player in the opioid crisis, overshadowing heroin due to its potent and often deadly effects. Both fentanyl and heroin are opioids, but t
Ever experienced feelings of sadness, anxiety, or depression the day after drinking alcohol? Often referred to as the "booze blues," this is a common experience among drinkers in the UK
Addiction is a chronic disease. It is not something that develops overnight. Similarly, it is also not something that can be cured in an instant.
Addiction recovery is a process; it t
The increase in Pregabalin-related deaths has created a panic among healthcare professionals, regulators, and patients about the need for tougher prescribing guidelines, awareness of its
“Date rape” drugs, which include substances like Rohypnol, Gamma Hydroxybutyrate (GHB), and Ketamine, can be colourless, odourless, and tasteless, making them nearly impossible to de
Prescription drugs, intended for legitimate medical purposes, have increasingly been misused by individuals seeking euphoric effects similar to those provided by illegal drugs. This misu
If we think about portrayals of addiction in the media, we will often think of the heavy use of alcohol or illicit drugs. However, this only shows one side of the addiction experience. T
When we think of drug addiction, we may automatically think about the use of and dependency on illicit substances. That means that the language around addiction frequently conjures image
Making the first moves towards recovery is a big step. Addiction can be debilitating, but for many people, it can feel easier – and often safer – to stay in the cycles of addiction r
Zopiclone is a non-benzodiazepine drug. It is most commonly used to treat insomnia. Zopiclone is often referred to as a “Z-drug”, along with Zolpidem and Zelplon. The drug works by r
It’s estimated that there are over 60,000 alcoholics in the UK, with just 18% receiving alcohol addiction treatment. The effect of alcohol on the lives of people struggling with an add
