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What are the Benefits of Dry January?
Dry January has gained immense popularity in recent years as individuals look to reassess their relationship with alcohol and place greater emphasis on their mental and physical well-being. Taking a break from drinking for just one month offers numerous health benefits that extend well beyond January. For some, it’s a health-conscious decision. For others, it’s…
Read MoreEmotions & The New Year
The New Year often brings about a sense of hope and renewal, a time for a fresh start and a better year ahead. Emotions around the festive and New Year period can be heightened in many different ways for everyone. Whether it becomes a time to enjoy, party and spend time with loved ones, or…
Read MoreAddiction at Christmas: 8 Tips for a Sober Festive Season
The Christmas holidays can be a challenging time for those who have undergone rehabilitative therapy for an alcohol or drug addiction. Christmas is typically a time for indulgence – full plates, full glasses and even fuller bellies. This can make it challenging for those attempting to overcome addiction, which requires the very opposite: self-control and…
Read MoreAlternatives for Enjoying Festivities in Recovery
When in recovery, we understand that finding ways to enjoy the festivities of Christmas can be difficult. Christmas is a time full of cheer, lots of alcohol and celebrations. But it can also be a great time of year for those in recovery. Finding alternative ways to enjoy the festivities helps you feel part of…
Read MoreNormalisation of Alcohol Consumption
In a world where champagne toasts mark celebrations, beers accompany sporting events, and a glass of wine often ends a day, it’s easy to overlook the omnipresence of alcohol in our lives. It’s become a societal staple, deeply woven into our daily existence and social fabric. But what lies beneath this normalisation of alcohol? Why…
Read MorePatterns and Signs of Alcohol Dependence
Alcohol dependence is a serious condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is characterised by a strong and often uncontrollable desire to drink alcohol, even when it causes harm to one’s health, relationships, and overall life. If left untreated, alcohol dependence can lead to a range of negative consequences, including liver damage,…
Read MoreWhy Not Try Dry January?
As we approach the end of another year, we all start to look ahead towards the festive season and January. The question is…will you be considering Dry January? Dry January originated in the UK as a public health campaign in 2013 and has since become a global phenomenon for Alcohol Change UK, the charity heading…
Read MoreNavigating the Festive Season in Recovery
Alcohol consumption in the UK raises by 41% in December, making the festive season an extremely challenging time for many in addiction recovery. Excessive alcohol consumption is unfortunately embedded in UK culture, and all too often, especially during the festive season, many feel pressured to drink. This is not an ideal situation for those vulnerable…
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