Take Control of Your Wallet: Shopping Addiction

With social media and sales galore, the ever growing presence of shopping is being felt. Everyone with a high street brand or smaller business is turning online as well as having physical stores which makes buying easier for the masses. But with shopping and sales everywhere we turn, it is becoming ever harder to say…

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Navigating Ketamine Addiction Among Young Adults

In recent years, there has been a concerning trend emerging among young adults: the growing prevalence of ketamine use and addiction.   Ketamine, once primarily known as a dissociative anaesthetic used in medical settings, has found its way into recreational circles. As its use among young people continues to rise, so too does the need for…

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The Trauma Catch-22: PTSD & Alcohol Abuse

At New Leaf, we understand that there are a number of complex struggles that individuals can face, including PTSD. Sadly, PTSD sufferers are also often linked with alcohol abuse, using this as a method of coping with their PTSD symptoms. Both conditions can have an impact on the individual’s life and those around them. It…

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The Impact of Technology on Addiction and Recovery

In our modern world, it’s hard to escape the influence of technology. It’s not just a tool for convenience; it’s deeply woven into how we go about our daily lives. This all-encompassing digital presence is particularly noteworthy when it comes to the topics of addiction and recovery.   Living in the 21st century means being surrounded…

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Healing Addiction at its Core 

At New Leaf Recovery, we understand the necessity of healing addiction at its core, specific to each person. We aim to look at the intricacies of addiction and provide comprehensive treatments that go beyond the surface-level symptoms.    It’s important to explore the profound connection between trauma and substance dependency. At New Leaf Recovery, we focus…

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The Science Behind the Addiction to Ultra-Processed Foods 

In the pursuit of modern convenience, ultra-processed foods have seamlessly integrated into our daily lives. From the convenience store snacks to the savoury delights that line supermarket aisles. These culinary creations seem to possess an irresistible allure.   However, beneath the surface of our cravings for these processed delights lies a complex interplay of neurological and…

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Love Shouldn’t Hurt: Understanding & Dealing with Love Addiction

As human beings, we are all naturally wired to want the perfect relationship with someone who loves us for who we are and wants to spend their time with us. However, for some, this can be difficult to find or may lead to behaviour that causes concern to those around you.   But what is love…

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Environmental Addiction Triggers

How Changing Your Environment Can Help You to Overcome Common Addiction Triggers The path to addiction recovery is deeply personal, requiring immense courage and resilience, especially when facing the influence of environmental addiction triggers. We aim to shed light on the transformative potential of changing your surroundings. Emphasising how an environmental change can empower you…

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Normalisation 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…

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National Recovery Month 2023

What Is National Recovery Month 2023? In September 2023, we’ll be celebrating National Recovery Month for the 34th time. It’s an annual event where we dedicate the month to raising awareness for people in the recovery journey of their mental health and substance use struggles. National Recovery Month was started in 1989, by the Substance…

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