Helping Friends and Family Overcome Addiction There are many personal consequences to having an addiction such as depression, anxiety and physical health problems. One of the other consequences that is often overlooked is the effect it has on the people around the addicted person who suffer indirectly from the addictive behaviour. These problems can may…
Practical Steps to Recovering from Eating Disorders The exact treatment required for eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia will depend on the individual concerned. It is therefore important that any treatment plan is coordinated in association with a health professional, or with someone with experience in developing a treatment plan. Step 1: Ask for…
If you know someone who is abusing drugs, you may sometimes wonder how to react in case of an emergency situation. If you do find yourself in a position where a friend or relative is experiencing a bad reaction to drug use, the following information may help you to deal with the situation. Important: Addiction…
Addiction Treatment for Expats Living in Asia Having spent many years living in Asia myself, I’ve seen expats consume more than they should when it comes to substance abuse, certainly when we’re talking about alcohol. There seems to be a general feeling amongst expats that it’s acceptable to drink everyday – at any time! Of…
What is Addiction and How Does it Affect Us? Addiction is a complex disorder that has never been easy to understand, and when asking “what is addiction?” there is no simple answer without delving into the details. One of the most comprehensive definitions of addiction could be the repeated involvement with a substance or activity…