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Personality Traits That Are Common With Addiction
While no one is destined for addiction, there are certain characteristics that may put you at greater risk. We take a look at the most common personality traits found among those who struggle with addiction. Behaviours that Increase Risk of Addiction You have most likely heard the term ‘addictive personality’, which insinuates that a person…
The 6 Best Mindfulness Meditation Apps Reviewed
Meditation practice is like a muscle – it needs to be used regularly in order to get stronger. We review 6 apps that can help you work some meditation into your daily routine, and start reaping the rewards of mindfulness in recovery. Although it has been practiced in Eastern cultures for thousands of years, it…
Is Baclofen Effective in Treating Alcoholism?
Various studies have been done on the effects of using baclofen to treat alcoholism, but the results are not exactly clear. Find out more about how this drug can (or cannot) be used to treat alcoholism. Everyone would love a quick fix to alcoholism – the ability to cure their disease with a pill the…
GHB Effects and Addiction: Not Just a ‘Date Rape Drug’
GHB is commonly known as the ‘date rape drug’, but it is also a favourite party drug and bodybuilding supplement, and the results can be deadly when abused. Here we discuss the effects and risks of GHB, as well as how to spot an overdose. GHB was responsible for over 600 ambulance attendances in the…
Alcohol and Ecstasy: A Dangerous Mix
It is not uncommon for ecstasy users to have a few (or many) alcoholic drinks while partying on the drug, but the effects of this drug cocktail are far more dangerous than more people realise. Learn about the dangers here. Ecstasy and alcohol are two of the most commonly used drugs around the world. Ecstasy,…
Does Watching Porn at a Young Age Increase Your Chances of Sex Addiction?
As famous cases such as Terry Crews and Josh Duggar prove, sex and porn addiction can have harrowing effects on a person’s life. We take an in-depth look at these addictions and their increased risk for those who are exposed to pornography at a young age. Young people’s exposure to pornography has reached an all-time…
From Addiction to Triathlon: The Cabin Sober House Residents Compete in the 2016 Laguna Phuket Triathlon
We sat down with three Cabin Sober House residents to talk about their participation in the 2016 Laguna Phuket Triathlon and what it meant to their addiction recovery. The event was a culmination of hard work that pushed them to their limits, brought them together and surpassed their expectations. The Laguna Phuket Triathlon was held November…
Should Addiction Counsellors Disclose Their Recovery?
Up to 57% of all addiction counsellors in recovery themselves – should they disclose their status? Some say counsellors should maintain professional boundaries; others say their recovery provides a model for patients. We take look at the facts. Sharelines It is not uncommon for those involved in a recovery programme to decide that upon completion…
Xanax and Alcohol, the Deadly Duo
Alcohol is one of the most abused substances on the planet and Xanax, or alprazolam, is not very far behind. What most people do not know is that combining the two can be fatal – here’s why. Sharelines As a general rule, alcohol should not be combined with any medication, but is especially true with…
