It's startling to learn that up to 40% of people seeking treatment for addictions have a history of suicide attempts. This alarming statistic highlights the deep and often hidden connection between addiction and suicid...
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‘Stress’ comes from the Latin word ‘strictus’ meaning ‘drawn’ or ‘tight.’ When we feel stressed, we can often feel this tightness in our bodies. Stress can feel like being in limbo – experiencing a ...
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Stimulant addiction can turn the dream of relief from tough medical symptoms into a daily living nightmare. At Banbury Lodge, we have helped many people suffering from prescription drug addiction to different sti...
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For some, self-harm is a way for people to cope with overwhelming emotions or situations. It's often a response to deep emotional pain, where individuals use physical actions to relieve their distress temporarily. Th...
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There are many myths about schizophrenia. People often imagine that sufferers have conversations with voices in their heads or have two personas like Jekyll and Hyde. The reality is that schizophrenia is a real and s...
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PTSD is a condition experienced following exposure to a traumatic or overwhelmingly stressful situation. A common misconception of PTSD is that it is something only experienced by veterans, soldiers, or other front...
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Over 1 million people in the UK will experience OCD during their lives. Whilst we may use the words ‘obsession’ and ‘compulsion’ lightly, living with OCD is more than just having a particular fixation or deal...
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Recent studies suggest that insomnia is experienced by between 10 and 30% of the population. We all, on occasion, experience difficulties with sleep. It is quite common to experience disturbed sleep when we are feeli...
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"If the government and society are serious about recovery and a “rehabilitation revolution”, they need to get serious about tackling the obstacle of stigma in all of its many forms."
The above is a quote from a ...
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Addiction is a very isolating experience that can separate individuals from their family and friends, leaving them feeling alone and unsupported. Many people struggling with addiction may also be in denial or fear seek...
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The word "grief" originates from the Old French word "grever," meaning "to burden." It describes an emotional response to intense loss, often following the death of a loved one. Grief can indeed feel like a heavy bur...
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Mental health disorders and addiction are two health conditions that can have a significant impact on a person's life. However, it is estimated that 20-37% of people with mental health conditions also suffer from add...
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Studies have shown that, among individuals with major depression, approximately 17% also suffer from alcohol addiction and 18% have a drug addiction. Similarly, 56% of those with bipolar disorder also present lifelon...
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a form of psychotherapy that aims to identify and change harmful thought and behaviour patterns. The core principle of CBT is to help you move past distorted thoughts that create ...
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We have all met someone who is a little too eager to please or is overly reliant on their partner. For those suffering from codependency, however, their entire happiness and mental health can be completely tied up in...
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Addiction and borderline personality disorder (BPD) are a destructive but tragically common tag team that affect millions of people worldwide. In fact, studies have found that 78% of BPD sufferers will also develop a...
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Did you know that individuals with bipolar disorder are more likely to develop an addiction than those without the condition? In fact, one study found that up to 72.3% of people with bipolar disorder experience addic...
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Around 1 in 100 people are autistic. Whilst early research focused on how autism was experienced in childhood, we know that autism is something that individuals live with for the duration of their lives. This is beca...
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Is your anxiety affecting your happiness or holding you back from your potential? Have you turned to drugs, alcohol, or certain addictive activities to cope with the symptoms? If so, you may be suffering from co-occu...
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Anger is one of the basic human emotions. It’s a natural experience. However, there are points when anger can become very intense. An issue arises when we no longer feel in control of our anger. When this happens, ou...
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Alcohol is a socially acceptable and legal substance that can be found in almost every corner of the world. From celebrations to commiserations, alcohol is often present. However, for some people, what starts as so...
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At Banbury Lodge, we firmly believe that your recovery journey does not end when your treatment programme does. The first few weeks of life after rehab can be especially challenging, so we have sought to offer our ex...
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Do you feel like ADHD and addiction are tag-teaming you and making recovery seem impossible? You are not alone. ADHD is far more prevalent in people with substance use disorders than in the general population with on...
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Trying to find your way out of addiction can feel like an impossible task. At times, you may feel powerless against your cravings, unable to escape the vicious cycles of substance abuse or addictive behaviours. Fortuna...
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