Addiction Focus

Can Shoplifting be an Addiction?

Beth Rudkin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:48:17 +0000

Simon Stephens from Addictions UK speaks on the subject of addiction and shoplifting, on BBC Three Counties. Can shoplifting be an addiction, like drugs and alcohol? Can someone have a pathological dependency towards shoplifting? For more information on addiction, go to http://www.addictionsuk.com

What are the Choices after Rehab?

Beth Rudkin — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:32:50 +0000

In this short but thought-provoking video Mark Abrami, an addictions therapist at Castle Craig rehab, describes the contrast between addiction and recovery. Abrami describes addiction as “about isolation, about loneliness, about a sense of ignorance and arrogance.” Abrami contemplates how “addiction creates unemployment and an inability to be responsible” but, once in recovery, a person [...]

After Addiction Treatment: 10 Steps for Making an Easy Transition Back to the Workplace

Beth Rudkin — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 11:12:56 +0000

Transitioning back to work after addiction treatment is a challenging and daunting process. You may feel like a completely different person. You may wonder how your co-workers will respond to you. You may feel isolated and alone. However, returning to work is one of the most important steps you can take in your recovery. A [...]

Addiction – A Chronic Illness

Beth Rudkin — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:00:50 +0000

Here is the latest video from Addictions UK. To see more videos, or to subscribe to Addictions UK on YouTube, click here – www.youtube.com/addictionsuk —- Diabetics need insulin, epileptics need seizure medicine, addicts need rehab and relapse prevention. Addiction is a chronic illness, don’t deny yourself the proper treatment. Visit www.addictionsuk.com to learn more.

Addiction – What Will I Do After I Quit?

Beth Rudkin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:00:56 +0000

Here is the latest video from Addictions UK. To see more videos, or to subscribe to Addictions UK on YouTube, click here – www.youtube.com/addictionsuk —- To find recovery from addiction, is to find freedom. Once you quit, you’ll find the desire, and the motivation, and the belief, to accomplish more, than you ever dreamed possible. [...]

Addiction – Am I Different?

Beth Rudkin — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:19 +0000

Here is the latest video from Addictions UK. To see more videos, or to subscribe to Addictions UK on YouTube, click here – www.youtube.com/addictionsuk —- No matter how different you feel, no matter how ashamed you may be, your experiences are familiar to all recovering addicts. You’re NOT alone. To talk to someone who understands, [...]

What is the Success Rate for Addictions UK?

Beth Rudkin — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:00:37 +0000

Addictions UK is proud to have a higher success rate than many other addiction treatment programmes. Visit www.AddictionsUK.com for more information. —- Hello, my name is Simon Stephens, I’m Director of Casework for Addictions UK. We’re often asked, What’s our success rate? We like to reply that over 70% of our clients can and do [...]

Addiction – Does it Have to be This Way?

Beth Rudkin — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:23 +0000

Here is the latest video from Addictions UK. To see more videos, or to subscribe to Addictions UK on YouTube, click here – www.youtube.com/addictionsuk —- Will it always be like this? Will I forever be a prisoner? Does it have to be this way? The world is full of recovered addicts, who’ve proved the answer [...]

What Kind of Addictions are Treated by Addictions UK?

Beth Rudkin — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0000

Addictions UK offer treatment for a wide range of addictions, including drugs, alcohol, as well as less common addictions such as pornography, shoplifting and gambling. Visit www.AddictionsUK.com for more information. —- Hello, my name is Simon Stephens, I’m Director of Casework for Addictions UK. The first question many of our clients ask, is What kind [...]

Addiction – Who Will Help Me?

Beth Rudkin — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:00:19 +0000

Here is the latest video from Addictions UK. To see more videos, or to subscribe to Addictions UK on YouTube, click here – www.youtube.com/addictionsuk —– The best person to help an addict, is a former addict who found the way out. Addictions UK counsellors are recovering addicts, with excellent clean time. They can help you, [...]