Is PTSD Over Diagnosed or Misunderstood?
Is PTSD Over Diagnosed or Misunderstood? Over the last few decades, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), once thought of as a condition limited to soldiers, has become a critical point in public health discussions. Among researchers and treatment providers alike, debate continues on whether PTSD is diagnosed too freely or whether the condition is still shrouded […]
How Xanax Is Becoming More Popular in the UK
How Xanax Is Becoming More Popular in the UK Xanax UK trends show misuse is rising across the country, despite all circulation coming from illicit or counterfeit sources. What was once a lesser-known prescription medication in the US is now making its way into UK university dorms and corporate workplaces alike. With its increasing prevalence, […]
The Dangers of Relying on ChatGPT for Emotional Support
The Dangers of Relying on ChatGPT for Emotional Support ChatGPT, just one of many large-language models (LLMs), now has over 800 million weekly active users. More people than ever are turning to AI for companionship, or even to replace a professional therapist. Devoid of human connection and lacking oversight, these tools can actually make mental […]
How hobbies can save your sobriety
How hobbies can save your sobriety The uncomfortable truth that nobody prepares you for is that early recovery can be boring. Really, really boring. While finishing rehab should bring some much-needed peace after the chaos of drug addiction or alcohol addiction, those first days and nights can seriously drag. It is only then that you […]
What is Tranq?
What is Tranq? In 2024, xylazine was linked to 41 drug-related deaths across Britain, up from 17 the year before, and just one in 2022. The surge prompted the government to make xylazine a controlled substance in January 2025, but by then, the drug had already spread through the UK’s illicit drug supply. Known on […]
Can you stay sober in a world that doesn’t stop drinking?
Can you stay sober in a world that doesn’t stop drinking? Alcohol is woven into almost every part of British social life and traditions. Pubs, weddings, work drinks, family gatherings, football, celebrations. For most people, none of this requires a second thought. According to a 2022 Health Survey for England, 56% of adults reported drinking […]
Alcohol Sweats
Alcohol Sweats Alcohol’s effects lead people to unfamiliar and sometimes unsettling side effects. One such effect can be heavy, persistent sweating, and this sign may be more dangerous than we first give it credit for. We explore the connection between alcohol use and sweating, highlighting times when perspiration can be an alarming indicator of a […]