At the Ibiza Calm rehab clinic, we understand the challenges and struggles that come with alcohol addiction. We are dedicated to helping individuals overcome their drinking problems and achieve lasting recovery. This page will share a list of articles that provide valuable information and advice on drinking disorders. From exploring the causes and symptoms of alcohol addiction to offering tips and strategies for managing it, our goal is to provide a helpful resource for those who are dealing with a drinking disorder.
We also want to highlight our clinic’s services and support for individuals with drinking disorders. We have a team of experienced professionals who are ready to help you on your journey to recovery. If you or a loved one is struggling with a drinking disorder, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are here to help.
Is alcohol a drug?
Alcohol is the intoxicating component in wine, beer, and spirits like vodka and whiskey. Yes, it is a drug. It is a psychoactive substance which means it affects the way the brain works, triggering changes in mood, perception, thoughts, feelings, …
Student life: alcohol and drugs
The school holidays are coming to an end. Following six weeks of having the kids at home, hanging around under your feet; after snacks and entertainment (pre-teens); or sleeping in until lunchtime then rising and grunting at you (teenagers); getting …
Are you self-medicating with alcohol or drugs?
People use alcohol and drugs for a variety of reasons, to celebrate and to commiserate. Alcohol is a habitual part of many people’s lives. Drinking occasionally and in moderation can add to the enjoyment of an event; or take the …
Dos & don’ts to vacationing in addiction recovery….
After starting your recovery journey, possibly following a stay in a rehab centre or addiction treatment clinic, the next big step is getting back to reality. Learning to live life without using a substance as a crutch. Going to work, …
Substance abuse in veterans
The 25th of June is Armed Forces Day in the U.K. (formerly Veterans’ Day). It is an annual event to commemorate the service of men and women in the British Armed Forces. These individuals, and military personnel worldwide, do amazing …
Three stars who share 100+ years of sobriety
Alcoholism and addiction can happen to anyone. Being famous, or rich does not give you immunity to the deadly disease. Here are three well-known celebrities who, after wrestling with dependency problems when they were younger, have been successfully living their …
Why is binge drinking so dangerous?
Over 5% of all deaths worldwide result from the harmful use of alcohol. It is a factor in over 200 different illnesses, diseases, and injuries. In addition to the health repercussions of alcohol misuse – it has huge negative consequences …
5 tips for supporting a loved one in recovery
Substance misuse is a global problem. Alcohol is associated with almost 3 million deaths annually. In addition to this more than 76 million people are currently dependent on or abusing alcohol, and an estimated 36 million people struggled with a …
Substance abuse in teenagers
The United Nations Office of Drugs and Crime (UNODC), 2021 World Drug Report stated that over 36 million people worldwide suffer from drug use disorders. The early use of substances is associated with abuse problems later in life – most …
Risky drinking – alcohol misuse in the over 50s
With the latest strains of the Covid virus being seemingly less ferocious, global governments are implementing strategies and health measures to enable a reopening of a world that has been temporarily shuttered during a pandemic that has had an enormous …
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