From the outset of the current outbreak, PROMIS Clinics have been quick to respond to this emergency as it evolves. Both of our clinics offer a great deal of space (3 buildings in London and 12 acres with many separate areas in Kent) and we take only 9 clients in London and 14 in Kent. […]
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Whether you have an addiction problem, care about someone with an addiction problem or even if you work with people who have addiction problems, I think it helps to step back for a minute and understand how this problem and it’s recovery unfolds. It’s too easy to get blinkered, judgemental of ourselves and others, and
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Antidepressants have become part of modern mental health care as they offer relief and stability for those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. However, like any form of medication, antidepressants can cause a range of side effects, which can be mild or even serious ones. If you’re about to start taking
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How long should someone stay in Rehab? This depends on so many things, how many problems are being treated, how intense they are and so on. Some people come to stay for a brief respite and others stay longer so it’s interesting to know if there is any evidence for different benefits for different lengths
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There is a belief that the occasional drink is healthy. The occasional glass of red wine can lower a person’s risk of cardiovascular issues. But is this true? Is a small amount of alcohol good for you, or is that just a myth? Let’s discuss whether the benefits outweigh the risks. Does Consuming Alcohol Have
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Robin Lefever’s Interview with Clare Kennedy, founder of Kennedy St & Co For many of us in recovery, the idea of going out to a bar is a terrifying prospect. Will I be laughed at for ordering an orange juice? Will the shelves stacked with spirit bottles be too tempting to resist? But Brighton based
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Introduction to EMDR The precise neural mechanism for how eye movements affect emotional status is unclear, but the fact is they do. It is almost as though a broad view of the horizon from left to right, and right to left also helps the mind to place events within the broader context, or for both
An experienced Recovery Coach from the States paid our Hay Farm clinic a visit and gave us an account of his observations that we are happy to share with you. We thank Dr. Ronald W. Hill for his kind and insightful thoughts. Recently I had the privilege and pleasure of visiting the PROMIS residential treatment
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Spring is hopefully just around the corner and so is a great prompt to introduce Horticultural Therapy to Hay Farm. We have such a beautiful setting here, with 12 acres of farm land, so it is perfect for those who feel that this therapy might help them. Horticultural Therapy is an active process which engages
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Depression and addiction are two of the most prevalent and debilitating mental health disorders worldwide, affecting millions of people across the globe. The World Health Organisation estimated that over 280 million people suffer from depression and approximately 40 million struggle with substance use disorders, particularly drug abuse. Understanding the link between these two mental health disorders is crucial for
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