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Vaccine for Cocaine
A new vacine is successfully trailed on mice which blocks the effect of taking cocaine.
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Pets Welcome
PROMIS Rehabilitation Clinics is proud to offer pet friendly services to make o stay even more comfortable and give pet owners another incentive to embark on the journey of recovery. Our priority is your well-being and we believe this is something we have in common with your animal companion, so we...
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My equine assisted psychotherapy experience
I attended equine assisted therapy yesterday for the first time and it was brilliant!! We arrive at the venue to find two horses in an arena with no bridles or saddles just happily wondering around freely eating the grass on the outer edge of the arena without a care in the world. I enter the...
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NTA Report on cocaine use
A new survey by the National Treatment Agency as revealed that there has been a three fold increase in the number of people admitting to having used cocaine at some point in their lives. The figure hs gone from 3% in 96 to 9.2% of the population now. Another interesting figure is that the number...
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Technology Addiction
There is increasing talk about Addictions to gaming and the internet especially after the recent announcement of a new unit in a London hospital designed to cater for this group. In fact there is a lot of confusion in general about what the problem is and what the right treatment is. PROMIS has...
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Therapy, professionalism vs care
* early days caring , TCs 30 years ago treatment for addiction was largely a medical thing. Pe *professionalisation, MSc, Supervision *Detachment from patients, *Renaisanc You can fill out this form or call us directly 0207 – 581 – 8222
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How to Choose a Terapist: Find The Right Therapist for You
Seeing a therapist is essential to recovery, but finding the right counsellor can sometimes be a challenge. There are many well-trained and competent mental health professionals, yet finding the one that will fit your needs can take time. With the right tips and strategies, connecting to the right...
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Self Help Groups
Although 12 Step groups are still the most numerous and popular method of self-help recovery, there are many individuals who may be put off it, for a number of different reasons. Some find the emphasis on spirituality difficult, others prefer a more clinical and scientific approach. Some women have...
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Latest trials demonstrating the effectiveness of using Psilocybin ( a hallucinogen ) as a treatment for depression.
This isn’t new, there have been many studies for many years now showing its effectiveness, but it’s another significant step along the way to offering a new treatment for depression. Need for more treatments There are many treatments for depression but each only has a degree of effectiveness for...
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An Introduction to Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
Introduction Are you looking for further assistance managing difficult emotions or navigating interpersonal conflicts? Would you like more help building coping skills and regulating your emotional responses? Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) may be worth a closer look. Developed as an...
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It’s the last week before the UK’s top Trauma conference!
We are in the last few days run up to the UK’s top Trauma conference, the Masters series at Oxford, which takes place from August 31st to September 3rd The conference will bring together renowned experts such as Bessel van der Kolk, Richard Schwartz, Janina Fisher, and many more. On Saturday, Robin...
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Help for Alcoholism: Find Support & Treatment Options
Alcoholism, also known as alcohol use disorder, is a serious condition affecting millions worldwide. It is characterized by a person’s inability to control their drinking habits, which can lead to negative consequences in their personal and professional life. Those who struggle with alcoholism may...