FAS (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome) are patterns of birth defects and abnormalities caused by a mother’s use of alcohol during pregnancy.
Lear more“Fake it till you make it” is a strategy that new comers to 12 step fellowships are sometimes advised to use as a means of developing healthier recovery related behaviour. The person new to addiction recovery feels that the new and necessary behaviours they need to adopt are ‘too much’ to take on all at […]
Lear moreAn excipient is a dormant substance that is used as carrier for a drug or an active substance. Excipients also ensure that the drug is taken to the blood by assisting in the process of osmosis. Lactose, cellulose and gelatin are all types of excipient drugs.
Lear moreEducational lectures are performed at various rehabilitation centres in the aim to teach them to be aware of the signs and symptoms of their addictions as well as to show them ways in which they can live a drug or alcohol free life.
Lear moreDrug tolerance can be defined as the progressive lessening of the effectiveness of a drug due to excessive use. Patients need to use increased amounts to achieve the same high, this is one of the diagnostic criteria for substance (including alcohol) abuse or dependence (addiction).
Lear moreDomestic violence can be described as unwanted physical, pyschological or emotional abuse towards a family member or loved one.
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