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What Is Alcohol Related Dementia?
Most individuals who drink alcohol are aware that there can be long-term health implications to chronic and excessive alcohol consumption. But, one condition that is linked to alcohol that people are less aware of is alcohol-related dementia. This article explores that link, providing insights into the causes, symptoms, whether it’s reversible and possible treatment options…
Read BlogCan You Die From Alcohol Withdrawal?
The UK has a drinking culture that normalises and sometimes glamourises alcohol consumption. Drinking too much is often seen as a bit of fun, but alcohol misuse can have very serious consequences. In fact, recent data shows that there are 10,000 alcohol-specific deaths in the UK annually. Alcoholic liver disease was the biggest cause of…
Read BlogHow to Prevent Mental Health Relapse
Recovering from mental health challenges is a deeply personal journey, and unfortunately, that doesn’t always move in a straight line. Everyone finds their own way to cope with the ups and downs of life, but when you’re living with a mental health condition, these ups and downs can be particularly tough and can even lead…
Read BlogIs Non Alcoholic Beer Bad For You?
Non-alcoholic beer, often abbreviated as NA beer or non-alcohol beer, is a type of beer that contains very low or negligible levels of alcohol. The alcohol content in non-alcoholic beer typically ranges from 0.0% to 0.5% alcohol by volume (ABV). Non-alcoholic beer is becoming more and more popular as it’s a great way to reduce…
Read BlogWhat Are the Risks of Binge Drinking?
Binge drinking is defined as alcohol consumption in a pattern which involves consuming very large amounts of alcohol in a short period of time. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) defines binge drinking as consuming four or more drinks in women and five or more drinks in men within two hours. Binge…
Read BlogDoes Harm Reduction Work?
Does harm reduction work? Well, it’s a philosophy and set of strategies that have long been debated across public health and addiction services. Harm reduction seeks to minimise the negative consequences of certain behaviours rather than focusing solely on eradicating the behaviours themselves. This article explores the definition of harm reduction, discussing its core principles,…
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