It’s not unusual for alcohol and gambling addictions to overlap. When they do, it’s common for the two behaviours to reinforce each other and make things harder. That’s why it’s important to treat both addictions in order to recover. Understanding the relationship between alcohol and gambling addictions is the first step. How are gambling and […]
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Ecstasy withdrawal symptoms
Taking ecstasy can trigger intense feelings of happiness and energy. When you stop taking it, this can lead to withdrawal symptoms such as low mood, feeling anxious or struggling to sleep. Getting the right support can help to make these symptoms easier to manage so you can focus on your recovery. What are the symptoms […]
The side effects of vaping: what you need to know
Vaping has become common over the past decade. It’s often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking or a tool to help people quit cigarettes. While e-cigarettes don’t produce tar or burn tobacco, they come with their own risks and side effects. Learn what vaping does to the body, why it can be difficult to […]
How to celebrate an alcohol-free St Patrick’s Day
An alcohol free St Patrick’s Day is possible, even if it may not feel that simple. More people than you might expect choose not to drink on St Patrick’s Day, for all kinds of reasons. Some are in recovery. Some are cutting back. Some are pregnant, on medication, or simply do not want to drink. […]
Alcohol use disorder and controlled drinking
The idea of drinking casually again is something most people with alcohol dependence think about at some point. It might come up after a period of not drinking, after treatment, or as hope that things could be different this time. For people with alcohol use disorder (AUD), this rarely works out, and understanding why helps […]
How To Tell If Someone Is On Speed
If you’re trying to work out how to tell if someone is on speed, it usually means you’ve noticed changes that don’t feel typical for them. Speed can affect someone’s body, mood, sleep, and behaviour, and those changes can show up quickly. This page explains what speed is, the most common speed drug effects, and […]
The Dangers of Mixing Cocaine and Ketamine
Mixing cocaine and ketamine, often called “Calvin Klein” or “CK”, carries extremely high risks; however, the combination of the two drugs, and each drug individually, is becoming ever more popular among young people and in nightlife, the Health Service Executive warns. This page explains what happens when these two drugs are combined or consumed at […]
Is Codependency an Addiction?
Is Codependence an Addiction? What Are Its Psychological Effects? Codependency is when one or both people in a relationship are mentally, emotionally, or physically dependent on the other. It can sometimes be called ‘relationship addiction’ or ‘love addiction’, and it can affect any relationship, whether romantic, platonic, or part of a family set-up. Is codependency […]
Epilepsy and Alcohol: Does Alcohol Trigger Epilepsy?
Epilepsy and Alcohol. Is It Ever Safe? Epilepsy is a condition that causes unusual electrical activity in the brain, and this can result in seizures, which are also known as fits. During these seizures, your body may jerk uncontrollably, and you may bite your tongue. You may lose consciousness and be unaware of what is […]
Menopause and Addiction: Understanding the Link with Alcohol and Drugs
Many women in Ireland going through menopause experience emotional and physical symptoms that can be difficult to manage, from low mood and anxiety to poor sleep and brain fog. For some, these challenges can lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms, such as drinking alcohol more frequently or using medication or drugs to get through the day. […]
Addiction Treatment for Security, Defence and Law Enforcement in Ireland
People working in security, defence and law enforcement in Ireland often manage high levels of stress that most people don’t experience in their daily working lives. Working long shifts, exposure to trauma and critical incidents, returning from military service abroad and maintaining control in unpredictable situations, with limited space to process it all, can lead […]
What Are The Dangers and Penalties of Drink Driving?
Is drink driving ever safe? What are the dangers of drink driving? As alcohol affects everyone differently, the answer to this question is ‘No.’ The only truly safe option when you’re driving is to completely avoid drinking alcohol, as it’s difficult to know how much alcohol could put you over the limit and cause a […]