Are you looking for treatment for alcohol addiction in Berkshire?

At Addiction Care, this is one of the most serious problems that we help people tackle. Affecting roughly 4% of women and 9% of men, the consequences of this addiction can be devastating.

Here are 10 reasons that alcohol addiction needs to be addressed.

1. It makes your blood pressure go through the roof.
2. Alcoholism causes mental health problems, and exacerbates existing ones.
3. It can lead to strokes at an early age.
4. Alcoholism leads to a loss of control that destroys relationships and ruins a person’s career.
5. Since it’s absorbed in your blood stream, alcohol affects every part of your body, particularly your liver.
6. Shockingly, consistently heavy drinking even causes your frontal lobes to shrink.
7. It wracks havoc on your digestive system and can damage your mouth. Eventually it can lead to dangerous internal bleeding.
8. It can cause trouble for your heart, and eventually lead to poisoning of the heart muscles, an irregular heartbeat and heart attacks or failure.
9. Drinking too much reduces your libido.
10. It also weakens your immune system, which means you’ll find it harder to fight off germs, viruses and all types of illnesses.

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Alcoholism can turn somebody in a person that’s unrecognisable to who they normally are. It’s well known to make people more violent, reduces someone’s cognitive abilities, and impairs their judgement.

It’s also well-known to have a terrible effect on the body. Long term drinking can damage your heart, take its toll on your liver and will increase your risk of developing certain types of cancer, including cancer of the liver.

However, unlike other drugs, alcohol is writ large in our culture. It’s much more socially acceptable than smoking cannabis or even nicotine.

Although heavy drinking is associated with teenagers, this isn’t necessarily always the case. Unfortunately, alcohol abuse has been growing among adults over 50, with an estimated 17% of people misusing alcohol or prescription drugs. Many young people also use it to self-medicate; particularly when suffering from every day stress.

If you’re concerned that you might be suffering from alcohol addiction, and you live in Hampshire, pay a visit to Addiction Care. Our friendly counsellor welcomes people of all ages, suffering from alcohol or drug addiction in Surrey or Hampshire.

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Drug addiction is a brain disease that causes compulsive behaviour and leads to harmful consequences, both to the addict and those around them.

Unfortunately, nowadays, this doesn’t just include addiction to harder drugs like heroin or cocaine, but is often an addiction to prescriptive drugs like sleeping pills and codeine. This is an increasingly common problem in the both the UK and America.

Drug addiction is often a way of blotting out emotional pain, which is why it can be difficult to treat. While others only use them for recreational use, many people use drugs as a coping mechanism. Friends and family often suffer greatly due to an addict’s behaviour, despite wanting to help and support them.

It’s also problematic because many drugs disrupt the way nerve cells work, either by imitating the brain’s natural messengers or by overstimulating the reward circuit of the brain. That means you have to tackle both the physical and emotional reliance on the drug. But one thing is for sure: with the right support, drug addiction can be cured.

Are you based in Hampshire, and concerned about your addiction?

It’s been proven that a combination of counselling and addiction treatment medication is the most effective way to tackle drug addiction. If you require help with addiction in Hampshire, contact Addiction Care in Guildford, Surrey. Our accredited addiction counsellor will help you reclaim your life in 2016.

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Alcohol is one of the most common addictions, and one of the most destructive- for both the sufferer and those around them. With millions of men, in particular, consuming 14 units a week, experts even think there should be warnings on bottles. New guidance recommendations have already lowered the limit for men from 21 to 14.

According to Drink Aware, men drinking this much don’t believe they’re putting their health at risk. This is despite the fact there is a definite link between alcohol and cancer, along with many other serious conditions. Recent research also found that only 1 in 10 know there is a link between alcohol and cancer.

New figures have shown that those in areas with high alcohol consumption have a lower life expectancy. This means people can lose as much as 19 months of their life.

Although drinking in moderation isn’t bad for you- some studies show it can actually be beneficial- alcohol addiction can have devastating consequences. It destroys families, damages relationships, and often ruins someone’s health and career.

At Addiction Care, we offer personalised treatment for every client suffering from alcohol addiction. Based in Guildford, Surrey, our counselling is ideal for those based in Berkshire, Hampshire and Surrey.

If you’re in Berkshire, simply give us a call on 01483 533 808.

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Do you want to break free from addiction in Hampshire?

Addiction is an extremely lonely place and at its worst can destroy lives. It can also take many different forms beyond the most well-known problems of drugs and alcohol: sex, video games, food, exercise, work and gambling, to name just a few. In America, it estimated around 22 million adults are struggling with an addiction of some kind.

Here in the UK, a number of eye opening BBC documentaries have been documenting such problems.

Doctors are also concerned about addictions to prescriptive drugs, particularly opiates. There has been a growing epidemic of those dependent on pain killers. In terms of online addictions, gambling is also on the rise.

If you require treatment for drugs and alcohol, or any form of addiction, contact Addiction Care. Based in Guildford, Surrey, we’re easily accessible for people across Hampshire. Our accredited addiction counsellor works with clients of all ages, suffering from all kinds of addiction. Our addiction treatment includes 1-1 counselling, motivational support, workshops and educational lectures and a 24/7 helpline.

With our help you can stop the suffering in 2016.

If you’re in Hampshire, simply give us a call on 01483 533.

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Addiction take many different forms and affects all kinds of people.

Although the most well-known addictions are drugs, alcohol and gambling, there is growing concern over the prevalence of internet addiction and those addicted to online gaming.

The latter in particular is linked to depression, OCD and attention deficit disorder. It’s especially considered to be a coping mechanism for young men who are suffering from depression. It’s also been linked to those who have suffered neglect, according to a study of 20,000 people by the University of Bergen.

1-1 therapy is one of the best ways to tackle addiction, helping you to both confront and understand what’s driving your destructive habits.

If you’re looking for 1-1 therapy in Berkshire, Addiction Care in Guildford are keen to help. Our accredited addiction counsellors help people from all walks of life. We understand that addiction is an extremely lonely place, and often it’s hard to concede to having a problem. The first step therefore is admitting the gravity of the situation.

At Addiction Care, our personalised treatment is non-judgemental and focuses on you as an individual. We believe everyone has the right to lead a healthy, fulfilling and meaningful life.

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Want to break free from addiction in Guildford?

Did you know, children who grow up in homes where drugs and alcohol are abused, often suffer from addictions themselves? However, no single factor dooms anyone to a life of drug addiction. But there’s no doubt understanding the risks can often make a difference.

According to one survey in 2014, drug use has actually been on the rise in the UK. The survey published in The Guardian showed that 40% were in the ‘higher echelons of society’, proving that drugs aren’t always linked to poverty. It also discovered that nearly one in three adults have taken illegal drugs at some point. However, of course, not all these led to addiction.

Prescription drugs are also a growing problem along with strong pain killers, which can be bought in any supermarket.

The causes of drug addiction are extremely complex and depend on the individual, which is why personalised treatment is so important. At Addiction Care in Guildford, we help all sorts of people conquer their drug addiction, including 1-1 therapy or group therapy

Our treatment focuses on both confronting and understanding your addiction, by exploring its roots. These includes exploring the issues which drive your addiction.

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Did you know, it’s been Depression Awareness week between 18^th and 24^th April? As we know at Addiction Care, depression is one of the main consequences of addiction.

Do you require individual therapy for addiction problems?

If you live near Guildford, then Addiction Care want to help you. Our professional counsellors provide both individual and group therapy for people suffering from many kinds of addiction, including alcohol, drugs, sex, gaming, co-dependency, spending, work and the internet.

Our individual therapy can help you confront such problems, before exploring the underlying causes which drive your addiction. We can help clients accept the reality of a situation, and make them fully aware of the consequences of their addiction. This doesn’t involve pointing fingers or making anyone feel guilty; it’s simply about taking responsilibity for your own life.  After all, many experts agree that addiction is largely an illness and not a character flaw.

Our aim is to support, facilitate and encourage your journey towards recovery. You can choose between 1 to 1 therapy and group therapy at our centre in Guildford. We’ll help move from this lonely place, to somewhere better in 2016.

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Do you require help with drug addiction in Berkshire?

Drug addiction is an extremely complex disease, with equally complex roots. More often than not it is a symptom of a painful past or emotional problems. Only recently Barack Obama commented how it should be treated as a health problem: not a criminal offence.

The US president was speaking at a drug abuse summit in Atlanta at the time. ‘The only way is to provide treatment’, he said. ‘For too long we’ve viewed drug abuse through the lens of criminal justice.’

Many people are even looking to treat sugar addiction as a type of drug addiction, given how it effects the brain. More seriously, prescription drugs are becoming a growing problem; especially strong pain killers.

Are you suffering from drug related issues in Berkshire? Then the team at Addiction Care, based in Guildford, Surrey, are always keen to help. Our counsellors can help you face the gravitas of your problems with drugs, before exploring the issues which are driving your addiction.

By addressing the underlying issues, you have a better chance of conquering addiction and are less likely to relapse. Since we’re in Guildford, we are ideal for those in Berkshire, Hampshire and Surrey.

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Are you suffering from a problem with alcohol? Do you live in Hampshire?

Alcohol has such a presence in our everyday lives, you can forget it’s both physically and psychologically addictive- like most drugs. Almost everyone has a drink at some point; it’s part of our social lives and therefore much more likely to go unnoticed. While many people are drink and not get addicted, other people are much more susceptible.

According to the NHS, around 9% of men and 4% of women show signs of alcohol dependence.

Problems with alcohol are often ‘inherited’- if parents are heavy drinkers, then children are four times more likely to abuse alcohol. However, it’s also linked to those who suffer from depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and other psychiatric disorders.

Alcohol addiction can lead to wide number of different health problems. This includes the risk of high blood pressure, strokes, coronary heart disease and liver disease. Long-term use will lead to the liver becoming scarred and prevented from working properly.

At Addiction Care, alcohol addiction is one of the most common treatments we treat. Based in Guildford, our addiction treatment is ideal for clients in Surrey or Hampshire. If you’re in Hampshire and require more information, click here.

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Sex makes us feel good, so it’s not surprising it can be addictive. In fact, this addiction is actually similar to substance abuse, as powerful chemical substances are released during sex, in particular endorphins.

Although it’s not currently a diagnosable condition, research suggests that perverse sexual behaviour is indeed similar to chemical addiction.

The counselling service Relate describes sex addiction as any sexual activity which feels out of control, whether it’s sex itself, watching pornography, masturbation, using prostitutes or calling sex lines.

Relate also describe it as involving ‘frequent self-destructive or high-risk activities’ that are not emotionally fulfilling and that one is ashamed of. It’s also something that you cannot stop even though it’s causing frequent problems.  This might involve a ruined relationship with a partner or contracting sexually transmitted diseases.

The causes of sex and love addiction are often rooted in childhood and adolescence, with trauma and neglect often potential reasons.

If you require counselling for sex addiction, the trained counsellors at Addiction Care can help. Our therapists can help you regain control and resume a healthy, normal sex life with a partner. Based in Guildford, we are ideal for anybody suffering from addiction issues in Surrey.

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Tackling a complex problem like drug addiction might be hard, but it is possible. And it’s always worth it.

Misuse of drugs not only damages your health; it has a devastating effect on your family life, your work and on wider society. Whether or not someone seeks help often means the difference between life and death. As Donald Lynn Frost once said, ‘Drugs take you to hell, disguised as heaven.’

According to The Independent, the five most addictive drugs in the world are heroin, cocaine, nicotine, barbiturates and alcohol.

Although people associate drug addiction with Class A drugs, there is a growing number of people addicted to prescription drugs, including strong pain killers and sleeping pills. This is not only dangerous, but can eventually lead to people using harder drugs.

While many people can use recreational drugs without getting addicted, other people are more susceptible to compulsive drug taking. This is often due to a myriad of factors, including a difficult past or an addictive personality. Because the impetus behind drug use is so varied it’s important to seek professional counselling, to help undercover what’s driving your addiction.

Are you suffering from drug addiction problems in Surrey?

For help with drug addiction in Surrey, contact us today. Based in Guildford, our specialised counsellors want to help you reclaim your life.

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Do you require professional counselling for addiction? Are you based in Hampshire?

Whether it’s drugs, alcohol or sex, if any addiction causes you harm, it’s time to seek help.

Often the effects of addiction can be absolutely devastating and far reaching. And it’s not just well-known Class A drugs like heroin or cocaine, which are causing problems. In America, addiction to prescription painkillers has grown so bad, that the Obama administration want to spend over $1 billion fighting it.

The internet has also made a lot of common addictions such as gambling, sexual addiction and compulsive over-spending, much more tempting. All it takes is the click of a button, and then someone can indulge in instant escapism, such as gaming. Like any addiction, this is fine when done in moderation; but more and more people are suffering from addictions related to the online world.

Whatever vice you’re struggling with, our counsellors are keen to help. Based in Guildford, Addiction Care have specialised counsellors for a wide range of problems, including addiction to drugs, alcohol, sex, overeating, co-dependency, over-spending and video game addiction.

Whether your addiction is ruining your career, family life or relationships, we can help you regain control over your life.

Our accredited addiction counsellors deliver personalised treatment to treat your unique problem. Our clients come from all over Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire, and benefit from treatment which truly works.

Is your sex life negatively impacting your life?

The term ‘sex addiction’ is used to describe any sexual activity which feels out of control- it doesn’t necessarily mean having lots of sex. As long as you still feel in control of your habit and it’s not harming you or other people, then outside help usually isn’t necessary.

So, what are the signs of sex addiction?

Firstly, as aforementioned, there’s a feeling of not being in control. Whether you’re putting yourself in dangerous situations, watching too much pornography or are addicted to cybersex, there are plenty of scenarios where a person feels out of their depth. With the amount of material available on the internet, this is a growing problem for many people.

You might consistently pursue destructive sexual activities and want to stop, but be unable to.

Secondly, you believe there will be terrible consequences if you carry on with your current way of life.

Thirdly, many people end up neglecting their work or personal commitments in favour of sexual activity. You might also experience intense mood swings around times of sexual activity.

If you require treatment for this kind of addiction, and you’re located in Surrey, get in touch with Addiction Care. Based in Guildford, we help clients in a variety of ways, which you can discover more about here.

Gambling unfortunately still has a glamorous image, thanks to its association with James Bond and gangster films. Like many addictive habits, it is fine in moderation, but can end up causing problems when done in excess.

When someone is addicted to gambling, it can destroy their financial security not to mention their relationships. With virtual casinos cropping up everywhere, whether it’s virtual slot machines or online poker, the temptation is unfortunately always present. Obviously, casinos don’t have your best interests at heart- they are merely out to make money, and often encourage gamblers as much as possible.

Paradoxically debt is often used as an excuse to gamble, even when deep down someone know it’s makes the situation worse. This is because there’s more to gambling addiction than just money- it’s usually a symptom of a larger problem is one’s life.

At Addiction Care, our treatment for gambling addiction is ideal for anyone in Berkshire. Based in Guildford, Surrey, our treatment focuses on the reality of the situation, and the underlying causes.

Don’t gamble your happiness and security away.

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Did you know, it’s currently Eating Disorders Awareness week? Organised by Beat, this international aware events helps to fight myths and misunderstandings surrounding eating disorders.

Last year, a report published by Beat found that 50% of those suffering from such disorders are affected by binge eating.

Compulsive overeating in a growing problem in modern society, and is often accompanied by guilt and secrecy. In particular, ‘emotional eating’ is a huge problem and many people’s way of coping with negative emotions. Stress, anxiety and even boredom can easily drive food addiction.

Compulsive overeating is not only bad for our physical health, the guilt and shame can also affect our mental well-being. It can often lead to feeling of depression, which can further fuel such problems with food.

If you require professional help in Berkshire, consider Addiction Care.  Our team understand that food addictions are one of the hardest to recover from- but they can be beaten. Our specialists will help not only tackle the roots of the problem, but offer practical help such as food plans.

We want to help individuals eat healthy and nutritious food, and regain their confidence in the process. Believe in change in 2016.

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Are you looking for help with addiction in Surrey, Hampshire or Berkshire?

Based in Guildford, Addiction Care help a wide variety of clients, including those suffering from alcohol or drug addiction.

We offer 1-1 therapy to clients suffering from many different types of addiction.

At Addiction Care, we understand that addiction doesn’t discriminate- it affects people from all walks of life. That’s why our team help anybody aged 16+ regain control over their life. All our therapy is delivered by a fully trained and accredited counsellor, whether it’s alcohol, sex, work or video game addiction.

For many clients, 1-1 therapy is the best way to explore their unique problems and issues underlying their addiction. We support, facilitate and encourage your journey towards recovery, every step of the way. Our therapy focuses on encouraging a client’s acceptance of the situation, and making them aware of the consequences of addiction. We want to help people understand they aren’t powerless, and their problems aren’t unmanageable.

Our treatment reflects widely accepted idea that addiction is an illness. It is not a weakness or character flaw.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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Gambling is one of the easiest addictions to understand. After all, who doesn’t get a buzz from a potential win? How many of us have bought a lottery ticket, or tried out a slot machine? The anticipation and thrill of the game gives a quick and easy source of adrenaline.

However, when it’s out of control, it can have devastating consequences and even lead to being arrested if you indulge in criminal activities.

It’s estimated there are as many as 593,000 gambling addicts in the UK. It’s also been found that gamblers are more likely to suffer from stress, depression, anxiety and low self-esteem. There’s a link between gambling and alcohol abuse, according to the NHS.

This is often described as a hidden illness, because there are no obvious physical signs, like there are with drug or alcohol addiction. Many people feel the need to be secretive when they have a problem with gambling. This shame can have an additional impact on their self-esteem.

Gambling can be most effectively solved with talking therapy.

If you’re suffering from gambling addiction in Surrey, visit Addiction Care. We can help you face the reality of your addiction and, through therapy, identify the emotional triggers behind your need to gamble.

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Are you looking to find treatment for sex addiction in Surrey?

This type of addiction can be one of the hardest to break, as it can feel a part of who you are. While drugs and alcohol aren’t integral parts of us, our sexuality certainly is.

There’s also no denying that sex is everywhere in popular culture, from hot-and-heavy movies to millions of pornography videos online. Gone are the days when anyone had to buy top-shelf magazines to get their fix.

A healthy sexual appetite isn’t a problem, but when sex dominated your life and even ruins relationships, this is when it’s time to seek help. Sexual addiction often leads to someone leading a double life, whether having affairs or constantly looking for sexual material, either online or elsewhere. Constantly seeking sex outside a relationship often means there’s underlying issues to confront.

Some people even up in legal trouble due to their sexual urges.

For expert help for sexual addiction in Surrey, our team are always keen to help. Addiction Care are based in Guildford, Surrey, and provide specialist treatment for a wide range of addictions, including those related to sex.

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Sex: the mere word is enough to bring anyone to attention.

In the media, it’s permeates everything, from movies to magazine advertising and TV shows.

If you suffer from prurient thoughts and it’s overtaking your life, and even affecting your relationships, you might need sex addiction treatment.

Sex addiction and ‘love addiction’ are closely linked, but sex addiction mostly involves physical urges, whereas love addiction is about the emotional side of matters. However, since sex is also linked to intimacy, it’s often more complicated than that.  Although it isn’t a categorised mental health condition, many people find their sexual activities negatively affect their life. And that’s often when it’s time to seek help.

Sex addiction can be more than a need for sex itself, whether with casual partner, prostitutes or escorts; it can also involve a preoccupation with porn. This is growing problem as pornography is so readily available nowadays. All it takes is the click of a button, and you have access to thousands of videos.

For sex addiction treatment in Guildford, contact Addiction Care.

Our counsellors will help you address the underlying factors, driving your preoccupation with sex, helping you to re-establish healthy relationships.

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When it comes to addiction, one-to-one therapy is often the most effective. For many people, it can be traumatic sharing your experiences with a group. One-to-one therapy applies a more individualised approach, which explores your own unique issues in depth.

At Addiction Care, we provide personalised treatment to suit every client, with 1 to 1 sessions for anyone suffering any form of addiction.

Our team not only help those suffering from drug or alcohol addiction, we also cover: gambling, sex, compulsive overeating/bulimia, video game addiction, exercise, spending, work and more.

Many people vow to change at the beginning of the year, but only some manage it. That’s why we offer constant motivational support to help you make permanent changes.

Based in Guildford, Surrey, we welcome clients from the surrounding areas, including Hampshire and Berkshire. Our team understand how vulnerable addiction makes us feel. We want to help you make that journey towards recovery. Along with one to one therapy, we also offer a 24/7 helpline to support all clients. This is completely free of charge.

Make real changes in 2016.

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Drug addiction is a complex disease, involving both psychological and physical triggers.

Quitting, therefore, takes more than just will power; but it’s always worth it. Over time, addiction can tear through someone’s life, wracking havoc on their relationships, work commitments and general health. And all too often, it ends in tragedy.

With more deaths linked to prescribed drugs, which are sold online, there’s been growing concern over the illegal selling of such substances. These include drugs used to treat anxiety and insomnia, such as benzodiazepines.

Addiction to illegal drugs might be more well-known; but there’s also the exponential problem of prescription drugs, like codeine-based pain killers. In today’s high-stress environments, many people feel drugs are the only way to cope. Drug addiction becomes a coping mechanism, which over time, turns into full-scale addiction.

For drug addiction treatment in Guildford, contact us at Addiction Care. Based in Guildford itself, our trained counsellors can help you turn over a new leaf. The New Year is an excellent time to move your life forward and confront your addiction. We address the underlying issues behind the problem and attack it at its roots.

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Unfortunately, alcohol addiction doesn’t just affect the individual, but the whole family, relationships, work colleagues, and more. And it not only affects your personal relationships. Without treatment, alcohol dependence can lead to long-term problems with your health, having been linked to any number of diseases, including cirrhosis and liver failure.

Many people binge drink during the New Year period, but it rarely continues into the month of January.

If you have a problem with alcohol, it might have seemed less evident during the Christmas period, when everybody is drinking more. Since this is also a challenging time emotionally, it is often tempting to drink frequently, offering many risks for those already addicted. Often you have to reach a point of crisis before seeking help.

Do you think you are suffering from dependence on alcohol? Do you want to turn over a new leaf in 2016? The New Year is a wonderful time to move your life in a positive direction.

Do you require alcohol addiction treatment, and are based in Surrey?

Our accredited addiction care counsellors are always keen to help at Addiction Care. Based in Guildford, Surrey, we help patients from all across the area. For more about our services, simply click here.

Alcohol abuse means you continue drinking, even when it’s causing problems, whether with your relationships, career or any other area of your life. Although people take drug addiction seriously, alcohol is more socially acceptable, despite long-term and heavy drinking being linked to serious health problems.

In particular, the emotionally dependent alcoholic is particularly hard to pick out. Although consumption may not be obvious, alcohol is used to cope with everyday problems.

Many people associate the New Year with a fresh start, especially those looking to change their life. But the truth is, any time is the right time, for those looking for alcohol treatment.

Christmas and the run-up to the New Year, however, aren’t easy times to change your drinking habits. Everyone around you in drinking more, and the temptation is far greater- not to mention, people are less likely to notice over-drinking.

If you’re looking for treatment in Hampshire, Addiction Care are always here for you. Whether you have reached a point of crisis or your family advice you to seek help, our treatment is effective, supportive and explores the emotional triggers that drive your drinking.

Our clinic is in Guildford and perfect for those based in Surrey, Hampshire or Berkshire.

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At this time of year, a heavy drinker can often go unnoticed. From Christmas parties to New Year’s Eve, everybody tends to binge on booze at this time of year. But for most people, the over-drinking stops once the parties are over.

Do you suffer from a problem with alcohol?

Signs of alcohol abuse often include:

• Problems at work. This can include being absent due to drink-related problems.
• Problems with relationships caused by drink.
• Memory loss after blackouts.
• Drinking alone.
• Hurting either yourself or somebody else when drinking
• Legal problems related to alcohol addiction, such as drink driving.
• Friends or family members being worried about your habits.
• Drinking even though you have health problems, which are made worse by drink.
• Withdrawal symptoms, such as nausea, sweating, shaking and anxiety.

Many people are in denial over having a drinking problem, even though friends and family have recognised it for a long time.

If you need alcohol treatment in Berkshire, contact Addiction Care in 2016. We can help you move beyond the denial phase and onto active recovery. You can have a brand new start in the New Year and transform your life.

Remember: ‘Your life doesn’t get better by chance; it gets better by change.’

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For many people on the outside, it can be hard to understand drug addiction. Although they know drugs can make people feel good, it’s hard to comprehend why someone would sacrifice their life to them. From your job to your relationships, everything can be destroyed in the wake of drug addiction.

However, once someone’s in the throes of addiction, it has a huge effect on the brain. Repeated drug use, for instance, can change someone’s ability to concentrate and make sound decisions. Some people are also more susceptible to addiction than others.

Because many people have addictive personalities, drug addiction is commonly described as a disease, which some people are more likely to suffer from than others.

Drug addiction is also a way of masking emotional pain. When we cannot cope with an influx of negative emotions, we will do anything to numb the feeling. Unfortunately, nowadays, drug addiction isn’t just about Class A substances, like ecstasy and heroin. There is a growing number of people addicted to prescription drugs, such as strong painkillers.

If you need help with drug addiction, and you live in Hampshire, contact Addiction Care. We are based in Guildford, Surrey, and keen to help anybody in Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire.

Let us help you turn over a new leaf in 2016.

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Do you need sexual addiction help in Surrey?

Described as a ‘progressive intimacy disorder’, characterised by compulsive sexual thoughts or acts, this addiction can have extremely negative consequences.

With online pornography more accessible than ever, along with chat rooms, cyber-sex and online dating, it’s no wonder it’s a growing problem in the modern world. Sexual imagery is also found everywhere, from advertising campaigns to movies and TV shows. There are increasing levels of provocation everywhere we look, making it harder to keep thoughts elsewhere.

Although it might not seem as detrimental as drug addiction, it can seriously impact your daily life.

If your intimate relationships are being ruined by sexual addiction, it might be time to seek help in 2016. It’s extremely hard to remain in a healthy relationship, when suffering from this kind of addiction, with many sufferers cheating on their partners or lying to them. Yet, paradoxically, this type of addiction is linked to a strong desire for intimacy and connection with others.

Addiction Care are keen to help anybody suffering for problems with sex. Based in Guildford, Surrey, our experienced sex therapists can help you move forward in life.

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For those with problems related to food, Christmas can be a truly hellish period. In particular, it’s extremely easy to over-indulge at this time of year, when everybody is offering you chocolate, sweets and Turkey sandwiches.

If you have a genuine problem with food, don’t wait until the New Year to seek help.

Food addiction may not sound like a serious problem, but when you look at the health problems which arise as a result, it is indeed a significant issue, and one worth resolving. Obesity is a growing problem all over the world and linked to various health issues, including cancer.

Studies have shown that, for some people, the pleasure and reward centres of the brain are activated by food, in the same way other people are by drugs. In particular foods loaded with salt, sugar or fat are especially moreish. It’s not so much an addiction to food itself, but a psychological compulsion, with the process of eating and the rewards associated with it the real addiction.

If you suffer from compulsive over-eating, Addiction Care can help you turn over a new leaf in 2016. Our team can help you fully confront the problem and understand what drives your addiction to seeking comfort in food. We are based in Guildford, Surrey, and help people from all walks of life.

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Gaming addiction is often taken most seriously by parents, who see how much time that it robs from their children. Especially if it interferes with their studies. However, it can affect people of all ages.

Gaming offers the kind of escapism that many seek from the difficulties of the modern world. However, it has a number of negative consequences.

Symptoms of this addiction include: compulsive game playing, social isolation, mood swings and decline in imagination, with strong emphasis on in-game achievements.

Other signs include a strong preoccupation with games, even when not playing; withdrawal and feeling sad, anxious irritable or moody when unable to play games; being unable to cut down on time spent playing; giving up other activities to play games; using games to escape from negative moods or events; risking and losing relationships because of your addiction. From personal relationships to career opportunities- these can all be affected by this problem.

In today’s technological age, internet addiction- whether to games or not- is one of the biggest growing problems. With smart phones here, there and everywhere, it’s no wonder this problem is becoming so big.

If you need gaming addiction treatment in Surrey, consider our Guildford-based team. We can help you fully face the problem and help you escape from this fantasy world. For more info simply click here.

Did you know, it’s currently Alcohol Awareness Week? During this time there’s a number of local and national campaigns revolving around alcohol. For those who have trouble with alcohol addiction, it can be a sobering reminder of its ill effects.

At this time of year, alcohol consumption usually goes through the roof, and it can be harder to spot those who have a problem with drink.

More than 9 million adults in the UK drink more than the recommended daily allowance, according to Alcohol Concern. It is the causal factor in more than 60 medical conditions, including mouth, throat, stomach, liver and breast cancers.

Since alcohol’s more than 61% cheaper than in the 1980s, it’s become more accessible to a wide range of age groups. One more sobering statistic is that it costs the NHS over £3.5 billion a year.

If you have a problem with drinking and need alcohol treatment in Hampshire, contact Addiction Care. We want to help stop your suffering and reclaim your life- even during a difficult time like Christmas and New Year’s.

We are based in Guildford, and are ideal for those people all across Hampshire.

For more about Addiction Care click here.

Sex on the brain?

The societal obsession with sex is nothing new; in fact it’s safe to say it has spanned most of human history. But an addiction to sexual activity has only recently been recognized as a problem.

Like drugs and gambling, sex makes us feel good; it releases powerful feel-good chemicals that enhance our well-being. But what happens when our need for sex, like drugs, is filling an emotional hole? Or underlying problems? And what happens when we cannot maintain a relationship, because of it?

Someone addicted to sex cannot control their problems- much the same way an alcoholic can’t. Whether you’re addicted to sex itself, or pornography, masturbation, prostitutes or sex chat lines, the problem can prevent you having a long-term relationship. If you feel you can’t control your urges, then it could signify you need professional help.

Do you need sex help in Berkshire?

At Addiction Care, we are keen to help those suffering from sexual addiction, along with other problems like drugs, gambling, over-spending, co-dependency and much more.

For more about our therapy and techniques click here.

Drinking becomes more common at this time of year. From Bonfire Night parties to Christmas meals, everybody from teenagers to adults are partying much more, which inevitably involves more beer, wine or cocktails.

More than any other time of year, heavy drinking becomes more socially acceptable. It is strongly associated with having a good time, so those with drinking problem can easily go under the radar.

According to recent reports in The Guardian, a quarter of men and 18% of women in England exceed the weekly limits for alcohol consumption. The long-term consequences of alcohol addiction can be devastating; it not only affects the brain, heart and liver, it’s been strongly linked to various types of cancer.

Nobody knows exactly what causes alcohol addiction, but it’s likely to be a combination of factors, including genes and environmental pressures.

Do you require alcohol treatment in Berkshire? Would you like to turn over a new leaf in 2016? For treatment, which will help you fully confront such issues, contact Addiction Care. Based in Guildford, we want to release you from the grip of addiction, helping you move forward towards a richer and fuller life.

For more information click here.

Drug addiction is a complex disease. For those who don’t suffer from such problems it is often frustrating and hard to understand. All they can see is the negative consequences, and wonder why the person doesn’t just quit. Family and friends also feel helpless when they see someone on a downward spiral.

The truth is drug addiction isn’t just a way of masking emotional pain. Once a person is addicted, it changes the pathways in the brain, and causes long-term problems with both your mental and physical health. It can also affect your ability to maintain employment and negatively impact social relationships.

Nowadays drug addiction problems aren’t just limited to well-known substances, like cocaine or heroin. Unfortunately prescription drugs like codeine and strong painkillers are a growing problem.

Many people delay seeking help for various reasons, including social stigmas, fear or sheer denial. As a consequences it often doesn’t happen until you reach crisis point.

Do you live in Berkshire and need help with drug problems? We can help you confront the reality of your addiction, get clean and address the underlying triggers driving your addiction. Our team want you to, not only to achieve sobriety, but actively enjoy it.

For more info click here.

Food is one of life’s greatest pleasure. That is, as long as our eating habits aren’t out of control. Unfortunately, obesity is one of the biggest growing problems in the western world. In the UK alone over 32 million people are overweight. More than a third of children are also overweight once they leave primary school. These are scary statistics and make one wonder what’s gone wrong.

With overeating, it’s not so much the food itself, as the process of eating which is addictive.

In this regard it’s what’s known as a psychological compulsion. It also falls under the category of a behavioural addiction. Overeating is often a way to compensate for something that’s missing, and is draining emotionally, mentally and physically.

Bulimia is another way of using food to deal with stress or anxiety. Like over-eating it causes the sufferer to feel guilt and shame afterwards.

At Addiction Care you’ll find help with both over-eating and bulimia. Based in Guildford, we can help you regain confidence and self-esteem, along with a healthy lifestyle. We do this by helping you gain control over the situation and by using food plans and expert therapy.

For more information click here.

Sex: it’s everywhere in today’s modern society. TV programmes and movies are surfeited with it, while advertising deploys it constantly to get attention. No wonder sex addiction is so hard to break. While advertising of cigarettes has been banned, a sex addict can rarely escape sexual imagery.

Since it often shuts down the emotional parts of the brain, by focusing on the physical, sex can be a form of escapism. With the easy access of pornography, there is a growing number of people who find it hard to control sexual urges, even if it puts their relationship at risk.

Sex addiction is defined by Relate as any sexual activity which feels out of control.  Whether your relationship has been ruined by sexual infidelity or you can’t control your sexual urges, you might need sex treatment.

Are you looking for sex treatment in Guildford?

At Addiction Care, we provide personalised treatment to suit each individual client. Based in Guildford itself, we’re ideal for anyone in Hampshire, Surrey or Berkshire. With our services, you will receive counselling from experienced Sex Addiction therapists.

For more info on this type of treatment, visit our main website.

Do you continue to drink, even though it causes problems? Do you have a strong craving or need to drink, every day?

If so, it sounds like you’re suffering from alcohol addiction. This problem affects people from all walks of life, of any age and background. It certainly doesn’t discriminate, although it’s usually always masking some emotional pain. The first step towards recovery is admitting that you have a problem. Alcoholism has been described as ‘the only disease that tries to convince you, that you don’t have it’.

It is often difficult to move beyond this stage of self-denial, because the body becomes accustomed to drink. You might even suffer withdrawal symptoms, such as shaking or dry heaves. Conversations are forgotten in a haze of drink, while you feel you need it to function socially.

Perhaps you have reached a crisis point and realise that you need help. If you require alcohol treatment in Hampshire, contact the team at Addiction Care.

Our therapy can help you move past the denial stage. We will provide the support you need to re-build your life. This includes exploring the issues that lie at the heart of addiction. Treatment can be done individually or as a group.

Based in Guildford, we are easily accessible for those in Hampshire.

Finding help for drug addiction is an important step. First and foremost, it means admitting that you have a problem. Too often, denial stops many people from moving forward. This is particularly true when it comes to prescription drugs. Since they’re legal and more acceptable, this is a growing problem. Long term use of Valium or codeine, for instance, is just as detrimental.

While some people can use drugs recreationally, others suffer from addictive tendencies.

Since they affect the brain, drugs and mental health are closely linked. We take drugs because we feel bad; they then alter our brain chemistry and make us dependent. Then we take more, because we feel even worse, until it becomes a coping mechanism.  It’s a vicious cycle that must be broken.

Are you looking where to find drug help? If you’re in the county of Berkshire, pay a visit to Addiction Care. Since we’re in Guildford, our services are perfect for clients in Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire.

We will explore the underlying issues driving your addiction. Emotional pain is often numbed by drugs. By confronting these issues, you are less likely to relapse.

For more info click here.

Some people have a far higher sex drive than others. This isn’t a bad thing, unless it starts to control your life. If your sexual activities make you feel ashamed or guilty, it’s often a sign you’re addicted; especially if it causes problems with relationships. Conversely, this problem often stems from a desire for intimacy.

In today’s modern world, pornography is more accessible than ever. Modern culture is also suffused with sexual imagery, making it difficult to forget your urges.

Signs you’re suffering this problem include: a feeling of a loss of control; destructive high risk sexual activities; shame and depression; intense mood swings around sexual activity; neglecting social or work commitments in favour of sexual acts; and repeatedly trying to stop, but being unable to.

If you want a healthy partnership, this issue naturally gets in the way.

For help with sex addiction in Guildford, visit Addiction Care today. We can offer counselling with experienced sex therapists and help you move forward.

Discover more by clicking here.

Drug addiction is a difficult beast to tackle. But with increasing reports of prescription drug addiction, it’s more important than ever. Combating addiction is never easy, but it’s always worth it. Drug addiction destroys lives, robbing people of their career, health, relationships, money and normality.

Whether it’s heroin, cocaine or codeine, addiction is a hurricane through someone’s life, wracking havoc on everything. It also strongly affects those around you. Over the years, many films have dealt with this difficult subject. From ‘Rachel’s Getting Married’ to ‘Requiem for a Dream’, the story never ends well.

Since drugs have an effect on mental health, they can be debilitating. One of the greatest steps you can take is seeking help. It’s often hard to see things from the outside-looking-in. You, and only you, can make that change.

Do you need drug help in Surrey? Based in Guildford, Surrey, Addiction Care help you move through the denial stage towards recovery.

To contact us call 01483 533 808.

Or email info@addictioncare.co.uk

Do you continue to drink, even though it’s causing problems? Are you reliant on alcohol, to the point where you physically and mentally crave it?

Alcohol is a presence in most people’s lives. Since it’s so common and part of our social lives, a drinking problem can often go unnoticed. That is, until it begins to cause problems.

Alcohol addiction is one of the most harmful of all addictions. Just like drugs, it causes change in the brain and body. It has a devastating effect on your health, career and relationships. Alcoholism rips families apart and ultimately ruins lives. Unfortunately the only person who can decide to change, is the addict themselves. For friends and families this is often the most difficult reality

Addiction is often a lonely place. The first step to treatment is admitting you have a problem.

If you need alcohol addiction treatment in Surrey, simply contact Addiction Care. Based in Guildford, we want to help your journey to recovery. We understand how vulnerable addiction makes you feel. It takes courage and resolves to begin recovery. Once you make the decision, we are here to help.

To get in touch today call 01483 533 808.

Or email on info@addictioncare.co.uk

Therapy is highly effective for a number of issues, particularly addiction. Since humans are highly social beings, talking is extremely effective at solving problems. It provides not only solace but helps to work out a way forward.

Many people believe therapy is absolutely essential in combating addiction. It gives you somewhere to go when you’re worried about relapse. It helps you deal with stress without feeling the need for alcohol or drugs to cope. Since many addicts suffer a strong chance of relapse, this could prove invaluable.

For 1-1 therapy in Berkshire, simply contact Addiction Care.

Based in Guildford, we’re keen to provide the support you need to overcome addiction. That includes alcohol or drug addiction, or other issues like gambling, overeating, sex addiction, video game addiction, and co-dependency.

Our philosophy is to support, facilitate and encourage to the road to recovery. Therapy focuses on first accepting the problem, then encouraging one to take responsibility. Sensitive but firm, we believe in providing a crucial shift in perspective. We believe, like many others, that addiction is an illness and not a personality flaw.

To discover more about us, simply click here.

Or contact us on 01483 533 808.

Addiction is a cruel beast. Ripping through lives and destroying families, relationships, health, careers and quality of life, it’s a hard condition to tackle. But one thing is for sure: it can be done.

People suffer from addiction to a number of things, not just alcohol and drugs. For instance, sex addition is reported to be on the rise in Bristol. However, there’s no doubt drug and alcohol addiction is particularly deadly. These are also the two most common addictions. With the ubiquity of social drinking, emotional dependency on alcohol can be hard to spot.

In today’s modern age, there are many addicted to the internet and video games. This particular addiction often robs someone of a proper life.

Whatever kind of problem you have, 1-1 therapy is often highly effective. If you don’t want to share your problems with a group, it’s a great way to explore individual issues. Ultimately, ending addiction is your choice. But everybody needs help and support when tackling addiction.

For 1-1 therapy in Berkshire, simply contact Addiction Care. We will help you take back control of your life. Based in Guildford, we offer personalised treatment for every client and can help anyone from age 16+.

To contact us call 01483 533 808.

Or visit our website today.

Food addiction is a serious problem in the UK. With obesity levels hitting record levels, it is putting a strain on NHS services. Last year there was on average 530,000 admissions due to weight-related problems.

When many people are stressed, they turn to food for comfort. It isn’t actually the food which is addictive; it’s more the process of eating it. Stimulating reward pathways in the brain, craving food is a behavioural addiction rather than related to substances.

Unfortunately, unlike other additions, this problem is usually relatively hidden. Binge eating often isn’t taken seriously enough, despite the fact it causes long-term problems. It is often a vicious cycle, and can affect both men and women.

Are you looking to find food addition help in Hampshire? If you feel you have no control over your eating, Addiction Care can help. Based in Guilford, we want you to regain confidence and self-esteem.

Addiction Care begin by helping people face self-denial, therefore bringing a touch of reality. At the same time, we look to mitigate feelings of shame and guilt. After this, we will create a healthy and nutritional food plan.

To discover more about our treatment, click here.

When you think of addiction rehabilitation programmes, you may think that it involves sitting in a room with a number of other people and talking openly about your addiction. However, I have a different approach here at Addiction Care. I know better than most what it is like to have an addiction and I know how difficult it can be to talk openly about your problems. That’s why I provide one to one therapy sessions. You will just be with me, able to talk openly and freely about your addiction in full confidence.

Since starting Addiction Care, I have successfully helped a number of people go on to recover from their addictions. Whether that’s to alcohol, drugs, sex, work or something else. Through my treatment programmes, I will help you not only recover, but learn the techniques required to sustain your recovery for the rest of your life, giving you back the life you and your family deserve.

Please do not hesitate to call me on 01483 533808 if you would like more information about the 1-to-1 therapy sessions I provide in Surrey. I will be able to help and I look forward to hearing from you.

You can also read my previous article: One to One Therapy Berkshire.

Although dealing with a food addiction may seem like an impossible hill to climb, there is so much help available for you. If you are local to Hampshire then you can find help from me here at Addiction Care with the food addiction treatment programmes I provide.

Dealing with any type of addiction will be tough. I have been there myself to know exactly the road that needs to be taken. However, with my one to one treatment programmes, you can come to me in confidence and talk openly about your addiction to food. There is no judgement, just advice and treatment. I will help you explore your past to identify how and why your addiction to food manifested itself so we can resolve the problem together.

Unlike other addictions such as alcohol, drugs or exercise, you can’t simply stop the activity as we all need food to survive. That’s why it is critical to address the underlying problem which caused the addiction in the first place. With my treatment you can then learn to have a new relationship with food and go to recover.

Please do not hesitate to contact me on 01483 533 808 if you would like to find out how I can help you.

You can also read my previous article: Find Food Addiction Help Berkshire.

Attending treatment sessions for an addiction is in itself a daunting task. This is made even more stressful and off putting if you are concerned about being in a room with a number of other people. That’s why here at Addiction Care, I provide one to one therapy sessions from my rehabilitation centre in Surrey. By coming to me for help with your addiction, you can be sure that you will only be with me on your own, free to talk openly and honestly which is critical to recovery.

If you have already had a look on my website, you will know that I can help with all types of addictions. This includes an addiction to a substance such as alcohol or drugs, through to activities such as work or sex.

If you would like to arrange an initial consultation with me, please call 01483 533 808 and I am confident that I will be able to help. If you prefer, you can email me on info@addictioncare.co.uk and once received, I will reply to you.

Please read my previous article: Get Addiction Treatment in Berkshire.

At Addiction Care, I provide my addiction rehabilitation programmes  on a one-to-one basis. I will work with you to help you recover from the addiction that is negatively affecting your life and the lives of people who you care about.

To-date I have successfully helped a number of people throughout Surrey face their addiction head on and achieve a sustained recovery. This includes addictions to alcohol through to drugs, sex or work. It doesn’t matter what type of addiction you have, there will be an underlying, unresolved cause as to how and why the addiction has manifested itself. Through one-to-one therapy sessions I will be able to help you work out what that cause was so we can treat that together and then implement the strategies to recover from your addiction.

Would you like to get individual therapy in Guildford or surrey for your addiction? If so, then please call me on 01483 533 808. If you prefer, you can email me (Peter) on info@addictioncare.co.uk.

You can also read my previous article: Get Drug Addiction Treatment in Berkshire.

Addiction Care is the number one place for where to get alcohol treatment in Surrey. I have been providing my one to one therapy sessions for alcohol addiction for a number of years and to-date I have helped people from all walks of life recover from their addictions to alcohol.

Although you may think that an alcoholic is someone who drinks to excess every day, the truth is that an alcoholic is anyone who feels they have to have at least one alcoholic drink per day and they can’t beat the temptation. Alcoholism like any addiction starts from an underlying, unresolved cause, my job is to help you realise what that cause is so that can be dealt with first. Then we can work together to recover from the need to drink.

For more information about the alcohol addiction treatments I provide in Surrey, please call me on 01483 533 808. I will be more than happy to help.

You can also read my previous article: One to One Therapy Berkshire, to find out more about the therapy sessions I provide.

Do you live in Surrey and need drug help? My name is Peter and I have been helping people with drug addictions in Surrey and the local area for a number of years. With my one to one therapy sessions I will be able to help you recover from your drug addiction and I am here to provide the support you will need.

It doesn’t matter what type of drugs you are addicted to, whether that’s pain killers, sleeping pills through to cocaine or heroin, there are proven strategies to help you recover regardless of the substance you are addicted to. The process starts off by us helping you realise the gravity of the situation and the effects your addiction to drugs is having on yourself and the people you care about. I will then talk with you to find out when your addiction to drugs started and what was occurring in your life at that time. Together we can resolve any issues that weren’t resolved previously so once you are in a state of a recovery you have a high chance of not relapsing.

Please call me today on 01483 533808 if you would like an initial consultation with me. I will be able to help and I look forward to hearing from you.

You can also read my previous article: Are You Seeking Individual Therapy in Guildford.

Are you seeking individual therapy help in Guildford? If so, then I can help you here at Addiction Care. I provide one to one therapy sessions for people who need help with dealing with an addiction and being based in Surrey means that I perfectly placed to help you if you are in Guildford or elsewhere in the local area.

To-date I have helped people recover from addictions such to alcohol, drugs, work, sex and many others and I can say with full confidence that I will be able to help you. It is important to remember that there is no cure for an addiction. However, with recovery you will be able to stabilise your life and not have your addiction negatively affecting you and causing harm to your life and to the lives of the people you care about.

I am keen to hear from you if you need help with an addiction you are facing. You can call me on 01483 533808 and all calls are handled in the strictest of confidence. If you prefer, you can email at info@addictioncare.co.uk.

Please read my previous article: Drug Help Surrey.

I am here to help you if you are suffering from an addiction to drugs. Whether you are battling with an addiction to substances such as cocaine or heroin through to pain killers or sleeping pills. Whatever your addiction is, if you are local to Surrey then help is most certainly at hand with the one to one therapy sessions I provide.

There will be an underlying cause as to why your addiction to drugs has manifested itself. It is my job to help you first realise the severity of your addiction to drugs and then uncover the reason as to how that addiction started. I will then be able to help you implement the required techniques to recover from your addiction and learn how to deal with your addiction on a day-to-day basis.

If you have any questions about the drug addiction help I provide, please call me on 01483 533 808. I will be more than happy to help and all calls are handled with the strictest of confidence.

Please read my previous article: Where to get Alcohol Addiction Treatment in Surrey.

The process of having one to one therapy sessions when dealing with an addiction to alcohol is extremely important. At Addiction Care, this is the exact service I provide and have been offering for a number of years to people throughout Surrey.

Although everyone is unique, there are certain proven steps within an addiction rehabilitation programme that work. The first is talking with you to find out how and when your addiction to alcohol manifested itself. There will be an underlying, unresolved issue that needs to be dealt with first so I can then help you implement the strategies required to put yourself in to a state of recovery from your addiction. The power of talking should never be underestimated with regards to overcoming an addiction.

As a recovering alcoholic myself I am perfectly placed to help you as I know the difficulties you will face on your journey to recovery, however, I am proof that it can be achieved.

If you have found my website by searching online for where to get alcohol addiction treatment in Surrey then I would love to hear from you. You can call me (Peter) on 01483 533 808.

Please read my previous article: One to One Therapy in Berkshire.

With estimations that 64% of the UK’s population are classed as being overweight or obese, and statistics suggest that around 22% of the population have an addictive personality. This means that there are around 8896025 people who could be food addicts.

For some, addiction can sound like a cop out. It can be the excuse to continue or worse still, go deeper into the food in the belief that there is no hope. When in fact, this psychological setback merely means the person is susceptible to addictions, which can include anything from drugs and alcohol to pornography, gambling, Internet, video games, exercise, work, relationships, and in this case food.

Food addiction, like any other addiction presents with a spectrum of behaviours that can be habitual or even ritualistic. The person addicted to food eats compulsively (or indeed starves or purges compulsively). There are also impulsive behaviours, such as impulsive food shopping. And believe it or not, there is a physical addiction evident through withdrawal symptoms. To add to this, food addicts may switch from one addiction to another, giving a semblance of having control, or even sustain many different addictions.

Physical consequences can be obvious; increase in size, a growing number of ailments and associated illness, for example increased risk of heart conditions, diabetes. Health services are already expressing concern about the escalating demand directly linked with obesity. There are less obvious effects, such as depression, low-self esteem, isolation, to name but a few.

The first step into treatment at Addiction Care enables the person to learn what addiction is and being able to apply that knowledge to themselves and see if they really are food addicts. From thereon they gain knew information and experience how to take back control, with a programme of abstinence. This might sound odd! After all we have to eat. However, this is life changing treatment and now words can explain the experiential process that occurs to start living life accordingly, free from the perils of addiction.

Pamela Roberts on behalf of Addiction Care

Our biggest piece of advice to anyone suffering from an addiction, or if someone you care about is suffering from an addiction, is to get professional help. In our experience, we have found that people suffering from an addiction try to overcome their addiction themselves at home for a number of reasons. However, it’s extremely likely that you will experience a ‘point of crisis’ and we want to help you before such an event occurs.

Whether you are addicted to drugs, alcohol, gambling, through to spending, there is no need to feel ashamed. Our expert and professionally trained team have helped numerous people who have experienced the exact same addiction you are currently facing. Although there is no cure for any addiction, we will be able to help you recover, overcome and get your life back to normality.

We provide our treatments from our day care centre based in Surrey. With us you won’t have to worry about any overnight stays and from our first meeting with you we will be able to put a structured recovery program into place.

To get professional help with your addiction, please call us on 01483 533300. We will be able to help you.

Please read our previous article : Quality Care For Your Addiction. 

Here at Addiction Care, we provide only the highest quality care for your addiction. Based in Surrey, we have a fantastic team of experts who are here to help you deal with and overcome the addiction you are currently facing.

Addictions are more common than you may realise and are often left untreated until a point of crisis occurs. We would urge you to come to us before a point of crisis arises. If you can feel an addiction taking hold of your life, or of someone you care about, then you won’t be disappointed with the fantastic treatments we can implement straight away.

We cover a range of addiction, these include the following –

• Alcohol
• Drugs
• Gambling
• Sex
• Spending
• Compulsive Overeating & Bulimia
• Plus much more!

Full information on all of the addictions we provide treatments for can be found on our website. If you would like to find out more, or you would like to book onto a day care treatment plan with us, then please call our team on 01483 533300.

Please read our previous article : Addiction Rehab in Surrey.

We can help with the understanding of sex addition. If you are concerned that you are addicted to sex, or you realise your partner is and want to seek help for them, then we have a clinic based in surrey with trained and experienced therapists who can assist you.

Did you know that a sex addiction doesn’t just take the form of sexual intercourse between two people? It can also relate to any of the following –

• Chat Rooms
• Pornography
• Masturbation
• Dating sites and Agencies
• Plus much more!

If you have an addiction to any of the above and they have a negative impact on your life, or the lives of people you care about, then you shouldn’t delay with seeking help. Our therapists will talk through with you clearly and concisely the processes that need to be implemented to help rid you of your addiction to sex.

For more information, or to book to come and meet with us for an initial consultation, please call us on 01483 533300. We will be able to assist you further.

Please read our previous article : Learn More About Sex Addiction.

Obtaining help with gaming rehabilitation is one of the key treatments we provide here at Addiction Care. Do you live your life in the virtual world? Do you sacrifice real life relationships for your need to play online games? Are playing games having a negative effect on your life?

If you have answered ‘yes’ to the above questions, then we can help you get your life back on track by implementing the rehabilitation required. No longer do you have to put up with the isolation, mood swings and a compulsion to play video games that an addiction to gaming can bring.

Although gaming addiction is a relatively new phenomenon, from our expertise of dealing with a varying range of addictions, we are pleased to say that you won’t need to look any further than coming to us for help. For further confirmation on the high quality treatments we provide, please read through our previous testimonials, which you can access by clicking HERE.

To book in for gaming rehabilitation with us, please call our team on 01483 533300. We will be more than happy to assist you further.

Please read one of our previous articles : Professional Gaming Rehab Surrey.

Are you, or do you know someone suffering with an addiction to alcohol? Any addiction is extremely hard to beat if you don’t seek professional help and unfortunately, an addiction to alcohol is no different.

If you have found us because you are aware that you have a problem with alcohol and your want to receive treatment for alcohol addiction, then you are already on the right path to recovery and recovery is certainly possible! Here at Addiction Care, we provide day care treatments for people just like you. We know what’s required to help you get your life back on track whilst overcoming and managing your addiction to alcohol.

If you are local to Surrey, then don’t suffer with an addiction to alcohol. Book in with us and our experienced team will be able to help you. There is nothing to be ashamed of, alcohol is a drug and is a highly addictive substance. We will show you how to not let alcohol control your life.

For more information, or to book in with us, please call our team on 01438 533300. We will be able to assist you further.

Get Food Treatment in Surrey

Getting food treatment in Surrey couldn’t be easier than coming to us here at Addiction Care. Although overcoming any addiction isn’t easy, we are here to help you get your life back on track within the quickest time possible, whilst ensuring that you learn the necessary steps to continually beat your addiction to food on a day-to-day basis.

With us, you don’t have to worry about any lengthy overnight stays. We provide day care treatment, which means you can come to us during normal daytime hours to receive the required treatment from our trained professionals.

Along with ensuring we help you overcome your addiction to food within the quickest time possible, we also make sure that our prices are affordable. Our ethos is to make our treatments accessible to anyone who may need them. For your convenience, we have listed the prices of our day care treatments on our website, which you can access by clicking HERE.

For more information on how to get food treatment in Surrey, please call us today on 01483 533300. We will be more than happy to assist you further.

Please read our previous article : Fight Your Addiction to Food. 

If you come to us here at Addiction Care in Surrey, not only will you be able to fight your addiction to food, but you will also be able to beat it and more importantly, regain control of your life.

Have you been trying to control your food addiction yourself? You’re certainly not alone, we have found that a large number of our patients have previously been in denial about the severity of their food addiction, or they genuinely believed they would keep the addiction under control. Addictions of any type, including food, are extremely hard to overcome, especially without specialist help and that’s what we are here for.

What do we offer?

We provide day care treatment, whereby you can come to us during the day to undergo the required treatment for your addiction to food. You don’t have to worry about any overnight, or lengthy stays! We have set, proven programs in place that we will implement straight away to help you beat your addiction.

To find out more, please call us on 01483 533300. We will be more than happy to assist you further.

Please read our previous article : Drug Addiction Treatment in Surrey.

An addiction to food, in our experience is one of the most difficult to overcome and re-gain control of, simply because unlike other addictions, you need the source of the addiction (food) everyday, you simply can’t stop having food to stop the addiction. However, we can help you if you are looking to get food addiction treatment in Surrey.

Who are we?

Here at Addiction Care, we are a specialist rehabilitation centre dealing with a varying range of addictions with our day care treatments. We have been helping people overcome the addiction they are facing within the local area for a number of years.

Why should you come to us?

Quite simply, we’re experts in our field. Our team of therapists are all highly trained and qualified to offer the treatments that we provide. We have proven methods to deal with all addictions faced within the Western world, from food, through to gambling.

On our website you’ll be able to find a wealth of information about the treatments we provide for food addiction. If you have any questions, please call us on 01483 533300.

Please read one of our previous articles : Get Food Addiction Help In Surrey.

Have you had the moment you realise that you are living your life in the virtual world? Does playing video games overtake your set of priorities above everything else, which includes personal relationships, through to work, or education? If so, then it’s extremely likely that you have an addiction to gaming.

Whilst you certainly need help to ensure that your addiction to gaming is kept under control, it may be of some comfort for you to know that you’re not alone. Gaming, along with internet addictions are two of the fastest growing addictions within the modern, technological age we live in.

Our experienced team have proven methods that we can help you learn and implement to overcome your addiction to gaming. Whilst there is no exact cure for any type of addiction, we will help you get your life back into control.

To book your first day care session with us here at Addiction Care, please call us on 01483 533300. We’ll be more than happy to assist you further.

Please read one of our previous articles: The Best Gaming Rehab Surrey for more information on how we can help you.

Did you know that you can get food addiction help in Surrey? If you, or some one you’re concerned about is experiencing an addiction with food and you’re local to Surrey, then the expert team here at Addiction Care can help.

Food addiction is one of the hardest addictions to overcome. The reason for this is simply because unlike other addictions such as alcohol, or gambling, your body will always need a source of food to survive. Therefore, you can’t simply stop eating to help the addiction become manageable. However, this certainly doesn’t mean that you can’t control and overcome your addiction to food.

No longer do you have to remain in the vicious cycle of feeling depressed because of your food addiction which in turn causes the addiction to remain. Whether you’ve had an unhealthy relationship with food for as long as you can remember, or there has been a recent trigger to cause the onset of a food addiction disorder, our day care treatments are certainly the answer.

To find out more on how we can help you control and overcome your food addiction, please call us on 01483 533300. We’ll be more than happy to assist you further.

Please read one of our previous articles : Food Treatment Surrey.

If you would like to learn more about sex addiction because you’re concerned that you, or your partner are potentially addicted to sex, then we can help you here at Addiction Care.

Whilst you may be under with impression that a sex addiction only relates to the physical act, the addiction also covers chat rooms, pornography, masturbation, voyeurism, exhibitionism and cybersex. Are any other above, along with sex having a negative affect on your life? If the answer is ‘yes’, then here at Addiction Care, we provide treatment courses to help stop sex addiction from affecting your life.

We provide our treatment courses within our centre which is based in Surrey and our treatments do not require any overnight stays. From us, you’ll be able to seek help from expert therapists with dealing with sex addictions.

For more information with regards to sex addiction and the treatments we provide, please call us 01483 533300. We’ll be more than happy to assist you further.

Please read one of our previous articles : Getting Help For Sex Addiction to find out more about how we can help you.

If you would like to learn more about sex addiction because you’re concerned that you, or your partner are potentially addicted to sex, then we can help you here at Addiction Care

Whilst you may be under with impression that a sex addiction only relates to the physical act, the addiction also covers chat rooms, pornography, masturbation, voyeurism, exhibitionism and cybersex. Are any other above, along with sex having a negative affect on your life? If the answer is ‘yes’, then here at Addiction Care, we provide treatment courses to help stop sex addiction from affecting your life.

We provide our treatment courses within our centre which is based in Surrey and our treatments do not require any overnight stays. From us, you’ll be able to seek help from expert therapists with dealing with sex addictions.

For more information with regards to sex addiction and the treatments we provide, please call us 01483 533300. We’ll be more than happy to assist you further.

Please read one of our previous articles : Getting Help For Sex Addiction to find out more about how we can help you.

Is gambling negatively affecting your life? Whether it’s yourself who has an addiction to gambling, or a loved one, we can help you. Gambling addictions, if left untreated can be extremely damaging on a health, social and financial level. Don’t allow gambling to keep control of your life. Here at Addiction Care, we are the leading gambling addiction treatment surrey providers and we can help.

In today’s modern world, gambling has taken a shift to the online space. This means that it’s extremely easy to obtain the gambling games you wish 24hrs a day, 7 days a week from your home. As a result of this, over the past few years there has been a huge increase in the number of people suffering from a gambling addiction. Don’t let this addiction destroy your life and that of your family and friends. Recovery is certainly possible and with our day care treatments we can help you put the required steps into place.

For more information you can call us on 01483 533300. We’ll be more than happy to assist you further.

Please read one of our previous articles : Overcoming a Gambling Addiction for more information on the treatments we provide.

Is gambling negatively affecting your life? Whether it’s yourself who has an addiction to gambling, or a loved one, we can help you. Gambling addictions, if left untreated can be extremely damaging on a health, social and financial level. Don’t allow gambling to keep control of your life. Here at Addiction Care, we are the leading gambling addiction treatment surrey providers and we can help.

In today’s modern world, gambling has taken a shift to the online space. This means that it’s extremely easy to obtain the gambling games you wish 24hrs a day, 7 days a week from your home. As a result of this, over the past few years there has been a huge increase in the number of people suffering from a gambling addiction. Don’t let this addiction destroy your life and that of your family and friends. Recovery is certainly possible and with our day care treatments we can help you put the required steps into place.

For more information you can call us on 01483 533300. We’ll be more than happy to assist you further.

Please read one of our previous articles : Overcoming a Gambling Addiction for more information on the treatments we provide.

Seeking professional alcohol treatment doesn’t have to be a difficult task. The most difficult task is realising that you have a problem with alcohol and that you need help with it. If you’ve realised that alcohol controls your life, or you’ve had a ‘point of crisis’ and realised that you need help, then you are in safe hands with the team here at Addiction Care.

We offer treatment courses locally to Berkshire which are proven to help you control your addiction to alcohol and put you back in the driving seat. The important thing to remember is to not feel ashamed. Alcohol in itself is addictive and you are not alone if an addiction to alcohol has developed in your life.

We want to make sure that obtaining the treatment you require is as easy and hassle free for you as possible. That’s why we provide flexible day care treatments which involve no overnight stays.

To book onto our treatment course for alcoholism, please contact our team on 01483 533300. All calls and enquiries are handled with the strictest of confidence. We are solely here for you, to help you with your addiction.

Please read our previous article : Information on Alcohol Rehab in Surrey.

Would you like information on alcohol rehab in Surrey? Whether you are looking for information for yourself, or for someone else, we are confident you will be able to find what you require on our website.

From our experience, people with any form of addiction, whether that’s alcohol, through to gambling, have a tendency to feel ashamed and unwilling to talk about the addiction. We are here to help show you that actually addictions are more common than you think and nothing to feel ashamed about. With our care, we are confident that we’ll be able to help you, or the person you’re concerned about get treatment for the addiction and re-gain control.

At Addiction Care we offer proven care programmes which can last from 2 weeks, up to 4 weeks. However, we also offer other bespoke care programmes as well to suit you. We know that there is no exact cure for an addiction and that’s why we also offer day care programmes so you can come back to us if you need us.

For more information on how we can help you, please contact our team on 01483 533300. Our team will be more than happy to assist you further.

Please read our previous article : Food Treatment Surrey.

With the help of the team here at Addiction Care, overcoming a gambling addiction doesn’t have to be the hard fight you may at the moment perceive it to be. If you, or a family member is suffering from an addiction to gambling then it’s important that you or they receive help to control it. If gambling has formed an addiction within your life then you may not already realise the destruction it has caused, both financially and between you and family and friends.

You don’t have to feel alone, or ashamed. In today’s technological world that we live in, it’s all to easy to access gambling sites from the comfort of your own home. If you’re concerned that gambling has taken control of your life then we’ll help put your life back on tack.

For more information overcoming a gambling addiction you can call our expert team on 01483 533300. We’ll be able to provide you with a wealth of information along with making an appointment to come and see us.

Please read one of our previous articles : Alcohol Addiction Treatment in Berkshire.

Whilst the majority of addictions are kept as secretive as possible, we’ve found that this is even more the case when it comes to dealing with sex addiction. Whether you’re addicted to watching pornography, through to hiring escort agencies, you’re not alone and although not publicly discussed as openly as other addictions such as alcoholism, or gambling, you certainly don’t have to deal with this type of addiction on your own.

Here at Addiction Care, from our years of expertise, we can help you implement strategies on dealing with sex addiction. Whilst it’s healthy to enjoy a sex life that you’re in control of, no longer do you have to put up with your sexual urges controlling your life.

If you are struggling with sex addiction then please call our team on 01483 533300. We’re more than confident that we’ll be able to help you within our clinic which is based locally to Berkshire. If you would prefer, you can contact us via our online contact form which you can access by clicking HERE.

Please read one of our previous articles : Getting Help With Addiction in Surrey for more information on the range of addictions we can help with.

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There is no getting away from the fact that trying to overcome an addiction is a difficult thing, there is no cure after all. However, getting your life back on track is more than possible, although what’s required is the right tools at your disposal and that’s where we come in here at Addiction Care. On a daily basis we help people with the addictions they face, whether that’s gambling, through to alcohol. We offer support, understanding and the processes you’re required to learn and develop to successfully overcome your addiction and never again allow it to rule your life.

If you would like further confirmation on the high quality treatment we provide here at Addiction Care, then you can read through testimonials we’ve received, which you can access by clicking HERE.

Please feel free to call our team on 01483 533300, or email us on info@addictioncare.co.uk if you would like to find out more information on how we can assist you when you’re looking at getting help with addiction in Surrey. We’ll be more than happy to assist you further.

You can also read one of our previous articles : Addiction Rehab in Surrey

Without structured treatment, trying to beat any addiction, especially alcohol is extremely difficult and we are here to say that it doesn’t have to be as difficult as you may think. If you are concerned that you are addicted to alcohol, or you have a loved one that you’re concerned about, then the team here at Addiction Care can help.

One myth about alcohol addiction we’d like to dispel is the image of an alcoholic you might have in your mind, one of someone who has to get drunk every night and drink to excess. An addiction is a dependency, if you, or you know someone who can’t go a day without just having one alcoholic drink, then by definition there is likely to an addiction to alcohol.

As you’ll be able to see on our website, alcohol is one of the most common types of addictions we treat. We have a fantastic success rate of helping people to overcome the addiction and regain control of their lives.

To find out more on how we can assist with our alcohol addiction treatment in Berkshire, please call us on 01483 533300. We look forward to hearing from you.

Although, unfortunately there is no outright cure for an addiction, there is rehabilitation. By definition, rehabilitation is the treatment in place to facilitate the necessary processes to enable recovery from injury, or illness. This is exactly what we offer here at Addiction Care. We have effective rehabilitation processes in place to help you with a wide range of addictions, which include the following –

• Alcohol
• Drugs
• Gambling
• Sex
• Gaming
• Work
• Spending

If any of the above are taking control of your life then you need seek assistance. If you are concerned of someone else with an addiction, then we can help you by providing you with information to speak to them about the damaging effects which will occur if the addiction is left untreated.

We will help you understand that rehabilitation is not an overnight cure, this will take time. However, we make sure our prices are affordable so you, or the person you care about can come to us until life is back on an even keel.

Please do not hesitate to call our team on 01483 533300, or email us to info@addictioncare.co.uk to find out more about addiction rehabilitation in Berkshire.

Welcome to Addiction Care, If you have found us because you, or someone you care for is suffering from an addiction, then we can help you. Our expert team are fully qualified and experienced to provide all of the recovery steps and guidance required to help minimize the negative affects of the addiction.

Our aim is help you improve your life. Whether you’re searching online for the leading food treatment Guildford providers, through to alcohol, drugs and many more, we’re more than confident that you won’t be disappointed with coming to us.

If you have an unhealthy relationship with food, don’t worry, you’re not alone and this is more of a common problem than you would think. In our experience, the addiction tends to be with a certain food type, or groups of food. With our programme, we’ll teach you how to overcome the addiction now.

We make sure that we keep our prices as transparent and manageable as possible and you can see the rates charged by clicking HERE.

Please feel free to browse through our website at the full range of addiction treatments we offer. To find out more information about our addiction recovery programmes, please call us on 01483 533300. If you prefer, you can email our team on info@addictioncare.co.uk and once we’ve received your enquiry, we’ll reply to you.

Here at Addiction Care, we make getting treatment for addiction in Surrey hassle free for you. We want to help you if you’ve been struggling with an addiction. Whether that’s an addiction that’s negatively affected your life for a long period of time, or a newly formed addiction.

We always operate on an open and honest policy to all of our patients. That’s why we’ll inform you that there is no cure for your addiction. However, with the right assistance and guidance you can ensure that your addiction does not rule your life and there is an effective recovery process.

We can help with a range of addictions which are more common that you may realise, these include the following –

• Alcohol
• Drugs
• Gambling
• Sex
• Work
• Exercise
• Plus much more!

More in-depth information can be found on our website in relation to the programmes we have available and costs for any of the above.

If you are suffering from an addiction, or you’re concerned about someone else, then please call us in the strictest of confidence on 01483 533300. If you prefer, you can email us on info@addictioncare.co.uk and once received, we’ll reply to you.