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This article remembers the addiction-related deaths of some of the biggest names in show business: Philip Seymour Hoffman, Whitney Houston, Truman Capote….
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Charles Kennedy Remembered | The Illness of Alcoholism
A statement from Charles Kennedy’s family soon after his death acknowledged that he had lost his life to alcoholism. We look at the media coverage of alcoholism – from “demons”, “flaw” to the disease model of addiction….
Rapping About Addiction Rehab
In recent years, rappers and hip hop enthusiasts began to talk about their addiction problems. Macklemore and Eminem were hooked on drugs. Now they rap about recovery….
Is There Creativity After Addiction?
Director Lars Von Trier said that he did not think he was able to create anymore. Many examples prove him wrong….
Ten Essential Films About Addiction
Addiction has inspired many directors to make great films and actors to give unforgettable performances. Here is a good list of ten films about addiction….
Addiction Treatment in Sweden
The Swedish legislation states that all employers need to have a written policy regarding alcohol and drug abuse and provide addiction treatment for their employees…
The Salvation Army are Wrong: Addiction and Homelessness are Linked
Salvation Army may try to change perceptions about homelessness, but the link between addiction and social-break-down is something to be tackled….
Afghan Veteran Ben Parkinson Gets Oxygen Treatment
Ben Parkinson, the most injured British soldier to have returned from Afghanistan, is receiving Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment at Castle Craig Hospital….
Status Quo Singer Francis Rossi & Cross-Addiction
Status Quo Singer, Francis Rossi, describes cross-addiction & his cocaine addiction. Cross-addiction happens when one form of addiction leads to another….
New Legislation Addresses Burnout
Belgium is the first EU Member State to implement legislation to counteract psycho-social risks determined by work-related stress, like burnout….
Ireland Institutes Cross Border Directive
If you are entitled to healthcare treatment in Ireland you can get it at Castle Craig in Scotland….
Narcotics Anonymous Online Meetings
An interview about the role of online Narcotics Anonymous meetings in recovery from addiction….
Lessons from The Wilderness
An article about our connection with nature and how it can help in addiction recovery….
Are women more emotional than men?
Rebuilding a damaged relationship can be one of the biggest challenges in addiction recovery. Find out how differences between the male and female brain help….
Why The Alchemist Is Better than Breaking Bad
What do Paolo Coelho’s The Alchemist, Breaking Bad and 12 steps have in common? Read an analysis of the common message of these two powerful stories….
The NHS Endorses Alcoholics Anonymous
Public Health England (NHS) recommends the use of 12-Step self-help groups like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Castle Craig is a 12-step based rehab clinic….
Are E-cigarettes Worse than Conventional Cigarettes?
A recent research paper suggests electronic cigarettes can be more toxic than normal cigarettes. Read more experts’ opinions and e-cigs health risks here….
The Controversial Death of Philip Seymour Hoffman
Few could picture Philip Seymour Hoffman as a heroin addict. For many, this was a confrontation with the shocking truth of addiction which doesn’t take sides….
Romania Legalises Medical Marijuana – or Does it?
The Romanian media recently announced medicinal marijuana was about to be legalised. Castle Craig Rehab investigated the story. Read more….
Betty Ford Clinic Merges with Hazelden
America’s biggest rehab clinics – the Betty Ford Clinic and Hazelden – announced merger, creating the world’s biggest addiction treatment organisation….
Scottish Government Reviews its Methadone Programme
The Scottish Government says methadone should be prescribed as the main substitute for heroin addicts, although the way it is distributed should be improved….
Pleasure Unwoven – A Film by Kevin McCauley
For those of us who have been looking for some scientific answers about the theory of addiction, the film Pleasure Unwoven is something of a revelation….
How Brain Scans Can Predict Relapse
New research from Yale University suggests that carrying-out brain scans on recovering alcoholics could be used to diagnose the risk of relapse….
Newspapers Show Examples of the Real Cost of Addiction
The journalists, the authorities and the public fail to make the connection between crime, abuse and addiction. The real cost of addiction is unknown….
Police Want Mandatory Drug Testing at Work
All professionals to be drug tested at work: Staff who are discovered with drugs in their system during work hours with have to get clean or lose their jobs….
