In this guide we will be helping you identify cocaine addiction symptoms, whether you’re using cocaine or know someone who is, it’s important you have all of the facts before talking to them about it, or getting help yourself. Addiction can feel extremely lonely so, if while reading this page you begin to recognise any cocaine addiction symptoms in yourself or someone you know, it’s important to keep in mind you’re not alone and, with the right support, you can free yourself from this destructive cycle. Cocaine addiction symptoms and warning signs When describing the symptoms of cocaine addiction you…
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BUPA: How to pay for private rehab with BUPA Insurance
Bupa has a comprehensive mental health insurance coverage policy. They cover a variety of illnesses including addiction to alcohol and drugs and can fund treatment at a residential rehab clinic depending on the individual’s coverage policy. Castle Craig is a Bupa-accredited provider of residential addiction treatment. We have received their Covid-19 Safety badge that demonstrates our dedication to Covid-19 safety standards in relation to testing, infection control and use of PPE. View our Bupa page here. Insurance through Bupa for residential rehab treatment programmes usually covers detoxification, medical and psychiatric assessments, therapy, room and board costs, fitness and continuing care….

How are we performing? Recent patient satisfaction levels
We regularly run audits on patient satisfaction levels to make sure we are listening and responding to what our patients are saying. Recent surveys taken in July and September found the following: Our patients describe our staff as ‘very kind’, ‘supportive’, ‘diligent’, ‘fantastic’, ‘absolute treasures’, ‘rays of sunshine’ and ‘efficient’. Every category rated 100% Good, Very Good or Excellent, with particular praise for nursing care, individual therapist care and staff support. Ratings increased to Very Good or Excellent for ‘Catering’ (88%), ‘Accommodation’ (89%), for ‘Fitness’ (89%). New fields for ‘Use of ICT’ and ‘Hygiene, Health & Safety and Infection Control’…

A Drug Summit Drums Up Support for Scotland
Drug summits are being held today and tomorrow to address the drug death epidemic in the UK. Ironically, this is happening in Glasgow, which is at the heart of the problem. For Scotland, this is literally a life-or-death turning point as the country has seen some of the highest numbers of drug and alcohol-related mortalities in the world while having a drastic decline in addiction treatment funding. Since last year, Scotland has seen a 27% rise in drug-related deaths, with the majority of it being from opioid overdoses. Meanwhile, admissions to treatment centres, especially residential rehabs, have dropped. Today, it…

Edinburgh Alcohol and Drug Rehab Clinic
Welcome to Castle Craig Alcohol and Drug Addiction Clinic, near Edinburgh, Midlothian Castle Craig is a private residential rehab clinic near Edinburgh which provides treatment for alcohol, drug and gambling addictions. Established in 1988 we have forged close ties with the private and NHS medical community in and around Edinburgh and across Scotland. Our Clinic is Near Edinburgh Driving to Castle Craig clinic from Edinburgh and the Lothians takes from 30 minutes. We regularly pick up patients from central Edinburgh, Edinburgh Waverley, the Lothian area, and Edinburgh International Airport. Thinking about Addiction Rehab Close to Edinburgh Why attend a residential…

Addiction Treatment Programme
Castle Craig is one of the world’s most renowned residential alcohol and drug rehab clinics and the UK’s only dedicated addiction treatment clinic with a 24/7 doctor and hospital standards. Since we opened our doors more than 30 years ago, over…

Family Therapy
Involvement of family members in alcohol & drug treatment & strong support networks of friends and colleagues is vital to successful addiction recovery….

Experience Castle Craig’s Unique Rehab Clinic
Since opening our doors in 1988, Castle Craig has treated over 10,000 patients from all over the world with an overall 98% satisfaction rate…

Is There a Quick Treatment for Addiction?
Read on to find out why there is no such thing as a quick treatment for addiction, and why it can be risky to try. Castle Craig alcohol and drug rehab, UK…
Got Soul!
Got Soul is a charity, founded by Maryam Ghaffari in 2012 to help people out of loneliness and isolation through soul and R n B music, and to make a difference in the community…

Why Don’t People Get Treatment for Addiction?
The US, for example, has a lot of treatment centres relative to its population, yet the national average for people seeking treatment hovers around 10 percent. Why don’t people seek help for addiction?…

When to Change Sponsors
If you can, you should stick with one sponsor, because the better you know each other, the more productive your relationship will be. Sometimes that isn’t possible or desirable. Here are some reasons you might need to change sponsors….

How to Find 12 Step Meetings When Traveling
While addiction recovery should be your primary focus, you are still allowed to live your life and have sober fun. Having a vacation when you are in early recovery does not give you an excuse to be on vacation from your recovery. There are many ways you find 12 step meetings all over the world while you are traveling….

The Reason for Individual Treatment Programs
While the biological roots of chemical dependency are similar for everyone, each person’s struggle with addiction is unique. That’s the main reason for individual treatment programs that cater to each person’s needs, triggers, and goals….

Psychiatric Evaluations Serve a Purpose in Addiction Treatment
A great deal of substance abuse and addiction relates to mental health, therefore psychiatric evaluations often serve an important purpose in addiction treatment and ongoing recovery….

Problem Solving Skills You Gain in Treatment
Addiction recovery programs like drug rehab and behavioral counseling do more than just help an addict break from addiction, the problem solving skills you gain in treatment help you construct a better life for years to come….

10 Ways You Can Achieve Your Goals in Recovery
It’s important for patients in addiction recovery to have attainable goals that they can pursue and achieve. It’s great for confidence and builds momentum for ongoing success….

Affluence May Be a Barrier to Recovery
There are many challenges to overcome in active recovery from addiction but affluence may be a barrier to recovery for people who live in a world of access to the things they’re trying to avoid….

How to Move Past Fear in Recovery
Fear is a significant motivator in all aspects of our life but fear can be particularly debilitating for addicts in recovery. Learn to harness your emotions and move past fear in recovery….

Healthy Foods for a Strong Recovery
Diet and nutrition is a major factor in the rehabilitation process of drug rehab, so learning to incorporate these healthy foods into your diet will help you maintain a strong recovery….

Does Abstinence In Recovery Have to Be Permanent?
For those who are coming to terms with newfound sobriety in the wake of addiction treatment, one can wonder if this state of abstinance is permanent or a passing phase of recovery….

Should Everyone Be Working The 12 Steps in Recovery?
The 12 steps are a recovery programme that focuses on the necessary steps a person must follow to come to terms with addiction and beat it for good….

Benefits Of Remote Living During Treatment
The treatment process for recovering from your addiction will benefit tremendously from a remot living arrangement where you can relax and focus on your health and wellness….

4 Ways To Be Your Best Self In Recovery
Addiction Recovery challenges us to bring out the best in ourselves in order to conqeur addiction completely. Here are 4 ways to be your best self in recovery….

Treatment Exhaustion Can Happen During The Recovery Process
The process of recovering from addiction can take its toll on mind and body, making treatment exhaustion a very real threat to your sobriety during the recovery process….