Drug and Alcohol Addiction treatment

What is addiction?

If you have an addiction, then you are certainly not alone. According to the charity Action on Addiction, 1 in 3 people are addicted to something. An addiction is described as not being in control of doing, taking, or using something that has a negative impact on a person or the people around them. Addiction can be chronic and/or relapsing with many manifestations such as Alcohol, Illegal Drugs, Prescription and over the counter medication, Social media, Shopping, Gambling, Gaming. The list is none exhaustive but what is important to remember is that if the behaviour causes a negative impact in the person’s life, yet they continue with the behaviour. 

Drug Addiction

Drug addiction, also called substance use disorder, affects the persons behaviour which leads to an inability to control the use of a legal or illegal drug or medication. Substances such as alcohol, marijuana and nicotine are also considered drugs. When you are addicted, you may continue using the drug despite the harm it causes.

Alcohol Addiction

Alcohol addiction, also known as alcoholism, affects people of all walks of life. Experts have tried to pinpoint factors like genetics, sex, race, or socioeconomics that may predispose someone to alcohol addiction, but it has no single cause. Psychological, genetic, and behavioural factors can be contributing elements.

How I Straker Consultants can help

I Straker Consultants specialise in private alcohol addiction treatment as-well as a private drug addiction treatment service. Our addiction therapists are incredibly experienced and skilled in the treatment of both drug and alcohol addiction, using a plethora of therapies which includes a prescription service if needed. The fact you are looking into a private addiction counselling service means that you have taken the first difficult step on the road to acknowledging and admitting that there is a problem and that you need support. This is where I Straker Consultants can help.

If you or someone you know are struggling with poor mental health then please visit our website for more details of how I Straker Consultants can help you, or call now for a free consultation.