The dangers of drink-driving and drug-driving
One of the many risks to life that addicts face on a daily basis is an increased chance of motor vehicle accidents. Unfortunately, drink-driving is one of the biggest killers…
Am I too old to get sober?
It’s never too late to make a change, stop drinking, repair relationships and make lasting memories for yourself and your family. Whether you’re 50, 60, 70 or older, we know…
How to reduce the risk of relapse
Addiction is a tricky thing to overcome, the statistics show us that 40-60% of people who have received treatment for addiction relapse. Unfortunately, you will never stop being an addict,…
The rise of self-harm in teens
We’re very concerned to see the increase in teens self-harming and how self-harm and addiction is commonly linked. Unfortunately, many of our young clients come to us for addiction help,…
What are the signs that someone is addicted to drugs?
Sadly, drug use has been significantly increasing in recent years. According to the World Drug Report 2022, around 284 million people aged 15-64 used drugs worldwide in 2020, a 26…
The 12 Steps and Rehab
The 12 Steps are the fundamental principles upon which the Alcoholics Anonymous programme is based and were written by the founders of the AA back in the 1930s. It has…
Alcohol Addiction and the Damage it can Cause
Drinking alcohol is a regular part of life for millions and millions of people around the world, yet it is a powerful chemical that can have a negative impact on…
Eating Disorder Programme at The Bridge
We have had three clients in the last six months come to us with an eating disorder and our team has been able to find the right therapists, doctors and…
The Dangers of Cross Addiction
January is a great time for a new start and many people decide to make a change for the better. If you’re making a big change, especially if it’s around…
Why Christmas is so tough for addicts and what coping strategies are there?
December is here, decorations are up and thoughts are turning to the holidays. This should be a happy time and something to look forward to, but for addicts and their…
