Addictions blog articles

Advice on what to say and do to help a functioning alcoholic.

We have taken a look at the effects that alcoholism can have on a family, how to deal with addiction in the family and the support that Priory can offer as a person embarks on recovery.

We look at how best to manage an alcoholic parent or alcoholic parents to make sure that the entire family doesn’t have to live with the effects of the addiction.

How alcohol addiction physically affects different parts of your body.

It’s hard to know where the line is when it comes to drinking alcohol. Here are some signs that you’re drinking too much and may have developed a dependency.

Family therapy can help everyone affected by an addiction to understand each other once again and move forward as a support network that can look after one another.

Research shows that nearly half of UK adults still don't know the government's weekly recommended alcohol limits.

Do you find yourself waking up covered in sweat after drinking? You might be experiencing night sweats due to alcohol.

If you are abusing fentanyl or are worried about someone you care about, there are common signs and symptoms that can indicate addiction. We list them here alongside available treatments.

David* has shared his story of recovery from alcohol addiction, sex and love addiction and unresolved childhood trauma.

Exploring the effects of codeine abuse, from withdrawing to developing a dependency.

Aftercare describes the treatment and support that's offered beyond an inpatient stay for addiction treatment. Here are the benefits to people in recovery.