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Top 10 Online Game Addiction Effects

Internet gaming is a modern addiction that can quickly disrupt relationships and health. Learn the warning signs and know when...

How Does Drug Abuse Affect Families?

When addiction enters the home, healthy family structures collapse. Learn how substance abuse affects the entire household and how to...

Party Drugs: Types and Effects

Party drugs are risky due to unknown contents. Understand the dangers of party drugs and how they impact the brain...

Sober Living Homes: Program, Benefits and How it Works

Sober Living Homes offer a drug- and alcohol-free space for transitioning after rehab, with The Cabin Chiang Mai highlighting their...

How to Help an Alcoholic Son or Daughter

Is your son or daughter struggling with alcohol addiction? There’s hope. Read this article to learn how to help an...

Adderall vs Meth: Is Adderall Meth?

Adderall and Meth are both amphetamines with similar names, but they are fundamentally different. Here’s what you need to know.

Addiction in Teens: Effects of Drugs on Youth

Worried about your teenager? Understand how addiction impacts young minds and spot the signs before it’s too late to protect...

Dopamine Addiction: Reward System

Is your brain’s reward system a problem? Learn how dopamine drives addictive behaviours and take control of your habits to...

Drug Dreams in Recovery

Recovering addicts frequently have stressful drug dreams. Do these dreams predict recovery success? What do they reveal about you?

What is Methamphetamine Psychosis (Meth Psychosis)?

Methamphetamine Psychosis (Meth Psychosis) is a severe mental health condition that occurs as a result of methamphetamine use.

10 Benefits of Inpatient Rehab

Discover 10 life-changing benefits of inpatient rehab, from 24/7 support and medical care to a structured environment that fosters lasting...

12 Signs of Drug Use in Teens

Learn the 12 warning signs of drug use in teens, from sudden behaviour changes to physical symptoms. Spot the signs...

10 Best Meditation Apps of 2025 Reviewed

10 best meditation apps of 2025 reviewed—featuring free and premium options to support mindfulness, sleep, focus, and emotional wellness.

10 Benefits of Being Sober: How Sobriety Improves Life

Sobriety brings 10 powerful benefits—better health, clarity, emotional balance, stronger relationships, and lasting control over your life.

10 Most Common Relapse Triggers in Addiction Recovery

In addiction recovery, self-awareness is your most powerful tool. Master the 10 common triggers to build a stable path to...

Media Influence on Youth and Children

Discover how modern media influences children and youth today—exploring effects on behaviour, mental health, education, and social development.

Yes, You CAN Overdose on Cocaine (Please Read This Warning)

Cocaine overdose is a serious risk in Australia, potentially leading to severe side effects or death. This article discusses the...

How Long Does Cocaine Stay in Your System?

Cocaine can stay in your system longer than expected, influenced by factors like purity and dosage. This blog highlights detection...

Cocaine Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment Options, & More

Cocaine addiction causes harmful compulsive use that affects physical and mental health. If you or a loved one are struggling,...

Cocaine Psychosis: The Dangers of Cocaine Use

Cocaine psychosis can cause paranoia, hallucinations, and delusions, impacting both users and their families. Explore our guide to understand cocaine...

Signs of a Cocaine Addiction: Is Your Loved One Addicted to Cocaine?

Worried a loved one might be addicted to cocaine? Recognising the signs could save their life. With cocaine use at...

How to Quit Cocaine For Good (A Step-By-Step Guide)

Ready to quit cocaine for good? This guide provides a definitive roadmap to recovery, enabling you to break the cycle...

Does Cocaine Cause Depression? The Truth Behind Addiction’s Vicious Cycle

Cocaine use can trigger depression. If you're struggling with mental health, cocaine may worsen the issue. Read on to learn...

Exercise Addiction: How to Tell if You’re Addicted to Working Out

Exercise boosts energy and mood and is key to good health. But for some, it can turn into an exercise...

Recovery Support Groups: How to Find One, Benefits, Options, & More

Looking for recovery support groups in your local area? Be careful. You need to find the right support group for...

The Benefits of Quitting Alcohol (REAL People Share Their Stories)

Thinking of quitting alcohol? Learn the amazing benefits of getting sober, and hear some incredible stories from people who’ve changed...

Self-Medicating With Alcohol And Drugs is Extremely Dangerous (And How to Stop)

Using substances to cope with anxiety, stress, or depression can harm your health and relationships. Self-medication is a challenging habit...

Social Media Addiction is Destroying Australian Families and Marriages (2024 Stats)

The Impact of Social Media on Australian Spouses and the Destruction of Marriage? Let's learn the impact of social media...

Weed Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Treatments, Stats, & More

Many people think of marijuana use as non-addictive and inconsequential, but new research proves otherwise. We explore the prevalence of...

How to Stop Enabling an Addict (And Support Them Instead)

Do you frequently find yourself offering your loved one 'one last chance'? Are you afraid of what will happen when...

Prescription Drug Addiction in Australia is Out of Control

Australia is in a prescription drug crisis, with rising opioid abuse and overdose rates. Learn the signs of addiction and...

Things to be Grateful For in Recovery & How to Practice Them

Unleash the power of gratitude on your recovery journey with our comprehensive guide. Overcome challenges, reduce anxiety, and find fulfilment....

How Much Does Rehab Cost in Australia in 2024?

Rehab is the most effective way to quit addiction. But in Australia, it can be expensive. In this blog, we...

7 Easy Ways to Sleep Better in Sobriety

Struggling to sleep? Do you find your mind racing or experiencing unsettling dreams? You're not alone. Many people with substance...

How To Heal a Disregulated Nervous System

An unregulated nervous system can lead to stress, cognitive difficulties, insomnia, and severe physical and mental health issues. However, these...

The Rise of Novel Synthetic Drugs in Australia

In recent decades, illicit manufacturers have developed new substances that pose serious dangers to public health. In this blog, we...

What is the Most Addictive Drug in Australia?

Australia has strict border control, but drugs are still a problem. Some drugs are more addictive than others. We'll look...

Cocaine and Alcohol: 10 Ways Mixing Them Can Be Fatal

Mixing cocaine and alcohol is a deadly combination that can lead to overdose, stroke, heart issues, or even fatal violence....

The Mental Health Community Responds to the Growing Need for Sex Addiction Treatment

Looking Back on 5 Years of Lockout Laws: Did Regulations Curtail Sydney’s Alcohol-Related Violence?

Australia’s Growing Concerns Over the Effects of Porn Addiction

Do Australia’s Strict Alcohol Laws Encourage More Drinking?

Gambling Is Killing 1 Australian Everyday – When Is It Time To Seek Help?

Why Is Australia The #1 Country For Drug Abusers?

Social Anxiety: Don’t Suffer in Silence

Ladies, Could Your Drinking be Getting Out of Hand?

Identifying the Signs of an Ice Addiction

Summary Chronic ice use can significantly deteriorate physical health, leading to issues like weight loss, skin problems, and dental decay....

Online Wagers, Mobile Betting and the Odds Against You

Dangers Every Pregnant Mother Should Know About Drinking

Australia’s “Ice” Epidemic Hits Mums, Teens

According to government studies, ice consumption in Australia has significantly increased in recent years—we look at who is using the...

Should Australia Increase the Legal Drinking Age?

Aussie Footballers Cycle to Raise Awareness About Depression

Hoping to start a national conversation about mental health, Aussie footballers announce plans to bike more than 1,400 km from...

How to Know if You are Living with a Sex Addict

Legal Marijuana in California — What Does it Mean for Australians?

Australia is described as ‘ripe’ for legalisation of recreational marijuana. But it remains unregulated, and cannabis use continues to come...

A New Study Suggests Cocaine Addiction Could Begin after First Use

A new study has found that cocaine could be even more addictive than previously thought. In fact, using the drug...

How to Deal with a Molly Comedown

The Hidden Costs of Addiction

James Franco on Overcoming His Addiction and Depression

Your Sober Guide to Sydney Nightlife

There’s never been a better time to be sober in Sydney. With that in mind, here’s a shortlist of sober...

Need Residential Rehab? Consider Treatment in Thailand.

Adderall vs. Meth: What’s The Difference?

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Canberra Mum Kate Seselja: From Pokie Addiction to UN Mentorship

Kate Seselja of Canberra accumulated $500,000 in debt through her pokie addiction and thought of committing suicide. Now, she works...

Why We Need to Talk About Chris Cornell’s Addiction, Mental Health and Suicide

Described by friends and family as happy, loving and ambitious just days before his death, Chris Cornell’s suicide has shocked...

Continuing Care: Your Secret Weapon in Relapse Prevention

Are you hesitant to put in the work to get sober because you’re afraid that you’ll just fall back into...

4 Tricks to Stop Catastrophic Thinking, a Threat to Your Sobriety

Do you find yourself obsessing over imaginary worst-case scenarios? This is called catastrophic thinking, and it can cause you unnecessary...

Stimulant Psychosis: When Drugs Break Your Grip on Reality

What do Australia’s Naloxone Subsidies Mean for Your Opioid-addicted Loved One?

Australia is making efforts to increase the availability of Naloxone, an antidote that decreases the risk of opioid overdose. What...

Credit Card Gambling Addiction: Australia’s ‘Big Four’ are Laughing all the Way to the Bank

Using your credit card to gamble online is easy, convenient… and incredibly addictive.  Though the craps and blackjack tables in...

A 5-Step Guide for Dealing With Drunken Mistakes in Recovery

EMDR: An Effective Way to Address Trauma in Addiction Treatment

Trauma can make you feel like you’re trapped in a nightmare. Situations, people, sounds or smells can trigger painful memories,...

The Psychology Behind Gambling Addiction: Betting Against the Odds

Could Pregnenolone Hold the Key to Marijuana Addiction Treatment?

Would you continue to smoke weed if it stopped getting you high? Recent studies have identified a natural brain molecule...

Learned Tolerance – The Unknown Overdose Risk

When tolerance to drugs and alcohol builds, users up the amount they take to feel the same effects. But what if...

New Laws Against Over-the-counter Codeine Meds Attempt to Curb Opioid Addiction

Australia’s new legislation banning the sale of over-the-counter opioid pain medication becomes effective in February 2018.  Some say this measure will...

Causes of Alcoholism: Why Is Drinking a Problem for Some and Not Others?

Why can some people drink without any issues, whereas others lose control of their drinking from the get-go? When it...

Women Now Drink as Much, or More, Alcohol Than Men

Drinking behaviour is one way in which the gender gap is closing: new research shows that women are now drinking...

Compulsive Over-eating, Binge Eating and Bulimia: When Food Becomes an Addiction

Mounting evidence shows that food addiction may be the culprit for disorders such as compulsive over-eating, binge-eating disorder and bulimia....

Rick Springfield Recounts his Struggles with Sex Addiction and Depression

Married to an Addict: Should I Stay or Should I Go?

Being married to an addict can feel challenging, chaotic and overwhelming, and it can be difficult for spouses of addicts...

What Shape will Australia’s Drug Policy Reform Take?

Drug consumption and addiction in Australia is among the highest in the developed world. As public concern around the issue...

The Gilded Razor: a Painful but Inspiring Tale of Teen Addiction

Sam Lansky, the culture editor for Time magazine, has written a jolting memoir that paints a grim and vivid picture of...

Pokémon Go Takes the World by Storm, Highlights the Risks of Online Gaming Addiction

Millions worldwide are getting hooked on Pokémon Go’s version of ‘augmented reality’. But with people risking physical danger and quitting...

Binge Drinking and Mental Health: It’s Complicated

Binge drinking, a favourite Australian pastime, is obviously bad for physical health.  But did you know it also has a...

Black Market Steroids, Bikie Gangs and Bigorexia

Prescription Drug Abuse Outpaces Ice in Rural Australia

Prescription drug abuse is growing in rural Australia, with more people dying from prescription drug overdose than illegal drugs or road...

How to Set Yourself Up for Success in Early Recovery

The first 90 days of recovery are often the most challenging, as you transition back into your daily life full...

Why Continuing Care is Essential to Addiction Recovery

Could Drug Consumption Rooms Reduce Ice-Related Casualties?

Former Federal Police Commissioner Mick Palmer wants to roll out drug consumption rooms throughout Australia’s capital cities in an effort...

Drugs and Sport Do Not Mix: New Zealand Warriors’ Slip-Up is Just the Tip of the Iceberg

Six New Zealand Warriors players have been banned from playing football for recreationally using a mix of prescription drugs and...

Love Me, for I Love Me Not: All About Love Addiction

Love addiction is a catch-22. Love addicts put all their time and effort into searching for the perfect relationship, yet their...

How Outpatient Addiction Treatment Differs from Residential Rehab

Addiction is a complex condition that to overcome, for many people, requires professional help. A well-rounded treatment programme within a...

Awareness and Addiction: How Mindfulness Meditation Can Support Your Recovery

We sometimes hear the term, “mindfulness.” But what is it exactly, and how can mindfulness meditation help with addiction recovery?...

Australia’s Internet Addiction: Outrageously Hard-Wired

Australia Readies to Legalise Medical Marijuana

A bill has been passed in Australia that plants the seed for the cultivation and use of medical marijuana legally....

The Origins of Ice: Chinese Crime Syndicates

With ‘ice’ use in Australia reaching epidemic proportions – half of it being produced domestically and the other half allegedly imported...

Come for the Music, Stay for the (Ecstasy) Party, Leave via Ambulance

Ecstasy-related deaths are a growing problem at Australian music festivals. They can be attributed to attendees’ nonchalance towards the dangers...

Pull of the Pokies — Gambling Maintains its Stranglehold on Australia

NSW has the 2nd highest number of poker machines in the world, beaten only by Nevada. With statistics like these,...

Synthetic Drug Use Causing Deaths Across Australia

Kronic, Flakka, Gravel, Vanilla Sky, Spice — the synthetic drug trend is taking hold in Australia, with terrifying consequences. Learn...

Sydney’s Lockout Laws — Aye or Nay?

Are Sydney’s lockout laws really the solution to curbing alcohol-fuelled violence and other alcohol-related dangers? Get the rundown on the new...

And One of the Most Addictive Foods of All is…Cheese!

Recent studies show cheese ranks high among addictive foods. Learn why, as well as what causes food addiction and how you...

Cocaine Causes the Brain to Eat Itself — another Cocaine Addiction Risk

A recent study finds brain cell death is one of many frightening consequences of cocaine use.  Learn about the risks...

360 Releases New Single, Admits His Battle with Codeine Addiction

Rapper 360 releases video for new song “I’m Sorry” about his codeine addiction.  Learn about the dangers of codeine addiction...

Could Heroin Rise above Meth as Australia’s Biggest Problem Drug?

While the country’s headlines have focused on Australia’s meth addiction, heroin addiction has been rising quickly in the shadows. While...

Stoner Sloth Misses the Mark on Drug Education in Australia

See why Stoner Sloth, the star of Australia’s anti-marijuana ads, has gone viral for all the wrong reasons. Most ad...

Australian Addiction Treatment Centre Shalom House Claims to be the Strictest Rehab Centre — But Does it Work?

Shalom House, an addiction treatment centre in WA, claims to be the strictest rehab centre in Australia, but it is...

Why do Ice Addicts in Sydney Display such Violent Behaviour?

Experts say that an increasing amount of Australia’s violent crime can be linked to ice addicts as methamphetamine use leads...

How Does Australia’s Drinking Culture affect Addiction Rates and Alcohol-Related Deaths?

With an average of 15 alcohol-related deaths in Australia each day, see how Australia’s drinking culture needs to be reformed....

Wendy Whitely’s Lavendar Bay ‘Secret Garden’ Shines Light on the Benefits of Gardening in Addiction Recovery

Wendy Whitely threw herself into creating a beautiful ‘secret garden’ after getting clean from heroin. Here we look at how...

Aussie Senator Jacqui Lambie admits her Son is a Meth Addict and Pushes for Forced Rehab

Australian Senator, Jacqui Lambie, is pushing for forced rehab in an effort to combat ice addiction — but there may...

Socialite George Gerges Involved in Cocaine Drug Bust

Cocaine use is often glamorised by elite figures such as George Gerges. But the long-term effects of the drug are...

Australia’s Deadly Addiction to Meth

Ice addiction has taken Australia by storm — and the effects are deadly. Across Australia, officials are talking about soaring...

Australia’s Not-So-Sweet Sugar Addiction

Obesity is a major concern for Australians, and most likely linked to the world-wide epidemic of sugar addiction… which is...

Gambling Addiction in Australia: Highest Percentage of Gamblers in the World

Australian’s are making headlines as the world’s most addicted gamblers, with over 80% of citizens partaking in gambling activities — which...

Australian Children Paying the Price for Alcohol Abuse with Violence

Current studies reveal that alcohol abuse is responsible for harming one million Australian children – and they are only the...

Australia’s Ice Epidemic Causes Shortage of Addiction Treatment Facilities

High rates of methamphetamine addiction in Australia are proving too much for treatment facilities to handle – addicts are dying...

Are Canadians responsible for Australia’s Ice epidemic ?

Canadians are now the second largest source of illicit drugs being brought into Australia, next only to Chile. Some of...

The real cause of addiction – A reply to the Huffington Post

Co-occurring addiction and PTSD treatment

Many people suffering from PTSD are also suffering from addiction – which is why addiction and PTSD treatment are often...

MBCT – Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy and Addiction Treatment

In recent years, cognitive behavioural approaches to addiction therapy have been supplemented with aspects of mindfulness, known as mindfulness-based cognitive...

The Psychology Behind the Controversial 12 Steps in Addiction Treatment

AA’s 12 Steps are widely criticised, but a new study proves that participation in the “Steps” and its systems increase...

Compulsive sexuality is a manifestation of the disease of addiction

Compulsive sexuality failed to make it into the new edition of the DSM (the psychiatrists’ bible) in 2013, despite significant...

Sex Addiction Proven to be Real

While sex addiction has yet to be officially classified as a “real” addiction, new brain research shows that sex can...

Today’s Top 5 Best Practices in Addiction Treatment

With millions of people around the world suffering from the disease of addiction, finding proper treatment is a major public...

Meds aid alcoholism recovery but therapy still essential

What if there were a medication that could significantly aid alcoholics in their recovery? Recently there has been renewed attention...

Prescription painkillers – Who is to blame for overdoses ?

Overdosing on prescription painkillers has become increasingly more common over the last few years. But where does the fault lie?...

Binge Drinking: Even more harmful and widespread than we thought ?

Binge drinking is socially acceptable in many countries around the world. However, new research shows that even one session of...

Is my family safe from addiction?

If you are an addict, will your children and loved ones suffer from addiction as well? Both genetics and environmental...

Does one of your staff have an addiction problem?

Are you in a management position? Do you think that one of your employees might have an addiction problem? Find...