Cocaine use in Australian capital cities climbed to unprecedented levels by June 2020, despite COVID-19, the 11th National Wastewater Drug Monitoring Program report has revealed. The report covered around 56% of the population, which equated to about 13 million people, and noted cocaine usage per person was higher in Australian cities than regional areas. […]
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Many of us overindulge during the festive season – too much food, too many treats, and too much alcohol. The society we live in makes this a normal thing to do at this time of the year, so it’s common to just go with the flow and then pledge to clean up our acts in […]
If you suspect your child is using drugs, there are likely a myriad of emotions running through you right now – shock, anger, disappointment, fear, helplessness – just to name a few. The reality is that 1 in 8 Australians aged 14 and over will misuse pharmaceutical drugs at some point in their lifetime […]
It seems that COVID-19 has presented more than one health crisis, with substance dependency disorders and behavioural addictions skyrocketing in isolation. Contributors: Dr Christian Rowan, Addiction Medicine Specialist at The Banyans; Peter Hayton, Clinical Director and Senior Psychologist at The Banyans; and Emily Hill, Communications at The Banyans Stress drives people towards addictive coping […]
Alcohol misuse happens to many people – so much so that identifying alcoholism can be hard. Sadly, many people end up dependent on alcohol. This can start as an emotional or psychological dependence and can progress to a physical, psychological or emotional dependence. How do you know if someone you love may be experiencing an […]
The signs of addiction can be hard to spot. What starts as a way to relax or socialise can become an unhealthy habit. Our behaviour can get out of control, leaving our loved ones and us helpless in addiction’s grasp. How do you know when it’s time to seek support for addiction behaviour? This […]
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Addiction and dependency is costly. Not only can it sabotage your health, time with family, and productivity, addiction can put your success at risk. Are you curious about the true cost of addiction? This article may be helpful if you are… Experiencing substance misuse or addiction yourself, or supporting a loved one with addiction; […]
The decision to attend drug rehab is a brave yet challenging one. Knowing what to look for and expect can help you prepare and find the best rehab centre for your needs. Keep reading if you are… Trying to understand whether drug rehab is right for you or a loved one. Searching for drug […]
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