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The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will instruct his patients in care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease.

Thomas Edison

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Mental Health, Recovery

Real Life Consequences of Recreational Drug Use in Australia

Most conversations about drug use focus on the psychological toll — the anxiety, the dependency, the slow erosion of wellbeing. …
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Uncategorized

More than Medication: The Growing Trend of Polypharmacy in Australia 

Polypharmacy in Australia Speaking to my mother, who lives in the US, over the phone last week, she was lamenting …
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Mental Health, Relationships

Tending to Your Strength: Self-Care Strategies for Supporting Someone with Addiction

Supporting Someone with Addiction In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside ~ Deepak Chopra  Loving someone battling …
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Mental Health, Recovery, Relationships

Embracing the Tide: The Transformative Power of Grief

The Power of Grief Loss. A word heavy with finality, etching a jagged line across our lives, leaving behind a …
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Recovery, Uncategorized

Untangling the Web: A Comprehensive Exploration of Disordered Eating

Disordered eating, an umbrella term encompassing a spectrum of unhealthy relationships with food, goes far beyond simply “wanting to lose …
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Mental Health, Recovery

No Stone Unturned: How addiction, substance and medication misuse affect long-term health.

Substance abuse and addiction is a potent destabilising force and can have a devastating impact on long-term health, including physical, …
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Recovery, Uncategorized

ADHD: Complexities in Diagnosis and Treatment

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has garnered significant attention over the past few decades, sparking debates, controversies, and concerns regarding its diagnosis, …
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Recovery, Uncategorized

When Healing Hurts

In 2021, the number of people worldwide suffering from opioid use disorder stood at 21.39 million. Earlier this year, the …
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Mental Health, Recovery

The Healing Power of Horses

In her work with rescue horses, Candida Baker has seen some magical moments of healing take place between horses and …
A thought-provoking article exploring the experiences and challenges faced by individuals with drug addiction. The article sheds light on the complexities of addiction, recovery journeys, and the importance of compassionate support and resources for those seeking to overcome substance abuse
Mental Health

Cocaine Use: Crossing the Line

Cocaine use in Australia has seen its highest level of increase in almost 20 years. In 2019, a staggering 4.2 …
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Mental Health

Ties that Bind

When it comes to addiction rehabilitation, family and loved ones can be the difference between success and disappointment. Exactly how …
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Mental Health

Playing the Mental Health Card

It’s easy to be cynical when a high-profile person cites ‘mental health issues’ as a seemingly convenient excuse for poor …