Substance abuse
Substance abuse involves the harmful use of drugs or alcohol, leading to addiction and adverse effects on physical, mental, and social well-being. It encompasses behaviours that pose risks and negative consequences associated with the consumption of psychoactive substances.
Therapists for Substance abuse
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Martin Ollington
Counsellor
Eastbourne
£60/session
Counselling Areas: Chronic illnesses, Anger, Depression, Self harm, Grief, Aut...
Types of session offered:
• Phone• Video
Fiona Bowden
Eye
£50/session
Counselling Areas: Relationship problems, Abuse, Bipolar disorder, Family issu...
Types of session offered:
• Phone• Video• In Clinic
Katherine Jordan
Paignton
£50/session
Counselling Areas: Abuse, Anger, Eating disorders, Grief, Autism, Anxiety diso...
Types of session offered:
• Video• In Clinic
Articles on Substance abuse
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Alcohol Use in Adolescents: The Hidden Impact on Mental Health
Alcohol affects memory, emotions, and sleep. In teens, it harms brain development, increases mental health risks, and lowers academic performance. Early drinking raises dependency risks and is influenced by peer pressure. Healthier social alternatives exist.
