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What Sets Trafalgar Apart?

We recently produced a short piece on the aspects of Trafalgar's treatment that set us apart in the field of addiction treatment. These are specific qualities that allow Trafalgar to provide all clients with the strongest possible foundation for lasting recovery. This blog offers some brief descriptions of these qualities.…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresMarch 9, 2019

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Avoiding Isolation in Addiction Recovery

Addiction can be a very isolating condition. It can cause extreme damage to relationships and can lead the person with the addiction to withdraw from others due to their addictive behaviour and underlying mental health issues. This, in turn, can make it harder for them to achieve recovery, as the…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresMarch 4, 2019

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Responding to Relapse in Addiction Recovery

Many people with addictions working towards lasting recovery will at some point experience relapse. While this can be a difficult truth to accept, it is important to acknowledge it and to think of relapse in the correct context. It is not an end to the recovery process, but a part…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresFebruary 27, 2019

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Supporting a Loved One After Relapse

Our last blog discussed responding to relapse in addiction recovery. While relapse is a painful experience, it does not mean the end of recovery. It can in fact be used as an opportunity for the person with the addiction to learn and to reaffirm their commitment to recovery. They may…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresFebruary 26, 2019

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Withdrawal From Crystal Meth

Methamphetamine, or Crystal Meth, is a highly addictive and dangerous substance. It creates a range of intense psychological and physical effects in the user. When someone who has developed an addiction to crystal meth stops using the substance, they are likely to experience withdrawal. We previously published a comprehensive blog…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresFebruary 23, 2019

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MDMA Withdrawal – Effects & Symptoms

When someone addicted to MDMA stops using the drug, they will experience withdrawal. This is a term used to describe the physical and psychological symptoms that occur when an addictive substance gradually leaves the addicted person’s system. The first and most severe phase of withdrawal is called acute withdrawal. This…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresFebruary 19, 2019

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MDMA Addiction, Effects & Treatment

Ecstasy or MDMA is usually used as a “party drug” due to its stimulant and hallucinogenic effects. While it is not as physically addictive as drugs such as alcohol or opioids, it can be very psychologically addictive. How MDMA Works MDMA increases the activity of neurotransmitters (chemicals in the brain),…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresFebruary 13, 2019

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Physical Signs of Addiction

If you are concerned that you or a loved one may be struggling with addiction, there are a number of physical signs to consider that may be revealing. While many of these signs do not necessarily indicate addiction, they may be useful in identifying a problem. If you have questions…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresFebruary 8, 2019

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Common Relapse Triggers in Addiction Recovery

The phrase “relapse trigger” can refer to anything that presents a challenge to a person’s recovery and makes them vulnerable to relapse. This could be a particular scenario or location, a person or group of people, or a mental or physical health issue. Stressful or upsetting situations are often relapse…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresFebruary 3, 2019

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Partner Support Therapy for Addicted People’s Loved Ones

Addiction and concurrent mental health disorders rarely affect only one person. Those close to the addicted person must also cope with the emotional and mental damage caused by addictive behaviour. It is extremely painful to watch someone close to us struggle. It is also common for those close to an…

Trafalgar Addiction Treatment CentresJanuary 22, 2019

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