Medical articles of Addiction

17/12/2025
Written by Top Doctors
Understanding behavioral addictions: Gambling, gaming, and more
Behavioral addictions are increasingly recognised as serious conditions that can have a profound impact on a person’s life. Unlike substance addictions, these involve compulsive engagement in activities such as gambling, gaming, or shopping, rather than drugs or alcohol.
25/08/2023
Dr Khaled Helmy
Psychiatrist
Supported recovery: Improving long term outcomes for patients with mental health and substance use disorders
Family support is crucial for patients who have a dual diagnosis, alongside medication and therapy. In this article, renowned psychiatrist Dr Khaled Helmy discusses the role of family support in recovery and offers valuable advice for readers assisting loved ones in returning to normal life. He also provides insights into the treatment journey for those with mental health and substance abuse issues.
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27/07/2023
Dr Khaled Helmy
Psychiatrist
Dual diagnosis: What to know about substance abuse and mental health disorders
Substance abuse and addiction issues can often be related to concurrent mental health problems, meaning that establishing an accurate diagnosis and effective management plan can be highly complex. To learn more, we invited esteemed psychiatrist Dr Khaled Helmy to share his expert insight on dual diagnosis.
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16/01/2023
Dr Samr Dawood
Psychiatrist
What is sports psychiatry and what benefits does it offer?
The intense pressure of elite athletics, and the accompanying highs and lows, can frequently provoke mental health problems among athletes. Sports psychiatry is the best way of addressing these specific problems. In his latest article, highly-renowned psychiatrist Dr Samr Dawood explains the benefits of sports psychiatry, as well as how elite athletes may be at a higher risk of developing mental health problems.
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13/07/2021
Dr Oscar D’Agnone
Psychiatrist
The OAD Clinic: Providing world-leading alcohol addiction treatment in uncertain times
One of the many effects of the COVID-19 pandemic has been a significant increase in people's alcohol intake. In some unfortunate cases, it can lead to alcoholism. Thankfully, there are expert solutions available. Dr Oscar D'agnone, founder of The OAD Clinic, provides an in-depth look at the services the industry-leading centre offers for people with alcohol addiction.
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28/04/2021
Dr Oscar D’Agnone
Psychiatrist
Alcohol addiction: treatment and recovery with the OAD Clinic
Overcoming alcohol addiction involves tailoring treatment and recovery to your specific lifestyle and goals. Dr D'Agnone explains how The OAD Clinic makes this possible.
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23/03/2021
Dr Edwin Ugoh
Psychiatrist
Prescription drug addiction: Preventing, detecting and overcoming prescription drug abuse
Even the most commonly prescribed drugs can lead to prescription drug addiction. Here, Dr Edwin Ugoh, leading consultant psychiatrist, explains how this addiction can lead to physical, mental and/or social complications. He also explains how to prevent, detect and overcome it.
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26/01/2021
Dr Richard Bowskill
Psychiatrist
How to overcome and avoid addiction in the COVID-19 pandemic
Many people are developing an addiction as a result of the pandemic. Dr Bowskill spells out why this is happening and how to identify addiction in yourself, friends and family. He also explains how addiction can be overcome.
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08/04/2020
Dr Oscar D’Agnone
Psychiatrist
Opioid addiction: what are the signs of dependency and how is it treated?
It can be scary to admit that you or your loved one has an addiction to painkillers. Dr Oscar D'Agnone is the Medical Director of The OAD Clinic in London and here he shares the signs of opioid dependency and gives an insight into the specialised treatment that he uses to help someone with an addiction.
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01/04/2020
Dr Oscar D’Agnone
Psychiatrist
Is it easy to become addicted to opioid painkillers when living in chronic pain?
Pain is a common symptom that some people may have to live with every day. But medicating chronic pain in conditions such as arthritis, migraines and fibromyalgia, could be a slippery slope for some who may rely on these pain relievers, such as opioids, too much. Here, one of our top psychiatrist Dr Oscar D'Agnone explains how it's so easy to become addicted to painkillers.
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