Medical articles of Drug addiction

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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03/03/2020
Dr Oscar D’Agnone
Psychiatrist
Addiction counselling: using talk therapy to treat alcoholism
Recovering from alcoholism is a journey, and for many, a lifetime commitment. Alcohol addiction counselling can guide you along that road to recovery by giving you a safe space to speak to a specialist allowing you to be more aware of your problem and gain control of your addiction. Leading London psychiatrist, Dr Oscar D'Agnone, describes what happens when you attend a typical counselling session.
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24/02/2020
Dr Oscar D’Agnone
Psychiatrist
When is the best time to go to rehab? Signs you need help
Acknowledging that you need help for substance abuse is the first step in treating the problem and when positive change begins. But, how do you come to the acknowledgement that you need help and can you identify the signs? Sometimes they aren't always that clear. Psychologist, Dr Oscar D'Agnone who leads The OAD Clinic in London explains more:
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20/01/2020
Dr Lars Davidsson
Psychiatrist
Drug addiction and willpower
Addition and drug use can have some detrimental effects on our lives. Meet Dr Lars Davidsson, a consultant psychiatrist at the Anglo European Clinic. We spoke to talk about what it means to abuse drugs or have a drug addiction. We also found out what it takes to go sober and some of the treatment options available.
07/01/2020
Dr Lars Davidsson
Psychiatrist
What makes a person an alcoholic?
As alcohol is so readily available and accepted in our society it can be hard to tell the difference between casual use and addiction. Dr Lars Davidsson, a consultant psychiatrist from London and Southend-on-Sea, explains what it means to be addicted to alcohol and identifies the first steps in treating this condition.
02/05/2019
Dr Lars Davidsson
Psychiatrist
What are the main symptoms of psychosis?
Schizophrenia and drug-induced psychosis are two of the commonest types of psychosis. We've asked expert psychiatrist Dr Lars Davidsson to describe the symptoms that may occur when someone is experiencing either type of the condition. Read more on how psychosis can be treated.
26/06/2017
Written by Top Doctors
What are the main symptoms of addiction?
6 signs of addiction you need to know.