Clare Norman

2 months ago | psychreg.org | Samantha Green |Tim Williamson |Christopher Laird |Clare Norman

1 Reading Time: 2 minutesWhen one partner struggles with addiction, both people in the relationship feel the impact. Substance use can create distance, damage trust, and lead to repeated arguments. Couples rehab gives partners a chance to start fresh – together. Capo by The Sea offers a program built for couples who want to recover side by side. Their drug rehab for couples supports both addiction recovery and relationship repair. Most centres split couples up during treatment.

2 months ago | psychreg.org | Samantha Green |Tim Williamson |Christopher Laird |Clare Norman

2 Reading Time: 2 minutesYoung people who display antisocial tendencies by the age of 15 are significantly more likely to develop substance use problems by the age of 17, according to new research from Sweden. In contrast, those who trust societal institutions are less likely to develop similar issues, highlighting the complex social roots of adolescent addiction. The findings were published in the journal Addictive Behaviors.

Mar 25, 2025 | psychreg.org | Adam Mulligan |Samantha Green |Christopher Laird |Clare Norman

3 Reading Time: 2 minutesA new study from Norway has revealed the transformative potential of art-based vocational rehabilitation for young people grappling with social, mental health, and addiction challenges. Published in BMC Psychology, the research highlights how creative programmes, such as those involving music and media, can serve as a lifeline for individuals who feel disconnected from society.

Mar 24, 2025 | psychreg.org | Samantha Green |Christopher Laird |Clare Norman |Tim Williamson

2 Reading Time: 3 minutesAddiction doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It’s rarely just about a substance. It’s about pain, history, mental health, and how a person copes with the world around them. That’s why treating addiction without addressing the mind doesn’t work. Psychiatric care and addiction treatment go hand in hand, giving people the best chance at true healing. With the right support, people don’t just get sober; they rebuild their lives.

Mar 7, 2025 | psychreg.org | Julian Carter |Adam Mulligan |Tim Williamson |Clare Norman

2 Reading Time: 2 minutesIn a commendable effort to enhance employee well-being, Bedfont, a med-tech company based in Harrietsham, Kent, actively participated in Joe Wicks’ inaugural Movement Hour on Wednesday, 5th March 2025. This initiative, spearheaded by renowned fitness coach Joe Wicks, aimed to promote physical activity within workplaces across the UK by encouraging employers to allocate an hour during the working day for employees to engage in physical activities.