Rehab Today by PCP takes patient welfare extremely seriously. During this challenging and troublesome time, we want to offer reassurance to anyone who is considering rehab treatment with us during the coronavirus pandemic. Firstly, our drug and alcohol rehabs are staffed by qualified medical professionals, experienced in treating addiction and administering first-class medical care. Our…
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The Christmas season ought to bring happiness and reunions, but unfortunately, it can often lead to escalated stress levels, an upsurge in alcohol consumption, and more incidences of domestic abuse. We should be alert for signs that such acts are occurring in order to protect our family members from danger this holiday period. In this…
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In the past 6 years, the number of residential drug and alcohol rehabs available in England has fallen by one third. The dramatic fall comes at a time when more residential rehab places are required to help the thousands that are currently dying from drug and alcohol addiction in England and the rest of the…
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The latest statistics published by Public Health England show that a staggering 1 in 4 adults in England were prescribed potentially addictive drugs in 2018. This concerning statistic comes amidst Britain’s current opioid crisis. The report further revealed that half a million people in the UK were taking both anti-depressants and opioids, two particular drugs…
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How do you cope with stress, anxiety, low mood or social phobia? For many, alcohol proves to be a useful aid in relaxing and improving mood. However, alcohol can have a very damaging impact on your mental health. Whilst alcohol’s effects can initially help to settle nerves or get you in the mood for an…
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Rehab Today by PCP rehabs receive numerous calls from those who have concerns about a family member, friend or loved who is possibly suffering from an addiction. Addiction in someone you love can be deeply distressing to watch. You may feel powerless as they continue on their path of self-destruction. You may be wondering what…
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Most people drink alcohol. Its pleasurable effects allow you to relax, feel confident and have a good time. This is due to alcohol affecting your brain as soon as it enters the bloodstream. Once the alcohol has reached your brain, you will think differently and feel differently. In a healthy person who is able to…
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Do you know an alcoholic and want to know what you can do to help them? Perhaps you are concerned about a family member, loved one, friend or even a work colleague who you feel has a drinking problem. Trying to get an alcoholic to accept help for their drinking can prove very challenging. We…
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Data released in 2019 by NHS digital revealed that nearly 6,000 people in England died from alcohol in 2017. This information is of extreme importance considering that nearly 60% of all local drug and alcohol services have had their budgets slashed in recent years, with further cuts predicted. NHS Digital has also released the following…
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In 2016, an inquest into the death of a 14-year-old mental health patient who tragically took her own life at Ticehurst House psychiatric hospital found that The Priory Group was guilty of “gross failings” at their specialist mental health unit for psychiatrically unwell children. Amy El-Keria,14, was admitted to The Priory Ticehurst for mental health…
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