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Check here for the latest ideas and insights from OK Rehab. We’ll share original articles by our clinical staff, helpful posts on recovery topics by guest authors, and keep you up to date on new research and innovative developments in addiction and recovery.

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How Long Does Ketamine Stay in Your System?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ November 2, 2023

It’s natural if you’re a ketamine user to wonder how long the substance stays in your system. There’s quite a lot of helpful information available about this drug because of how it’s used in healthcare settings. Interestingly, due to its use in medical care, there are incredibly varied ideas about ketamine use. As with all […]

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Suboxone Side Effects: What Are They and Are They Worth it?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ October 26, 2023

When a person is addicted to a substance and wishes to be free from that addiction, in most cases, they will need to detox. Detoxification is the process by which the body and brain expel harmful substances. Because addiction often means that the brain and body have become dependent upon a substance to function, this […]

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How Long Does Cannabis Withdrawal Last?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ October 19, 2023

According to the latest statistics, 15% of the population of the UK has used cannabis in their lifetime.  In the UK, cannabis is most used by people aged between 18 to 24, with 30% of this age group admitting to having used cannabis. Cannabis is the most used recreational drug in the UK. (1) For more […]

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Brief intervention in Addiction Treatment

by Ray Sadoun ǀ October 12, 2023

Here in the UK, we’re undergoing what experts refer to as an addiction crisis, with thousands of people suffering from severe substance-related problems. This increase in heavy drinkers and illicit drug users has been especially prevalent since COVID-19, with lockdown fuelled binges leading to unwelcome habits. While each person’s substance use story is different, many […]

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Crack Vs Cocaine: What’s the Difference between Crack & Cocaine?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ October 5, 2023

It’s likely you’ve heard that crack and cocaine are the same drug, hence, landing on this page. While these two forms of cocaine come from the same source and are chemically the same, there are some clear differences between crack and cocaine that are worth knowing about. This drug is a stimulant that affects the […]

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How Important is Alone Time for Mental Health?

by Ray Sadoun ǀ September 28, 2023

According to the latest data, in England, 1 in 4 people suffer from mental health issues. 1 in 6 people are likely to experience common mental health issues, such as anxiety and/or depression. (1) For more information about mental health statistics in the UK, please read more here. In recent years, mental health issues have […]

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Snorting Xanax: Xanax Addiction

by Ray Sadoun ǀ September 21, 2023

According to the latest statistics, the UK is the second-largest market for online sales of Xanax and Xanax addiction following the US. The UK accounts for 22% of all online sales of Xanax and has been linked to over 200 deaths in the UK since 2019. (1) For more information about statistics related to Xanax, please […]

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Seizures When Undergoing an Alcohol Detox: Causes, Dangers & Treatments

by Ray Sadoun ǀ September 14, 2023

Weekly binge drinking [1] has become its own pocket of UK culture, with most people enjoying a tipple or two to wind down after a long working week. These ritualistic beverages are, for many people, easy to recover from and will rarely lead to long-term health complications. However, due to a complex combination of biological, […]

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Risks & Dangers of Quitting Alcohol Cold Turkey

by Ray Sadoun ǀ September 7, 2023

If you drink alcohol then you’ll know how it can affect you in some ways, the relaxed state, euphoria, sedative effects, hangover, anxiety, nausea and diarrhoea. It’s a substance that affects people differently according to how much they drink and how often. Of course, excessive drinking habits lead to increasingly negative effects. In England, there are […]

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