Rehab Recovery

25/06/2026

World Cup matches, a heatwave and a few drinks? ⚽☀️🍺

Many people will be making the most of the sunshine while watching the World Cup with friends and family. But if you're enjoying a few drinks, it's worth remembering that alcohol can stay in your system much longer than many people realise.

Combined with hot weather and later nights, drinking can increase your risk of dehydration, poor sleep and feeling worse the next day.

If you're watching the football this week:

💧 Alternate alcoholic drinks with water
🍽️ Eat before and during the match
😴 Get plenty of rest where possible
🚗 Don't assume you'll be fit to drive the next morning – only time clears alcohol from your system.

Read more: https://www.rehab-recovery.co.uk/articles/how-long-pint-stay-system/

In the UK, it is commonplace to go down to a bar or pub ‘for a pint’, but what is a pint and how long does it stay in your system?

21/04/2026

Stress doesn’t just affect how we feel, it can influence how we cope.

For some people, ongoing stress can lead to using substances as a way to escape or manage overwhelming emotions. Over time, this can increase the risk of dependency.

This , recognising the connection between stress and addiction is an important step towards healthier coping and recovery.

18/03/2026

Could weight-loss injections like Mounjaro actually help people drink less?

New research is showing that GLP-1 medications (like Mounjaro) may reduce alcohol cravings and even lower how much people drink.

But it’s not a “quick fix”.

These medications aren’t approved for treating alcohol addiction, and recovery still requires the right support, guidance, and care.

If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol, you’re not alone.

📖 Learn more here:
https://www.rehab-recovery.co.uk/articles/glp-1s-mounjaro-help-reduce-alcohol-intake/

This blog will explore what exactly GLP-1 medications are and if they could play a role in helping to reduce alcohol intake.

05/03/2026

Many people see cannabis as a harmless drug. But long-term or heavy use can affect the brain in ways that influence mood, behaviour and even personality.

Cannabis can impact memory, emotional wellbeing and motivation, and in some cases, it’s linked to anxiety, depression and paranoia.

Our latest article explains:
🔹Whether cannabis can change your personality
🔹The mental health effects of long-term use
🔹Signs cannabis may be becoming a problem

Read more here:
https://www.rehab-recovery.co.uk/articles/how-cannabis-change-personality/

If you or someone you know is struggling with cannabis use, help is available.

Understand how cannabis interacts with the brain and your personality. This article explains how cannabis can alter personality and cognition.

17/01/2026

Did you know alcohol can steal your REM sleep?

That’s the stage that helps your body and mind restore and recharge.

Cutting back, or quitting, can improve how you feel, boost your energy, and even show in your appearance, sometimes in just days or weeks.

20/12/2025

Mental Health Act reforms are now law. 📣

The changes aim to improve dignity, choice and fairness in mental health crisis care, while addressing long-standing inequalities.

For people affected by addiction, this matters. Mental health challenges and substance use often overlap, yet support can be fragmented or hard to access.

This is an important step forward. Real change will depend on sustained investment in mental health and addiction services, including prevention, dual-diagnosis care and community-based support.