Addiction2 days agoI was spending £700 a month: How I beat my late-night shopping addictionYounger generations are thought to be more susceptible to impulse spending. The BBC looks at ways to get it under control. 2 days ago5 days agoRehab alternative gives fresh start to five groupsWolverhampton's RISE programme combines support and lived experience to aid recovery.5 days ago5 days agoRecovering alcoholic transforms life with community cookingA man who used to drink up to 23 cans of beer a day says volunteering in Swindon has helped him rebuild his life.5 days ago17 Aug 2026'Some of these guys wouldn't be here' if not for football chatsThe beautiful game is a first step towards opening up about addiction, isolation and mental health.17 Aug 202613 Aug 2026I started gambling aged seven, now I help others overcome addictionA recovering gambling addict describes the difficulty in getting help in a Scottish island.13 Aug 202613 Aug 2026I started gambling at seven - mobile betting was like Vegas in my pocketA recovering gambling addict describes the difficulty in getting help in parts of rural Scotland.13 Aug 20264 Aug 2026Former addict gets doctorate for homeless haircutsEddie Illic is honoured by Bath Spa University for setting up free haircuts for the homeless.4 Aug 202626 Jul 2026'I would've relapsed without the Amy Winehouse rehab clinic'The east London women-only rehab clinic, set up in the singer's memory, offers two years residential.26 Jul 202616 Jul 2026UK's first harm reduction city will support drug usersBristol will treat drug use primarily as a health issue rather than a criminal justice issue.16 Jul 2026...
