Do I need to call myself an addict?
No. You do not need to adopt a particular label ...
What if I’ve tried to change before and gone back to the behaviour?
That does not mean change is impossible. Changing an established ...
Is it safe to suddenly stop drinking alcohol or using drugs?
Not always. Withdrawal from some substances can be medically dangerous. ...
Can counselling and psychotherapy help with addiction?
Therapy can be an important part of treatment. It may ...
Do I have to stop completely before coming to therapy?
No. You can come to counselling and psychotherapy while you ...
Why do I keep doing something when I know it’s causing problems?
Knowing that something is harmful does not necessarily make it ...
How do I know if something is becoming a problem?
It may be worth paying attention if you are finding ...
Does having a problematic behaviour mean I have an addiction?
No. A substance or behaviour can be causing problems without ...
