In recent years, the opioid epidemic has emerged as a devastating public health crisis, reshaping communities across the globe and challenging our approaches to drug addiction and mental health. At the heart of this epidemic lies the proliferation of synthetic opioids, notably fentanyl, a potent drug that has contributed significantly to the rise in opioid-related … Read more
Alcohol addiction in Australia is a critical public health issue, ensnaring individuals in a cycle of dependency that has profound implications not only for the addicted but also for society at large. As a nation, Australia grapples with the multifaceted impact of alcohol use and harm, evidenced by alarming alcohol addiction statistics. The pervasive nature … Read more
The rural health crisis in Australia has reached a point of no return. In the vast expanses of Australia’s outback, hidden beneath the rugged beauty and distinctive Australian drinking culture, lies a growing crisis of alcohol and drug challenges, often overshadowed by the urban-centric gaze of public health initiatives. This pressing issue not only underscores … Read more
Sex addiction, or compulsive sexual behaviour disorder, remains a nuanced and debated topic in the medical and psychiatric communities. Despite its broad discussion and the distress it causes among individuals, it lacks a unified formal diagnosis, straddling the boundaries of what is known as compulsive sexual behaviour (CSBD) and out-of-ccontrol sexual behaviour (OCSB). These conditions … Read more
The first 90 days are truly a majestic feat for many people in recovery. Its powers can be utterly elusive, seemingly part of an exclusive club whose members are rewarded at the very least, in Narcotics Anonymous, with a beautiful red chip. Sometimes this chip is shiny, other times it can be a deep matted … Read more