Category: About Addictions

Read how to deal with addictions, facts and information about addictions. Addictions can range from alcohol through to smoking, drugs, sex or even work.

Binge Eating Disorder: Is Hypnotherapy The Answer?

A conversation between my work colleague and I when I announced that I was going to try hypnotherapy for binge eating; Me: “I’ve booked myself if to see a hypnotherapist for binge eating.” Colleague: “You aren’t a binge eater-are you?” Me: Well, kind of. I find it hard to stop eating once I start, and I’m always thinking about food.”...Continued

Football Players seeking Support For Mental Health

Recent figures show that more players are seeking support for mental health from the PFA.   278 more current and former football players than in 2018 have or are accessing therapy.   Football Association’s Prince William has spoken out, criticising football clubs for their attitude towards the mental health of their players. “Once you would never show any weakness, but...Continued

Child Gambling: The Signs And Where To Find Support

The number of children with gambling problems has quadrupled to over 50,000 in the past two years. Recent research has shown that these numbers are on the incline. The ease of access to devices which allow minors to gamble has increased with almost two-thirds having free access to the internet in their bedroom where monitoring can be trickier. Matt Serlin,...Continued

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Child Gambling Soars to 50,000 In Two Years

The number of people aged 11-16 with child gambling problems has quadrupled in the last two years. Research from the Gambling Commission indicates that a further 70,000 children are at risk of developing problems relating to gambling. Currently, some 450,000 children bet regularly making this more commonplace than drinking alcohol, smoking and taking drugs. Vocal campaigner, the Right Reverend Alan...Continued

Does hypnotherapy work for weight loss ?

Does hypnotherapy work for weight loss really work? It’s a common question, Does hypnotherapy work for weight loss ? I mean really work?  I had a client come in for his 3rd session yesterday, to preserve his anonymity let’s call him Big Al. Big Al joked that he was on a seafood diet – he would see food and eat it....Continued

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Perception

Perception. What is it? A brief chat about what perception is and how our perception of ourselves can affect our life     As a much younger man I used to kick a football around on a regular basis, I thought I was quite good, that was my perception! I then found out the painful way that I wasn't good enough...Continued

Gambling? How to Become a Real Winner

Gambling is becoming rife in our society. It might be anticipating winning.  It certainly creates a natural high.  The opportunities are greater today than at any previous time to take a gamble.  No longer is the domain of betting shops or racecourses.  Now, gambling occurs from the comfort of home, on the street using your telephone, even just sitting enjoying...Continued