The Addictions Guide
Welcome to the BBC HEALTH's Guide to Addictions
website.
It is estimated that 2 million people in the UK have an
addiction. However, addictions still remain taboo.
An addiction is a complex illness with both physical
and psychological
symptoms. It affects not only the patient but their family,
friends and social environment. The way to recovery is long and
painful and there is always the danger of relapsing.
If you or somebody you know is an addict you may
find it useful to visit our general
support page first.
Visit BBCi
Crime for further information on drugs and crime prevention.
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Information |
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Smoking Day helps people across the UK who want to stop
smoking. The campaign encourages and assists smokers to give
up, and publicises the many sources of help available to
people.
Read our livechat
transcripts: Dr Chris Steele was with us to talk
about smoking
addiction and Nick Barton chatted with us about other
addictions such as drugs and alcohol.
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