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Learn more about the complex fields of addiction and recovery. The new NEOVIVA Library provides in-depth information and advice for affected persons, interested people and health professionals. We feature articles and news on addiction research and policy, regularly updated with new insights and perspectives. The library will grow with time; if you subscribe to updates, we will be happy to inform you when new articles are published.
Relapse Triggers and How To Avoid Them
Committing to a residential treatment programme is a decisive first step in your recovery. In a safe, structured environment, you can stop drinking or using and begin the process of healing. But the real challenge often begins after treatment, when you return home....
How Nature Nurtures Health and Happiness
Let’s be honest: how much time do we spend in front of screens daily? For most of us, it's a lot, thanks to our tech-driven lives and urban settings. Meanwhile, scientists are finding that spending time in nature can vastly improve our cognitive, psychological, and...
Can AI replace therapists? A closer look at mental health chatbots
As chatbots like Earkick or Woebot gain popularity, mental health professionals are divided—some see them as a solution to the therapist shortage, while others warn they could undermine the core of traditional therapy. The truth, as usual, is likely somewhere in...
The Role of Nutrition in Recovery
Often overshadowed by therapy and support groups, the role of nutrition in recovery is frequently overlooked. Yet, what we eat profoundly affects our physical and mental well-being. This blog explores how a nutrient-rich diet can support your recovery journey and...
Elevate Your Health: Why Switzerland Tops the Charts in Care
Traditionally known as a haven of stability, safety, and discretion, Switzerland features a wealth of reasons why a medical stay will benefit you and your loved ones: revitalising natural beauty, first-class hospitality, a pioneering research industry, and easy...
The Role of Family in Addiction Recovery
Do you have a family member who is struggling with addiction? Then, you may be seeking ways to help them. In this blog article, we explore the steps you can take to encourage your loved one to seek professional help, the essential support they need to achieve and...
Happy Sober Easter
Easter marks a season of joy, renewal, and unity, where families gather to celebrate the resurrection, engage in egg hunts, and welcome the vibrant spring. Yet, for those in recovery or with loved ones fresh out of rehab, these four days may stir up numerous...
Telltale Signs of Addiction – and how to get help
It is not always the obvious clue like a plastic bag containing white powder hidden in the sock drawer, or hypodermic needles stashed away behind books that will make you wonder if someone you care for is abusing drugs. Instead, they might just start behaving ......
True Detox: Tough, not Trendy
In a world saturated with wellness trends and pseudoscientific promises, it is important to reclaim the true meaning of 'detox.’ Originally rooted in medical necessity, detoxification is a life-saving procedure designed to rid the body of perilous levels of alcohol,...
Why is Cocaine so Addictive?
Cocaine is one of the most addictive and most commonly used drugs. More than 20 million people worldwide use it despite its various life-threatening side effects and its high risk of overdose death. But what exactly makes this stimulant so addictive? Manufactured from...