Throughout February we are talking about talking. Simply speaking to someone is an important step when it comes to improving our mental health, facing struggles and tackling addiction. The power of talking Talking about how you are feeling, particularly if you are struggling with your mental health can feel incredibly hard but when you open up it can do wonders for your wellbeing. Verbalising your thoughts enables you to gain another person’s perspective, their emotional supp

The beginning of the year is often touted as a time to quit alcohol for a month and have a health kick after an overindulgent Christmas. Whilst taking a break from drinking is something we support at CADAS, it’s a hard truth that for those struggling with dependency and addiction, the solution isn’t that simple. January can be incredibly hard for many, with the third Monday of the month even hailed as the most depressing of the year. Cold, dark nights, financial struggles and

For many, Christmas is a time of joy but for some it is a time of immense pressure. Pressure. Pressure. Pressure. Pressure. Pressure to ‘have fun’, to ‘let go’, to drink, gamble, take drugs and give in to temptations. Pressure to give in to addiction.   Addiction doesn’t take a holiday Christmas is often an opportunity to relax, spend precious time with friends and family and have fun. But what can feel like harmless fun can quickly turn into a spiral of unhealthy habits and

The recovery process is deeply personal and requires commitment and resilience to remain on track.  Recovery isn’t just about avoiding...

The summer months are an ideal time to make memories in the sunshine with friends and family.   The days are warmer and longer and there...

The relationship between work and alcohol can be complicated.  After a stressful day it’s easy to turn to alcohol to unwind and in some...

Acts of kindness have the power to brighten someone's day and strengthen relationships.  They don't have to be grand gestures, and...

In 2024 the NHS reported that almost 1 in 10 secondary school pupils currently vape and that a quarter of 11 to 15-year-olds have tried...

At CADAS, we are committed to reducing harmful addiction across Cumbria. We recognise that much of Cumbria is rural and that it can be...

It’s time for Mental Health Awareness Week  (12-18 May) and with the world around us becoming increasingly stressful, looking after your...

Would you believe, we are nearing the end of April already and it's time for our second CADAS Young People's Service newsletter of 2025!...

Stress is something we all experience from time to time.  A small amount of stress can help with motivation, but when stress lasts for...

G ambling can be a bit of harmless fun with friends, betting on the outcome of a football match or an occasional flutter on the horses. ...

Vaping is inhaling a vapour created by an electronic cigarette (a vape). Also known as e-cigarettes, vapes hold a liquid containing...

Are you thinking of cutting down on cigarettes or even stopping for good? With National No Smoking Day round the corner on 12 March 2025...

Whatever your romantic status, Valentine’s Day can feel like one of those days where we inevitably open a bottle of wine to celebrate. ...

Many people make new year resolutions at the start of the year.  Maybe to achieve more in our home or work life, maintain fitness regimes...

What is Easyfundraising? It is the UK’s biggest charity fundraising site which has raised over £50 million for thousands of causes since...

What a year it's been for the young people’s service in 2024!  We have helped over 600 young people this year by delivering our vaping...

Our CADAS Coffee Break gives you the opportunity to catch up on the latest news from the CADAS team whilst enjoying a cuppa.   The next...