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In the broad landscape of Australian culture, there's a thread we often pretend isn't there - through our suburban streets, cities, and country towns. It's the story of alcohol and substance dependence.

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Disulfiram is prescribed for patients having difficulty in controlling their intake of alcohol. Taken daily it makes it very dangerous for the patient to drink on impulse: alcohol can be taken only after a decision is made to stop the tablets, and then only after seven days - which gives plenty of time for second thoughts.

Louise and her 28 Day Challenge.

Meet Fiona Faulkner, who heads up Partnerships and Community at Clean Slate, bringing expertise in nursing and AOD counselling.

Clean Slate Nurse Maz (Marion Jarvis) is serving up quite a treat of recipes for all our lovely clients who want to raise their spirits without raising a glass. They look great and taste even better.

Dr Chris Davis - GP, AOD Specialist, and Co-Founder of Clean Slate Clinic – reflects on the power of celebrities sharing their experiences with substance use to educate others about the pervasive ubiquity of dependence in our society.

Clean Slate announces new partnership with leading insurance provider, nib.

Journalist, photographer and filmmaker, Tom de Souza reflects on his recovery from ice and gives an honest voice for Men's Health Month.

This document helps you to be clear on what your drinking goals are.

What’s happening in your brain right now & why does it get better? The science behind what you’re feeling and what changes during recovery.

Learn the 3Ds approach - Delay, Distract, Decide - a practical method for managing alcohol cravings effectively.

Cravings can be really challenging when you're trying to resist urges to drink. Understanding how to cope with cravings is essential.

A single mum's journey from "grey area drinking" to buying her first home

Lisa made a decision that terrified her - and it changed everything.

At 60, Shellie threw herself a party - and 60 people showed up.

There's no one-size-fits-all moment when someone decides to change their relationship with alcohol.

Clean Slate Clinic client, Gregory, shared his story with the team at Bupa and Blua. His journey is relatable for many Australians and filled with hope.

In the broad landscape of Australian culture, there's a thread we often pretend isn't there - through our suburban streets, cities, and country towns. It's the story of alcohol and substance dependence.

Louise and her 28 Day Challenge.

Journalist, photographer and filmmaker, Tom de Souza reflects on his recovery from ice and gives an honest voice for Men's Health Month.

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A curated collection of podcasts and blogs that provide valuable insights into addiction recovery and alcohol-free living.

A curated collection of educational TED talks and videos on addiction recovery and mental health.

Detox without proper support carries a high risk of relapse. Taking time to research could make the difference between short-term withdrawal management and genuine, lasting recovery.

How Much Is Alcohol Really Costing You? (It’s More Than You Think)

Meet Dr Chris Davis, one of Clean Slate's experienced medical professionals specializing in addiction medicine and mental health.

With this year’s Women’s Health Week theme ‘Your Voice, Your Choice’ - we spoke to Corporate Wellness Speaker and podcast host of ‘Not Drinking Today’, Isabella Ferguson and The Alcohol Mindset Coach Kathryn Elliott, to turn our attention to what often evades our awareness - our health, and address women’s relationship with alcohol today.

More and more individuals are choosing to take breaks from drinking - whether for health, clarity, or simply to see how life feels without it.

In moments of self-reflection during recovery, we can confront an uncomfortable truth - that the journey is rarely linear. The path towards change — whether breaking free from alcohol or overcoming other substance dependence - demands we embrace an essential paradox; that true healing often emerges from our perceived setbacks.

Dr David McLaughlan is a consultant psychiatrist based in London who specialises in supporting people with addictive behaviours and harmful habits, particularly alcohol use.

Like many of our clients, CEO of Clean Slate Clinic, Pia Clinton Tarestad's journey to recovery began with an uncertain Google search.

The familiar setting of the home can significantly reduce the stress and anxiety often associated with the early stages of detoxification. Contrary to popular belief that recovery must be done in inpatient rehab, home withdrawal and recovery is recognised as an evidence-based treatment, and incorporated within national clinical guidelines.

For many of us, the journey to reducing alcohol consumption can feel overwhelming. As we approach the New Year and focus on recalibrating healthy habits, we chatted to Andrew Addie, our Intake and Client Support Coordinator. Andrew brings not just professional expertise but valuable lived experience to his role.

What’s happening in your brain right now & why does it get better? The science behind what you’re feeling and what changes during recovery.

Thiamine (Vitamin B1) deficiency is a serious health complication that can develop in people with alcohol use disorders.

This resource will help you understand risk levels, benefits and more useful information related to alcohol consumption.

Some useful tips on how to practice mindful drinking and ideas on how to reduce or slow down your drinking, therefore helping prevent some of the associated harms.

Use this important mindfulness tool to help aid your decision making.

Comprehensive support resources including articles, videos and guides for family members and loved ones supporting someone in recovery.

During home detoxification, it is essential that the person undergoing treatment is supported by a partner or friend.

Naltrexone is a medication used as part of a comprehensive treatment programme as an aid to treat alcohol dependence with the goal of maintaining abstinence.

If you’ve been thinking about cutting back on alcohol - or stopping altogether - the idea of taking medication might come as a surprise. You’re not alone in that. We speak to so many people who say: “I thought I’d just push through it”, or “I didn’t realise withdrawal could be dangerous”.

This is a withdrawal scale to be used during a medicated detox. It assesses your withdrawal symptoms which will be reported back to the Clean Slate team as part of your detox diary. It can guide whether or not you need to take your valium dose, or indeed whether you need an extra one.

Disulfiram is prescribed for patients having difficulty in controlling their intake of alcohol. Taken daily it makes it very dangerous for the patient to drink on impulse: alcohol can be taken only after a decision is made to stop the tablets, and then only after seven days - which gives plenty of time for second thoughts.

Cravings can be really challenging when you're trying to resist urges to drink. Understanding how to cope with cravings is essential.

Campral is a medication that decreases cravings for alcohol in people who have been dependent on alcohol and are trying to abstain.

The following questions are useful for people to reflect on in the maintenance stage of change to help them stay on track and keep up their motivation.

Clean Slate Nurse Maz (Marion Jarvis) is serving up quite a treat of recipes for all our lovely clients who want to raise their spirits without raising a glass. They look great and taste even better.

This document helps you to be clear on what your drinking goals are.

Learn the 3Ds approach - Delay, Distract, Decide - a practical method for managing alcohol cravings effectively.

Ideas on how to prevent the return of bad drinking habits.