‘What We Fear Most’: BBC’s book of the week

Priory consultant Dr Humphrey Needham-Bennett’s autobiography about life in forensic psychiatry has been chosen by BBC Radio 4 as its Book of the Week. Written under the pen name Dr Ben Cave, ‘What We Fear Most’ pre-dates his time at Priory, and is an account of a 25-year career in prisons and secure hospitals, treating […]

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‘What We Fear Most’: BBC’s book of the week

Priory consultant Dr Humphrey Needham-Bennett’s autobiography about life in forensic psychiatry has been chosen by BBC Radio 4 as its Book of the Week. Written under the pen name Dr Ben Cave, ‘What We Fear Most’ pre-dates his time at Priory, and is an account of a 25-year career in prisons and secure hospitals, treating […]

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Heatwaves risk rise in alcohol addiction

Drinking in the sun: Heatwaves risk rise in alcohol addiction, as social habits escalate into problem drinking, according to experts. • Summer fun too often involves increased drinking, say alcohol addiction experts, as they issue heatwave advice • Drinkers need to re-think relationship with alcohol, advise Consultant Psychiatrists at Priory • New report says there […]

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Heatwaves risk rise in alcohol addiction

Drinking in the sun: Heatwaves risk rise in alcohol addiction, as social habits escalate into problem drinking, according to experts. • Summer fun too often involves increased drinking, say alcohol addiction experts, as they issue heatwave advice • Drinkers need to re-think relationship with alcohol, advise Consultant Psychiatrists at Priory • New report says there […]

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Patients say they feel ‘really cared for’ at Priory’s Llanarth Court hospital

Patients say they feel ‘really cared for’ at Priory’s Llanarth Court hospital as inspectors praise the safe and effective treatment provided • Inspectors said staff were providing ‘safe and effective’ care • They said: ‘All patients provided positive feedback about staff at the hospital and it was clear that good interpersonal relationships had been built’ […]

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Patients say they feel ‘really cared for’ at Priory’s Llanarth Court hospital

Patients say they feel ‘really cared for’ at Priory’s Llanarth Court hospital as inspectors praise the safe and effective treatment provided • Inspectors said staff were providing ‘safe and effective’ care • They said: ‘All patients provided positive feedback about staff at the hospital and it was clear that good interpersonal relationships had been built’ […]

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The devastating consequences of ‘laughing gas’

Priory consultant: “The devastating consequences of ‘laughing gas’ on the patients I see” • Priory consultant warns of life-threatening consequences • Says parents need to be alerted to dangers • Treats over-18s but says he is aware of children as young as 14 using it A senior Priory addictions consultant has spoken out about the […]

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The devastating consequences of ‘laughing gas’

Priory consultant: “The devastating consequences of ‘laughing gas’ on the patients I see” • Priory consultant warns of life-threatening consequences • Says parents need to be alerted to dangers • Treats over-18s but says he is aware of children as young as 14 using it A senior Priory addictions consultant has spoken out about the […]

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Key dates to feeling great without alcohol this January

Priory expert shares the key dates you’ll reap the benefits of quitting alcohol in January 2023. Week-by-week guide to the physical and mental health benefits By day seven, you will notice improved sleep and productivity  Even your vision can improve, as blood pressure lessens By 31 January, your liver is the big winner, with more […]

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Key dates to feeling great without alcohol this January

Priory expert shares the key dates you’ll reap the benefits of quitting alcohol in January 2023. Week-by-week guide to the physical and mental health benefits By day seven, you will notice improved sleep and productivity  Even your vision can improve, as blood pressure lessens By 31 January, your liver is the big winner, with more […]

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