John Gillen

Director of The Rehab Clinics Group - The UK's Largest Private Addiction Treatment Providers

John Gillen is a leading addiction treatment expert boasting over 15 years of experience in providing evidence-based treatment methods for people who suffer from addiction in the UK. John is also the co-author of an insightful book called The Secret Disease of Addiction, this delves into how the addictive mind works and what treatment techniques are best suited.

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Latest Blog Posts

How to Cope With Loneliness and Recovery Over Christmas

Published: Monday, December 9th, 2024.

Coping with loneliness during the holiday season, especially while in recovery, can be very challenging. Maintaining sobriety and…

Published: Friday, December 6th, 2024.

Drug use and abuse have a significant impact on the body, and this extends beyond internal systems. One…

What Is Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Syndrome?

Published: Friday, November 22nd, 2024.

Benzodiazepines are a class of depressant drug that can be used to treat a variety of conditions, including…

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