I went into South Pacific Private hospital on Sydney’s Northern Beaches to find healing and to change my life. The professional clinical team don’t just treat the symptoms of addiction and depression but work collaboratively with clients (as both individuals and a community) to heal some...
At South Pacific Private, our clinical team is committed to remaining informed of the latest research in areas relevant to the treatment of our clients. We are pleased to share that one of our own team members has been undertaking an exciting research project in...
For many women, a drink at the end of the day to relax and unwind is normal. After all, for the last three decades, it’s been thought that a glass a day and drinking at a moderate level is good for us. It turns out...
This is my story of hope… I celebrated my 40th birthday this year and it’s been almost two years since I’ve been at South Pacific Private. I’m proud to say that it’s also been that amount of time since I’ve had alcohol or an illicit substance...
Love addiction. If you haven’t heard anything about it before you may think it sounds contrived. And while it’s a condition yet to be formally referenced in the DSM-5 or ICD-10 international codes of classification for disease it’s presenting in treatment centres around the world...
The Role of 12 Step Programs in Improved Treatment Outcomes At South Pacific Private we support the 12 Step philosophy that addiction is a disease with emotional, physical and psycho social components, and that this disease can be arrested, but not cured, through abstinence. Wherever...
The following stages of relapse, outlined by Terry Gorski, can be a very helpful tool when working with those in Recovery as they track the effects of this overconfidence, and can help avert them from the perils on the recovery road. For some, relapse is part...
Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending - Carl Bard A new year. A time to renew and reset. The new year can be the perfect time to make a change...
In recent article published in the Sydney Morning Herald, Professor John Saunders, Consultant Physician to South Pacific Private, revealed insights into the dangers of video game addiction. Responding in an interview specific to recent news highlighting the association between aggression and video gaming, Professor Saunders revealed...
A recent article published by the Australian Private Hospitals Association revealed that Australians are happy with the mental health care they receive. Data indicated that both private and public systems are supported by their patients. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) released a new report showing...