Arrow Health

29/12/2025

Are you worried about your safety, your substance use, or a loved one's wellbeing? Reaching out sooner rather than later can prevent things from getting worse.

You don't need to wait until next year. Addiction doesn't take a break, and neither do we. Arrow Health is open and our inpatient detox and withdrawal program provides a safe, medically supervised environment for those ready to take the next step.

With private rooms, 24/7 nursing care, and a calm, structured setting, you don't have to do this alone or wait for the "right time". You deserve support now.
📞 03 8393 0219

The Sam Lawrence Private Hospital is our residential + medically supervised detox & withdrawal facility in the Macedon Ranges, Victoria.

23/12/2025

This time of year can be especially hard for those living with addiction. Many wait until "after the holidays" to seek help....but the truth is, NOW is the safest, strongest moment to begin.

Our inpatient program provides a structured, supportive environement and is for individuals ready to focus on their recovery. With 24/7 clinical support, a therapeutic community, and evidence-based treatment, the next step doesn't have to wait.

Give yourself the gift of hope, and lighten the load of what you’re carrying into the new year.

If things have been feeling overwhelming, reaching out today can make a big difference.
📞 03 8393 0219

Our inpatient rehab program offers structured support in a safe and therapeutic setting, led by qualified & accredited specialists.

22/12/2025

When addiction enters a family system, everyone feels it. The stress, the sleepless nights, the fear of that late-night phone call.

At Arrow Health, we see addiction as a family illness. One person uses, and the whole family gets unwell.

The good news? Families can also become one of the most powerful forces for change. By learning new communication patterns, setting boundaries, and seeking their own support, families create the foundations for lasting recovery.

Don't wait for a crisis to start healing.
📞 03 8393 0219

Addiction is a family illness. Learn how Melbourne's Arrow Health supports families with boundaries, trauma-informed care, and free programs.

18/12/2025

🦘✨Some days, recovery feels like a hurdle.

But just like a kangaroo, you’ve got the bounce-back power to keep going

17/12/2025

Sometimes the biggest shifts happen long before anything changes on the outside. In recovery, reframing the story we tell ourselves can be the first step toward healing, and toward truly connecting with those around us.

🎙️ Reclaiming Life: A Story of Faith & Fight is out now.
https://arrowhealth.com.au/beyond-the-noise/02-reclaiming-life/

15/12/2025

This time of year can be really tough when you're trying to stay sober.
More gatherings, more pressure, more expectations, more emotions, more triggers.

Here is our guide of 7 practical tips to help you stay grounded, supported, and safe duing the silly season. It's also a reminder that you've got this, and staying sober is absolutely achievable.

And remember:
If this time of year feels overwhelming, you don't have to wait until next year. Arrow Health is here 365 days a year. Including through all the holidays.

Reach out anytime. 📞 03 9533 7888

Discover 7 practical tips to stay sober during the silly season and learn where to find support if you need it.

11/12/2025

Your past may shape you, but it doesn't define you.

Josh's journey in Episode 2 is proof that no matter how far addiction has taken someone, hope and healing are always possible.

🎧 Listen Now - Reclaiming Life: A Story of Faith & Fight
https://arrowhealth.com.au/beyond-the-noise/02-reclaiming-life/

10/12/2025

🔬New research sheds light on why alcohol relapse is so persistent

A new study from Scripps Research has uncovered a key brain region that drives alcohol addiction by linking drinking with relief from withdrawal stress and discomfort.

This research confirms something we see almost every day at Arrow Health:
👉 People often return to alcohol not to feel good, but to stop feeling terrible.
👉 Withdrawal creates powerful emotional and physical distress, and the brain learns that alcohol temporarily removes that pain
👉 This learning becomes deeply wired, making relapse more likely and more persistent.

Understanding this helps to reduce shame and stigma. Addiction isn't about weakness or bad choices, it's the brain trying to escape distress.

With the right treatment and support these brain pathways can be healed. No one has to face withdrawal, relapse, or recovery alone.

Addiction often isn’t about chasing pleasure—it’s about escaping pain. Researchers at Scripps Research have discovered that a tiny brain region called the paraventricular nucleus of the thalamus (PVT) becomes hyperactive when animals learn that alcohol eases the agony of withdrawal. This circu...

08/12/2025

Addiction isn't always about substances.

Behaviours like gaming, gambling, or shopping can also become addictive. These affect the brain in a similar way to drugs and alcohol.

Read our post to learn more about process addictions and how recovery is possible.

A process addiction (sometimes called a behavioural addiction) occurs when someone develops a compulsive relationship with a behaviour that stimulates the brain’s reward system in similar ways to drugs or alcohol. Instead of relying on substances, the person becomes dependent on the process itself...

03/12/2025

❓💥 Mythbusting time 💥❓
“Drug-induced psychosis causes permanent brain damage.”

The belief that drug-induced psychosis always causes permanent brain damage can create unnecessary fear and stigma. It may even stop people from asking for help when they need it most. It's important to understand the difference between temporary symptoms and lasting conditions.

Drug-induced psychosis occurs when certain substances (such as methamphetamines, cannabis, L*D, or other hallucinogens) trigger temporary changes in how a person perceives reality. These symptoms can include confusion, paranoia, or hallucinations. Although serious, these often subside once the substance leaves the system and the body has time to recover.

Repeated or prolonged substance use can increase the risk of longer-term mental health complications, especially for those with a family history or underlying vulnerability to psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia.

In most cases, with proper medical care an ongoing support, people fully recover from drug-induced psychosis.

Compassion, education, and timely support can male all the difference. With early intervention, rest, and professional treatment, recovery is not only possible, but common.

01/12/2025

True change starts from within.
One of the most powerful lessons Josh shares in Episode 2 is the importance of looking inward instead of trying to control what others do.

Accountability can feel uncomfortable, but it's also where healing begins.

🎧Tune in December 9th to Beyond the Noise
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25/11/2025

🧠 Recovery is about more than stopping a behaviour. It’s about understanding yourself and learning new ways to cope.

Our Psychiatric Day Program combines group therapy, education, and relapse prevention, alongside creative therapies such as art and equine therapy.

Led by experienced doctors, nurses, and counsellors, the program is designed to help participants manage addiction and mental health challenges in a structured, supportive setting.

Private health insurance may cover part or all of your program.

Chat with us today to find out more.
📞 03 8393 0219

Arrow Health is a private hospital located in the Macedon Ranges, Victoria and specialises in Detox & Withdrawal and Day Psych Programs.