Neil Appleby has a degree in Modern Languages from the University of Southampton. He has been writing about substance abuse and mental health for eight years, with a focus on addiction since 2019. Neil has been in recovery for almost a decade, which helps him blend real-life experience with research and a passion for psychology to support others. He writes with empathy and clarity, aiming to give hope and advice to those on their recovery journeys. Neil is committed to breaking the stigma around addiction and wants to encourage people to get the help they need.