In Listen UP Episode 7, Alcohol Focus Scotland’s Marc Buchanan shares a simple, stackable approach to reducing alcohol harm in Scotland, highlighting how pricing, outlet density, and marketing limits work together, and why personal routines still matter.

Marc unveils a combined‑measures insight that transforms fragile early days into a steadier, lower‑risk rhythm:

--Pair policies with habits: plan your shop, route, and time; remove surprises, remove urges
--Use structure: morning check‑ins, planned meals, and a set bedtime cut evening cravings
--Cut exposure: choose shops and times with fewer alcohol displays to reduce cue‑reactivity
--Swap routes: avoid alcohol aisles and end‑caps; pick click‑and‑collect to stay out of trigger zones

...and shares field‑tested tactics from recovery groups across Scotland throughout.

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Why Listen UP matters:

- Discover how others found strength when they thought they had none
- Learn personal insights and approaches to breaking free from addiction's grip
- Understand the comprehensive support system that makes lasting recovery possible
- Hear from experts who've helped thousands rebuild their lives after addiction

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Our programmes are personalised to meet individual needs, with comfortable en-suite accommodation, nutritious meals, and a supportive community environment.

Beyond your stay, our dedicated aftercare team remains connected, ensuring you're supported at every step of your recovery journey.

Whether you're considering taking the first step toward recovery or supporting someone who is, Listen UP provides the insight, inspiration, and information you need to move forward.

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