Ketamine has become increasingly common among young people in the UK, where its low cost and reputation as a versatile party drug can obscure the risk of serious harm. Following journalist Matt Shea through Bristol’s nightlife and free-party scene, this report explores how recreational use can progress into dependence, debilitating bladder damage, and other long-term health complications. Personal accounts, clinical explanations, and conversations with people involved in the drug trade reveal why ketamine has become so firmly associated with a generation—and why its growing popularity is raising urgent public health concerns.
Many people who struggle with alcohol don't fit the stereotype of what an alcohol problem looks like. In this honest and deeply personal documentary, Adrian Chiles reflects on his own drinking habits while exploring why alcohol has become such a normal part of everyday life. Through medical assessments, conversations with addiction specialists, and personal reflection, he examines the physical and psychological effects of long-term drinking and asks whether moderation is possible. This resource offers a relatable and thought-provoking look at alcohol use that challenges common assumptions about dependence and recovery.
Blending documentary filmmaking with poetry and song, this distinctive 1998 BBC production offers a powerful and deeply human portrait of England's drinking culture. Through the voices of people whose lives have been shaped by alcohol, their experiences unfold in lyrical performances that capture moments of humour, sorrow, addiction, and reflection. Rather than relying on narration or traditional interviews alone, this resource uses an innovative storytelling style to explore the personal, social, and emotional realities of alcohol use in a way that remains as thought-provoking today as it was when first released.
TOPICS: Alcohol, Depressants, Drinking Culture, United Kingdom
Many people associate alcohol-related harm with binge drinking, yet some of the greatest risks come from drinking patterns that often go unnoticed. This documentary explores the growing culture of drinking at home, where regular alcohol use can quietly become part of everyday life without obvious warning signs. Through personal stories, medical assessments, and expert insights, this resource examines how hidden drinking habits affect physical and mental health while encouraging viewers to recognize the difference between social drinking and alcohol use that may be causing harm.
Alcohol has played a central role in British history and culture for centuries, yet its impact on society is often overlooked. This thought-provoking documentary explores the nation's complex relationship with drinking through interviews with addiction specialists, medical experts, researchers, and people with lived experience, including Russell Brand. Examining the science of alcohol, binge drinking culture, industry influence, and the stigma surrounding addiction, this resource encourages viewers to reconsider one of society's most accepted drugs and the widespread harm it can cause.
Alcohol is deeply woven into many cultures, making it difficult to recognize when casual drinking becomes a serious health concern. In this documentary, broadcaster Adrian Chiles examines Britain's relationship with alcohol while reflecting on his own drinking habits and speaking with experts, healthcare professionals, and others affected by alcohol use. Combining personal experience with scientific insight, this resource explores the risks of excessive drinking, the challenges of changing long-established habits, and why alcohol misuse often goes unnoticed until significant harm has already occurred.
TOPICS: Alcohol, Depressants, Drinking Culture, Public Health, United Kingdom
Growing up with a parent struggling with alcohol addiction can leave lasting emotional wounds that often continue into adulthood. Through an honest conversation with Calum Best, this documentary explores the impact of losing his father, football legend George Best, to alcoholism while reflecting on the challenges faced by children living with parental addiction. Blending personal experience with expert insight, this resource highlights the importance of breaking stigma, supporting young people affected by addiction, and finding healing through understanding, connection, and open conversation.
