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News / 20 December 2024

Video Podcast: "Why I Went to Heal Myself and Others: The Story of the Founder of NEO Center"

NEO Center founder Libor Votruba shares his inspiring story of addiction, recovery, and his journey to help others. Interviewed by Adéla Zenina.

Blog / 22 November 2024

My OCD

OCD isn't just about little habits, it's about an exhausting struggle with anxiety and rituals. Read the story of Rebekah, who struggles with everyday activities, and learn more about this disorder and its treatment.

News / 15 November 2024

Video Podcast: "Alcohol Under Control: Understanding Addiction and Managing Treatment"

We present to you the first part of our video podcast, in which we focus on the topic of alcohol addiction. Our experts - addictologists Radek Němec and Adéla Zenina - will guide you through the treatment process, aftercare and relapse prevention. We will also mention broader topics related to the issue, such as the so-called "green widows."

Blog / 17 October 2024

Blog / 19 September 2024

Média / 11 September 2024

Coaches bet for them on matches and grandmothers buy lottery tickets as gifts. More and more children have gambling experience

Blog / 22 August 2024

Eating disorders as an addiction

Although eating disorders often appear to be a food issue, they are actually deep-rooted problems associated with addictive behaviors. These disorders serve as a way to express inner conflicts and struggle with emotions. Understanding this context is key to effective treatment and recovery.

Blog / 18 July 2024

"I can't anymore" or social phobia with a panic attack

The article describes the story of seventeen-year-old Maruška, who suffers from social phobia and panic attacks. Illustrates her thoughts and bodily sensations during seizures, their impact on school and social life, and therapeutic help procedures aimed at managing anxiety and improving self-esteem.

Blog / 11 July 2024

Cocaine and politics: The dark reality of the Czech elite

The drug scene is not just a story of dark alleys and lost souls, as stigmatization in the Czech Republic often "unofficially" announces. Its tentacles extend to the highest levels of society, including politics. Cocaine, a symbol of luxury and power, has become a common part of life. For some, the often disturbing world where cocaine and politics go hand in hand is more real than society can imagine...

Blog / 4 July 2024

Summer, alcohol and hidden risks: How to enjoy the holidays responsibly

Summer is the time when the majority of the population looks forward to vacations, barbecues with friends and family, or just relaxing alone by the water. However, with summer fun comes one risk that is often overlooked – increased alcohol consumption and potential addiction to it, or deepening of risky use. The summer months are full of social activities such as barbecues, festivals and holidays, which often involve the consumption of alcohol…

Blog / 27 May 2024

"Challenges, risks and hopes" of young people's mental health at the end of the school year

The end of the school year brings anxiety and anticipation to young people, when the pressure of school performance and entrance exams can negatively affect their mental health. Chronic stress leads to anxiety and depression. Support and the right interventions are key to better stress management.

News / 27 May 2024

My real therapy at the NEO Center Part 2 - Shame, betrayal, trauma

Sometimes our memories catch up with us. Any event, movie, story is enough. We remember things we'd rather never think about again. And that can trigger emotions that are difficult to manage. Fear, disgust, anger, shame... How to deal with them? How not to be overwhelmed by them? The second part of the series "My Real Therapy at the NEO Center" focuses on these intense feelings and how to cope with them. Therapist Markéta Miláčková and Dominik Turza (DJ Roxtar) will guide you through this challenging but important process. Discover ways to cope with the shame, betrayal and trauma that can haunt us.

News / 20 May 2024

My real therapy at the NEO Center Part 1 - self-confidence, doubts, intimacy

Each of us sometimes doubts ourselves. Our inner critic can motivate us to high performance, but sometimes it also blocks us. As part of the project "My real therapy" in the NEO Center, we offer you a glimpse into the soul of our clients and the therapy process. Join us and find the balance between critic and supporter.

Blog / 9 May 2024

May Day - addiction in relationships

Blog / 23 April 2024

Mysterious Crisis: Top Hockey Players and the Struggle with Cocaine Addiction

Blog / 11 April 2024

The Online Generation: How Social Media is Changing Our Children's Lives

Blog / 8 March 2024

How to survive entrance exams unscathed: 6 tips for parents and their children

Insomnia, problems with food and digestion, anxiety, panic, depression, self-harm - 6 tips to survive the entrance exam period without these symptoms

Blog / 30 October 2022

Interview with the founder of the NEO Center with Libor Votruba for DVTV.