How to deal with an addiction in lockdown

“Addiction is an illness of isolation.”

So says Michael Rawlinson of Action on Addiction in this conversation with ITV News presenter Lucrezia Millarini.

He says he has seen a clear rise in the number of people battling addictions - be it alcohol, drugs, gambling, pornography or other vices - since the UK began a national lockdown back in March.

Now the nation is locked down for a second time, how can people cope with addictive behaviour thriving amid the restrictions, what help is available and how could you help a friend or loved one who is suffering?

For guidance and more detailed advice head to www.actiononaddiction.org.uk