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An Ennis-based treatment facility is urging people to be respectful of people's decision not to drink alcohol over the festive period. With alcohol present at many social gatherings over Christmas, it can be a difficult time for people who have started on the road to recovery from alcohol addiction. Bushypark Addiction Treatment Centre recommends that for those in recovery, it can be best practice to avoid social settings where staying off alcohol is stigmatised. Deputy Manager, Maedhbh Firmino da Silva Santos says its best practice not to pressure people into consuming alcohol.