GHB, or gamma-hydroxybutyrate, is a central nervous system depressant that is often used as a recreational drug due to its euphoric, relaxing and sedative effects. Although it was originally developed for medical purposes, including as an aesthetic and sleep aid, it is now mainly used illicitly for non-medical reasons. It is a very dangerous drug […]
Understanding addiction is not easy, especially when you are the family of an addict. The more you learn, the better you can respond to your loved one without losing yourself in the process. This guide explains what support for families of addicts in Johannesburg looks like in practice. It also covers how to find help […]
Substance Use Disorders Are a range of mental health conditions that can develop when people use drugs or alcohol in excess. They can have serious consequences for both physical and mental health. Include compulsive and obsessive behaviour, withdrawal symptoms, and long-term damage to the body. Can be divided into three main categories: alcohol-related disorders, drug-related […]
What it is: Series of evidence-based interventions that individuals with substance use disorders undergo. Encompasses various therapeutic techniques, medical care, and support services. Involves a combination of behavioural therapies, support groups, life skills training, and medical interventions. Comprehensive and bespoke approach, depending on the severity of the addiction and the patient’s specific needs. And Is […]
It’s common for family members to unknowingly adopt one of six dysfunctional family roles in addiction that can perpetuate the disease and impede the treatment process delaying or stopping the recovery journey. A respected specialist in the field of addictions and codependency, Sharon Wegscheider-Cruse, identified the six primary roles in a family suffering from addiction […]
Marijuana can affect your sex life, and the brains of teens and is addictive to one in 10 people who use it. Read on to understand why smoking weed may impact us in these ways as well as for an in-depth look at seven other interesting facts about cannabis you might not know. Marijuana refers […]