Relapse is a process, not an event. By the time someone in recovery picks up a drink or a drug, the relapse has usually been underway for two to four weeks. The earliest signs are emotional rather than behavioural, and they appear long before anyone reaches for a substance. This article describes what to look […]
Yes, you can be a high functioning alcoholic and still need treatment. The defining feature is that nobody around you sees the problem. You hold the senior job and pay the bond. You drink a bottle of wine every night. Your performance has not collapsed. That is not evidence you do not have a problem. […]
The safe way to stop drinking depends on how much you have been drinking and for how long. For light to moderate drinkers, the path is behavioural. You change your environment and your routine, and within a few weeks the cravings ease. For heavy daily drinkers, willpower alone is dangerous. Sudden withdrawal from heavy drinking […]
Changes offer a range of drug rehabilitation centres in Johannesburg to help individuals struggling with substance abuse. These facilities provide comprehensive and professional treatment programmes tailored to address various types of addiction. You’ll find detox, outpatient, inpatient and long-term rehab options, allowing you to choose the level of care that best suits your needs. Changes […]
Yes, alcoholism treatment is as effective as treatments for other chronic illnesses like diabetes, hypertension and asthma. Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is a medical condition characterised by an impaired ability to stop or control alcohol use despite negative consequences. It encompasses a range of drinking behaviours and can be mild, moderate, or severe. Symptoms of […]
Alcohol poisoning effects can last from a few hours to several weeks. This guide tells you what to do right now if someone is showing signs of an overdose. It then covers how to recognise the warning signs and what treatment looks like after the emergency passes. If Someone Is Showing Signs of Alcohol […]
Alcohol raises blood pressure. Regular drinking, even in moderate amounts, increases your risk of hypertension. It also raises your risk of heart disease and stroke. Cutting back or stopping lowers your blood pressure, and in many cases brings it back to a normal range. Global estimates suggest that 16% of all hypertensive disease is attributable […]
The Impact of Alcohol on the Stomach Alcohol and stomach pain is a common occurrence. It irritates the stomach lining, leading to inflammation called gastritis. This can cause pain and nausea, along with vomiting. Alcohol also increases stomach acid production, which may worsen acid reflux symptoms. The digestive system’s ability to break down food is […]
Understanding Addiction Relapse Addiction relapse is a complex process that often occurs in stages. Recognising the signs and understanding how relapse unfolds can help people in recovery take steps to prevent it. The Process of Relapse Relapse doesn’t happen suddenly. It’s a gradual process that can begin weeks or months before a person actually uses […]
Key Take-Aways Prescribed Minimum Benefits (PMBs): Addiction to alcohol or substances is classified as a chronic disease. Therefore, a portion of your treatment will fall under Prescribed Minimum Benefits. This typically includes inpatient detoxification and a 21-day period of rehabilitation. Inpatient Treatment: Fedhealth plans cover a portion of the costs associated with inpatient treatment at […]