May 10, 2022 | Drug Addiction
We’ve known for over 20 years that addiction is a brain disease. People become addicted due to genetic, developmental, and psychosocial factors, but PET scans showed how addictive substances “hijack” the brain. Once addicted, the brain’s reward,... 
May 5, 2022 | Rehab Works
Substance use disorder treatment options often leave people with the question, is abstinence or moderation better? Abstinence can be a scary concept, especially for addicts or alcoholics who have come to rely on their substance of choice and moderation may seem like a... 
Apr 26, 2022 | Drug Addiction, Help for me
The Top 5 Relapse Triggers Understanding what causes a relapse is essential in maintaining your sobriety because getting clean and sober is the best decision an addict or alcoholic can make. But the unfortunate truth is that relapse is common. Research shows that 40 –... 
Apr 19, 2022 | Stages of Addiction
Overview: The stages of addiction If you are wondering whether your or your loved one’s drug and alcohol use has crossed the line and developed into an addiction, you are not alone, understanding the 4 stages of addiction can help you to understand and recognise when... 
Apr 13, 2022 | Do I have a problem?, Help for me
High-functioning addicts & the definition of drug addiction or alcoholism? What is the definition of addiction or alcoholism? Addiction (including alcoholism) is a complex mental disorder and it is defined in a number of ways. The American Society of Addiction... 
Apr 12, 2022 | Alcohol Abuse
When it comes to booze, people often ask just how much alcohol is too much. In any situation, ‘drinking less is more’. Drinking less is preferable in order to avoid the negative consequences of alcohol as well as to prevent an addiction from developing in the... 
Apr 12, 2022 | Alcohol Abuse
South Africans are heavy drinkers and the country ranks high on the list in terms of alcohol consumption compared to other nations. Binge drinking refers to drinking a high volume of alcohol in a short space of time. Basically, it means getting drunk. Alcohol is the... 
Apr 12, 2022 | Alcohol Abuse
These 5 interesting facts about binge drinking will leave you questioning the impact of your latest booze bender. A heavy bout of drinking is not as harmless as many people think it is. Binge drinking refers to drinking a high volume of alcohol in a short space of... 
Apr 5, 2022 | Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction
Why is withdrawal management and detox important? Many people entering treatment for alcohol and other drugs require strict medically-assisted detox. In Gauteng, the latest data (for January to June 2020) shows that the primary drugs used by people entering... 
