May 19, 2023 | Drug Addiction
People with addiction or substance abuse problems use different forms of denial to keep themselves in the addictive cycle. Comparing in addiction is one example. Denial can be a dysfunctional protection mechanism which you may use to protect yourself from having to... 
May 12, 2023 | Drug Addiction, getting help for a loved one with alcoholism, Medical Aid, Rehab Works, Treatment
2025 Step-by-step Guide If you’re limping from crisis to crisis due to your own or someone else’s substance abuse, you may be asking the question: will my medical aid pay for addiction rehab in 2025? Even more so when someone you love is dealing with a drug or alcohol... 
May 12, 2023 | Alcohol Detox, Alcohol Addiction, Medical Aid, Rehab Works, Treatment
Alcohol rehab programmes vary in length and we get asked a lot: How long do alcoholics have to stay in rehab? In South Africa, the most common length of stay is 21 days but many people stay in treatment for longer. Treatment for more than 90 days has been proven to be... 
May 11, 2023 | Drug Addiction, Alcohol Detox
Detox from drinking is the first part of the rehabilitation process for people with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). Medication must be used to gradually wean patients off alcohol. Once physically dependent, alcohol withdrawals can be dangerous and even life-threatening.... 
May 8, 2023 | Medical Aid, Medical Aid
Treatment is often crucial for those with addiction or mental health issues. Does Discovery Health pay for rehab? Yes. Most South African medical aid schemes provide financial support to access evidence-based therapies and treatment programs. This article will explore... 
Feb 14, 2023 | Love In Recovery
Introduction Valentine’s Day is a time for celebrating love and affection, but for those in recovery from addiction, the dating landscape can be complicated when it comes to thinking about love in recovery. One question that often arises is whether it is a good... 
Dec 15, 2022 | Alcohol Abuse, Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a crucial period for both the mother and the developing fetus. However, the use of illicit drugs such as morphine, crystal meth, and cocaine can lead to severe and detrimental outcomes for the unborn child. This article aims to educate and guide, rather... 
