Nov 14, 2022 | Codependency
Codependency on a loved one addicted to alcohol or other drugs can be a deadly affair. By definition, codependency is an unhealthily close relationship where one person plays one of these six enabling roles that allow another’s addictive behaviour to continue. The... 
Nov 14, 2022 | Cocaine, Pregnancy
Using cocaine during pregnancy can have serious, and even fatal, consequences for babies. It may be very difficult for pregnant women who are addicted to cocaine to read this post but it is intended to educate, not to judge. We urge you to seek rehab treatment sooner... 
Nov 10, 2022 | Pregnancy, Drug Addiction
Using benzodiazepines, commonly known as tranquilisers, during pregnancy can have serious consequences for infants. It may be very difficult for pregnant women who are addicted to benzodiazepines to read this post but it is intended to educate, not to judge. We urge... 
Nov 7, 2022 | Pregnancy, Alcohol Abuse
Using alcohol during pregnancy can have serious, and even fatal, consequences for babies. It may be challenging for pregnant women who are addicted to alcohol to read this post but it is intended to educate, not to judge. We urge you to seek treatment sooner rather... 
Oct 27, 2022 | Marijuana Addiction
Weed is a commonly used drug in the country, yet many don’t realise its addictive potential or the harm it can cause to society. Five lesser known facts about weed in South Africa, including about marijuana use, abuse and addiction. Read on to understand the... 
Oct 21, 2022 | Dual Diagnosis
We’ve looked at the link between addiction and personality disorders more generally but now it’s time to get specific and look at each disorder in detail, and more specifically, Cluster B personality disorders. Personality disorders are grouped into three clusters.... 
Oct 19, 2022 | Dual Diagnosis
The link between addiction and personality disorders more generally but now it’s time to get specific, read on for an in-depth look at the science behind the link between Cluster A personality disorders and substance abuse problems. A personality disorder is a mental... 
Oct 18, 2022 | Press Releases
Dual Diagnosis: Addiction and Other Mental Illnesses During mental health awareness month, we educate professionals and the public alike with a specific focus on addiction as a brain disease and how it often occurs alongside other mental health problems like major... 
Oct 17, 2022 | Dual Diagnosis
Personality disorders: There is a lot of baggage, and many myths, that come with this phrase. But one irrefutable truth is that there is a strong link between addiction and personality disorders. Read on for an in-depth look at the science behind this link. Having a... 
Sep 20, 2022 | Help for a loved one
Addiction is a family disease, everyone plays a role and is affected by the addiction, whether you’re a parent, child, spouse, sibling or even a close friend. Families often go through overwhelming emotions related to their loved one’s addiction including guilt,... 
