How Guilt Becomes Its Own Substance
No one prepares you for the kind of guilt that comes after addiction, the kind that seeps into your bones and whispers that you’ve ruined everything. For parents in recovery,….
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Breaking Cycles Without Breaking Ties
No one can wound us, or awaken us, quite like family. They built the blueprint for who we are, for better or worse. They taught us how to love, how….
Nelson Mandela’s Grandson Arrested in Johannesburg
Does the family of Nelson Mandela, like many other families, suffer with addiction problems? Nelson Mandela’s grandson, Mbuso Mandela has been embroiled in controversy for many years. In 2012, a….
Post Acute Withdrawl Syndrome
Withdrawal symptoms are an inevitable part of the recovery process from alcohol or drug addiction. While acute withdrawal symptoms are often the most immediate and physically challenging, post-acute withdrawal syndrome….
Mental Health in the Workplace: Creating Supportive Environments for Families and Employees in South Africa
Understanding Mental Health in the Workplace Mental health has become a more open conversation in recent years, with approximately one in four people experiencing a mental health condition annually. This….
The Link Between Alcohol Use and Depression
Excessive alcohol use and depression are often intertwined, making it challenging to determine which came first. Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective recovery from both conditions. Alcohol use disorders frequently….
The Role Of Nutrition And Fitness In In-patient Rehab
The rocky terrain of a loved one’s addiction is challenging. I’ve been there, watching helplessly as my partner’s world shrunk, consumed by substances. But as they embarked on their recovery….
The Importance Of Self-compassion In Drug Addiction
As you or your loved one venture on the journey to overcome drug addiction, there’s one crucial component often overlooked—self-compassion. Embracing yourself with understanding, love, and patience can make all….
Surging Challenge of Prescription Medication
The misuse of prescription medications, a practice deviating from a doctor’s intended use, has witnessed a concerning surge amid the COVID-19 pandemic in South Africa. While prescription medications serve legitimate….