Drinking: Knowing the line between social habit and escape
Most of us drink now and then. After-work beers, wine at a braai, something to take the edge off after a tough week. In moderate, mindful amounts, that's pretty normal. [...]
How to take your life back from addiction
Living with an addiction is exhausting. You wake up promising yourself that today will be different, but soon the cycle repeats itself. It is a heavy burden to carry in [...]
The Financial and Emotional Toll of Addiction
While the focus of addiction often falls on the individual battling substance abuse, the devastating financial and emotional damage it inflicts on families, children, and even the wider economy is [...]
Don’t be fooled: All forms of smoking can kill
Smoking is a gamble with your life, regardless of the device you use. There are no safe alternatives, whether it is vaping or smoking a hookah…they all have unique health [...]
Cannabis Use in the Workplace: A Growing Concern
Cannabis, also known as marijuana, weed, or dagga, has gained widespread acceptance in recent years, with legalisation or decriminalisation in many parts of the world. While research has shown potential [...]
The Connection between Social Media and Suicide
Social media platforms have become a ubiquitous part of everyday life. They offer endless opportunities for connection, entertainment, and self-expression. However, alongside the many benefits of social media lies a [...]
The Truth about Alcohol Abuse
Whilst the clinking of glasses often signifies celebration, there is a darker side of alcohol that often goes unnoticed until significant damage is done. Use of alcohol is often tied [...]
‘High’ly Functional
Many individuals struggling with substance abuse manage to maintain a façade of normalcy. These people can hold down jobs, maintain relationships, and appear successful, all while battling their addiction in [...]
Supporting a loved one with substance abuse problems
Dealing with substance abuse is one of the most challenging experiences anyone can face. Watching a loved one struggle with addiction can be particularly heartbreaking. You undoubtedly want to do [...]
How to party safely
'Tis the season to be jolly, but with it comes the prospect of binge drinking, which might be harmful to one’s health. Make sure you and your loved ones are [...]
Tis’ the season to be jolly
Many of us look forward to celebrations at this time of year, and for some, it’s an opportunity to kick back and relax with a couple of alcoholic beverages. However, [...]
Caring Families
When looking for signs of drug use in children or young people the language that they use to talk about drugs can be one of the first warning signs. Do [...]