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 [...]
Substance Abuse – Signs of children using drugs
For many parents finding out that their child is using drugs is their worst nightmare. Teens who abuse drugs may suffer emotional and physical consequences and are at more risk [...]
How Substance Abuse Affects Families
Drug addiction and substance abuse affect not only the addicted person themselves, but also their loved ones. Children, spouses, life-partners and parents all feel the impact of substance abuse. While [...]
Cardiovascular risk factors
There are many risk factors associated with coronary heart disease and stroke. The major risk factors – tobacco use, alcohol use, high blood pressure (hypertension), high cholesterol, obesity, physical inactivity [...]
Substance abuse during the festive season
As the holiday season approaches with its many social activities, safe and moderate consumption of alcohol or any other potential harmful substance is highly recommended. Do not spoil your or [...]
What is pathological gambling?
Pathological gambling is one of the most rapidly growing, but largely ignored, mental health problems in South Africa. Definition Pathological gambling, also called compulsive gambling, is the most common type [...]