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Benefits of Inpatient vs. Outpatient Treatment

Inpatient treatment is characterized by its structured environment, where individuals reside within the treatment facility throughout the duration of their program. This setting is beneficial for those seeking an all-encompassing approach to recovery, away from daily stressors and triggers.

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Creating a Healthier Future with Step Away

We understand that recovery doesn't end with the completion of a treatment program. Our aftercare services are crucial for maintaining sobriety and minimizing the risk of relapse.

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Opioid Addiction in South Africa – A Growing Concern

Opioids are highly addictive substances. Even when used as prescribed, they carry a risk of dependence due to their potent effects on the brain's reward system. The risk of addiction increases significantly when these drugs are used in a manner not intended by a healthcare provider.

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Understanding Marijuana Addiction

While marijuana is often considered less addictive than substances like alcohol, opioids, or stimulants, it is not entirely without risk. Approximately 9% of people who use marijuana will become addicted to it. This number increases to about 17% for those who start using it in their teens.

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The Importance of Connection in Addiction Recovery

Addiction often thrives in isolation. It feeds on loneliness, secrecy, and the emotional walls we build around ourselves. Breaking free from addiction requires tearing down these walls and forging meaningful connections—both with oneself and others.

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How Circumstances Can Trigger Addiction

Stressful life events such as job loss, divorce, or the death of a loved one can be emotionally devastating and psychologically taxing. During these tumultuous periods, the emotional burden can feel unbearable, leading individuals to seek immediate relief.

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Embracing Personal Recovery – Your Journey, Your Truth

While NA meetings provide a supportive community and a space for individuals to share their experiences, it is important to remember that what works for one person may not work for another. Recognizing and honoring our individuality is essential for maintaining our own recovery journey.

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Benefits of Psychoeducational Therapy in Recovery

Psychoeducational sessions are designed to work with the individual, their unique circumstances, and life experiences. This understanding opens up the doorways to greater understanding, acceptance, and forgiveness, all of which are crucial to the addiction recovery process.

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Cocaine Addiction – What are the Effects?

Cocaine is a highly addictive drug which is made from the leaves of the coca plant which is processed with other chemicals and additives. The result is a fine, white powder which are compressed into bricks before distribution.

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How to Help Someone Struggling with Alcohol Addiction

It can be exceptionally difficult to watch someone you love struggle with alcohol abuse or dependency and sometimes you may feel a bit helpless. In this article, we show you how you can support someone with alcohol addiction.

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