Author: Relapse Prevention South Africa

Relapse prevention is a voluntary organisation of individuals struggling with addiction that have been through the harrowing experience of substance use disorders, addiction and ongoing relapse. We saw the collective need to provide first hand unbiased advice to individuals and families of addicts and alcoholics and took action. Our aim is to offer only directions that enable individuals to permanently break free from the cycles of addiction and begin to live a life of recovery, free from the torments of substance abuse. Our groups work through the continuum from the initial consultation / intervention, detox and residential care, after care and ultimately on to a sustained recovery geared lifestyle.

Top Addiction Blogs in South Africa

by Relapse Prevention South Africa

AlcoholAddiction.co.za

“Welcome to AlcoholAddiction.co.za, your beacon of support and knowledge in the challenging journey towards sobriety in South Africa. We strive to provide a comprehensive guide and resourceful platform for individuals battling alcohol addiction, their loved ones, and professionals in the field. Our mission is to empower you with the information, resources, and support networks you need to navigate through the recovery journey, providing hope and actionable strategies to overcome alcoholism.”

Alcoholdetox.co.za

“Embark on a path to recovery with Alcoholdetox.co.za, South Africa’s dedicated platform illuminating the path through alcohol detoxification. We are committed to providing meticulous guidance, valuable information, and unwavering support for individuals undertaking the detox journey. From outlining diverse detox methods to connecting you with supportive programs, we stand with you, providing the tools necessary to traverse through detox with confidence and security.”

Anxiety.co.za

“At Anxiety.co.za, we comprehend the multifaceted challenges encountered by those grappling with anxiety disorders in South Africa. This platform is conceived as a sanctuary and information hub, offering insights into anxiety, its manifestations, and viable coping mechanisms. Our goal is to facilitate an environment that fosters understanding, enlightenment, and connectivity, ensuring that no one battles anxiety alone. Together, we endeavor to navigate through the storms, enabling serene and empowered lives.”

BipolarClinics.co.za

“BipolarClinics.co.za welcomes you to a space dedicated to providing accessible and specialized care for individuals dealing with bipolar disorder in South Africa. We are a conduit connecting you to clinics and treatment centers that specialize in managing, treating, and understanding bipolar conditions. We aim to dismantle the barriers to obtaining reliable information and professional help, ensuring that individuals and their loved ones can find a pathway to balance and harmonious living.”

CapeTownRehab.co.za

“Welcome to CapeTownRehab.co.za, the nexus of rehabilitation services and support in the vibrant city of Cape Town. We are dedicated to guiding individuals through the myriad of rehabilitation options available, providing insights into facilities, programs, and treatments tailored to diverse needs. Our mission is to be your companion in this crucial journey towards recovery, ensuring you have the knowledge and support to select a rehabilitation pathway that resonates with your journey towards healing and wholeness.”

Relapse Prevention: Your Companion Through Recovery in Johannesburg and Beyond

Welcome to Relapse Prevention, a collective borne from the resilience and experiences of recovering addicts and alcoholics. Our mission is far-reaching, aimed not merely at guiding individuals and families through the realm of addiction but propelling them into a life where recovery is sustainable and freeing.

The path to a life unburdened by substance abuse involves traversing through various stages of recovery, each crucial, each presenting its unique challenges and victories (AlcoholDetox). Our task is to stand by you through every phase, from the initial consultation to a life redefined in sobriety, ensuring each transition is a solid step towards a sustained, recovery-oriented lifestyle.

Guiding you through each step of the recovery continuum, we embrace a holistic approach, acknowledging the myriad facets of recovery, from the tangible to the intangible (Scouted). With a network that extends to Changes Rehab in Johannesburg, we ensure not just continuity but a tailored, personalized pathway through recovery.

In alliance with Changes Rehab, a staple in the Johannesburg rehabilitation landscape, we assure that your journey is not a solitary one. With support, understanding, and resources, we forge ahead, building not just recovered lives, but a community where recovery is a shared, celebrated reality.

In an era where mental health and substance abuse often intersect and where the challenges they pose are amplified by various external factors, from societal to corporate (TheTechSwing; WeDoRecover), our commitment is to provide not just a safe harbor but a repository of knowledge and resources. We strive to shed light on the multifaceted nature of recovery, providing insights into aspects from the physical to the emotional and psychological, ensuring that the path to recovery is navigated with the full arsenal of knowledge and support.

Mind/Body Unity and the Stress

by Relapse Prevention South Africa

Stress is ubiquitous these days — it plays a role in the workplace, in the home, and virtually everywhere that people interact. It can take a heavy toll unless it is recognized and managed effectively and insightfully. Western medicine, in theory and practice, tends to treat mind and body as separate entities. is separation, which has always gone against ancient human wisdom, has now been demonstrated by modern science to be not only artificial, but false. e brain and body systems that process emotions are intimately connected with the hormonal apparatus, the nervous system, and in particular the immune system. Emotional stress, especially of the hidden kind that people are not aware of, undermines immunity, disrupts the body’s physiological milieu and can prepare the ground for disease.

How Emotions Affects Our Cognitive Functioning

by Relapse Prevention South Africa

For twelve years Dr. Maté worked in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside with patients challenged by hard-core drug addiction, mental illness and HIV, including at Vancouver’s Supervised Injection Site. With over 20 years of family practice and palliative care experience and extensive knowledge of the latest findings of leading-edge research, Dr. Maté is a sought-after speaker and teacher, regularly addressing health professionals, educators, and lay audiences throughout North America.

With a good understanding of how our cognitive capabilities can be impaired or affected, everyone and especially ALL mothers must watch this to understand first : WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO US and then we can UNDERSTAND WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO OUR CHILDREN.
With this understanding, we can then be more aware of our own behaviours and challenges in our lives and thereafter we can decide if there si a need to seek intervention with the issue we have on hand.