Category: Alcohol Addiction

Johannesburg’s Comprehensive Care Options for Addiction Rehabilitation and Recovery

Changes offer a range of drug rehabilitation centres in Johannesburg to help individuals struggling with substance abuse. These facilities provide comprehensive and professional treatment programmes tailored to address various types of addiction. You’ll find detox, outpatient, inpatient and long-term rehab options, allowing you to choose the level of care that best suits your needs. Changes […]

Does Rehab For Alcoholics Actually Work?

Yes, alcoholism treatment is as effective as treatments for other chronic illnesses like diabetes, hypertension and asthma. Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) is a medical condition characterised by an impaired ability to stop or control alcohol use despite negative consequences. It encompasses a range of drinking behaviours and can be mild, moderate, or severe. Symptoms of […]

The Effects of Alcohol Poisoning and How Long They Last

How long do alcohol effects last? When you drink, you typically feel the effects within minutes, lasting a few hours. Your body processes alcohol at its own pace, usually about one drink per hour, but this can be different for everyone. What are the stages of alcohol poisoning? Subliminal intoxication Euphoria Excitement Confusion Stupor Coma […]

Alcohol And Blood Pressure

Can Alcoholic Beverages Elevate Blood Pressure? Excessive consumption of alcoholic drinks can indeed raise blood pressure levels; alcohol and blood pressure go hand-in-hand. When one consumes too much alcohol, it can lead to increased pressure on blood vessel walls. This effect may be temporary after a single stint of heavy drinking, but regular overconsumption can […]

Alcohol and Stomach Pain

The Impact of Alcohol on the Stomach Alcohol and stomach pain is a common occurance. It irritates the stomach lining, leading to inflammation called gastritis. This can cause pain, nausea, and vomiting. Alcohol also increases stomach acid production, which may worsen acid reflux symptoms. The digestive system’s ability to break down food is impaired by […]

Addiction Relapse Triggers

Recognising and Avoiding Common Pitfalls Understanding Addiction Relapse Addiction relapse is a complex process that often occurs in stages. Recognising the signs and understanding how relapse unfolds can help people in recovery take steps to prevent it. The Process of Relapse Relapse doesn’t happen suddenly. It’s a gradual process that can begin weeks or months […]

Does Fedhealth Pay for Addiction Rehabilitation? 2024

Key Take-Aways Prescribed Minimum Benefits (PMBs): Addiction to alcohol or substances is classified as a chronic disease. Therefore, a portion of your treatment will fall under Prescribed Minimum Benefits. This typically includes inpatient detoxification and a 21-day period of rehabilitation. Inpatient Treatment: Fedhealth plans cover a portion of the costs associated with inpatient treatment at […]

Does GEMS Cover Addiction Rehabilitation?

Key Takeaways Details Introduction – Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS) pays for 21 days of inpatient addiction rehabilitation per year. Understanding Addiction Rehabilitation – Definition and types of addiction rehabilitation services. The role of medical schemes in supporting health and recovery. Does GEMS Cover Addiction Rehabilitation? Overview of GEMS – History and purpose of GEMS. […]

Alcohol Rehab Centre Johannesburg: A Recovery Guide

AUD (Alcohol Use Disorder), know as alcoholism can devastate lives if left unchecked. In South Africa, alcohol abuse is a major issue and Johannesburg has one of the highest rates of alcohol consumption. If you or someone you care about has a problem, call our alcohol rehab centre Johannesburg. We can help them to get […]

The Best Alcohol Rehab Center in Johannesburg

Alcohol rehabilitation programs provide medical and mental health support, counselling, therapy, education, and accountability. Alcoholism treatment centres help people sober up and find a new way to live, without drinking. Including family, friends, or other nonmedical supports. Family therapy and 12-step engagement will help to stop alcohol drinking. Critically, alcohol rehab can help individuals see […]

Changes Addiction Rehab professional memberships and accreditations

Changes Addiction Rehab is licensed by the South African Department of Social Development (Practice No. 0470000537861) and the Department of Health, and is a registered detox facility and practice with the Board of Healthcare Funders. Our treatment programme is led by counsellors registered with the HPCSA, working alongside a multidisciplinary team of medical professionals under a unified practice. We are proud, standing members of the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC), the Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa, the South African Council for Social Service Professions, the South African Medical Association, the South African Nursing Council and the South African Society of Psychiatrists. Changes Addiction Rehab has been in continuous professional operation since 2007, when it was founded by Sheryl Rahme, who has worked in the addiction treatment field since 1984. Our core clinical team brings over 100 years of combined professional addiction recovery experience.