Medical Detox from Drugs or Alcohol

Medical detox from drugs or alcohol is essential for individuals with a long history of substance or alcohol addiction, those who have previously experienced severe withdrawal symptoms, or those with underlying medical conditions. The main purpose of medical detox is to ensure the safety and comfort of the individual going through withdrawal. The Dangers of Self-Detox For some people, withdrawal can be dangerous. There are […]

4 Stages of an Alcohol Treatment Centre Programme

Here are the four stages of an alcohol treatment centre programme: Treatment Initiation Early Abstinence Maintaining Abstinence Advanced Recovery. Few alcoholics’ recoveries are this direct. We move back and forth between the four stages, some alcoholics more than others. Knowing where you are in the 4 stages of an alcohol treatment centre programme can help you appreciate where you are in the recovery process. It’ll […]

6 Dysfunctional Family Roles in Addiction

It’s common for family members to unknowingly adopt one of six dysfunctional family roles in addiction that can perpetuate the disease and impede the treatment process delaying or stopping the recovery journey. A respected specialist in the field of addictions and codependency, Sharon Wegscheider-Cruse, identified the six primary roles in a family suffering from addiction that I will expand on below. These roles were first […]

Does Medical Aid Pay for Addiction Rehab in South Africa? 2024

2024 Step-by-step Guide If you’re limping from crisis to crisis due to your own or someone else’s substance abuse, you may be asking the question: will my medical aid pay for addiction rehab in 2024? Even more so when someone you love is dealing with a drug or alcohol addiction and it seems you’re just living from one chaotic incident to the next. Here’s a […]

How Long Do Alcoholics Stay In Rehab?

Research shows that, on average, 35% of people will relapse in the year after treatment if their rehab programme was less than 90 days long. This drops to 17% for those who were in rehab for 90 days or longer. Relapse rates are even lower for those in treatment for a year or more.

Get Discovery Rehab Coverage: Insider Guide (2024 Update)

Treatment is often crucial for those with addiction or mental health issues. Does Discovery Health pay for rehab? Yes. Most South African medical aid schemes provide financial support to access evidence-based therapies and treatment programs. This article will explore how medical aid schemes in Johannesburg and across South Africa can help you cover your rehab expenses and set you on the path to a brighter […]

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