Borderline Personality Traits and Addiction Borderline Personality Disorder, or even strong borderline traits, is one of the most stigmatised psychiatric issues out there. People throw the label around online as an insult. Families use it as a weapon. Partners use it as a way to explain chaos. None of that helps. What helps is understanding…
Psychiatric hospitals in South Africa provide essential care for severe mental health and addiction issues, treating patients too unstable for outpatient.
Addiction is a serious problem that can be one of the hardest things to overcome. Sometimes it feels like there’s no way out of the healing process. But what if taking a comprehensive view of addiction treatment is the way out of this tangle? That’s exactly right. A method that takes into account the whole…
Discomfort Used to Be Part of Growing Up For most of human history discomfort was woven into childhood. Waiting, struggling, feeling left out, failing, and sitting with uncertainty were ordinary experiences. These moments were not celebrated, but they were tolerated. Through them children learned that difficult feelings rise and fall and that they can survive…
Bill Wilson, a co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), not only pioneered a movement that has helped millions worldwide but also battled his own severe bouts of depression. His personal struggles and innovative approach have highlighted a broader application of the Twelve Steps, initially crafted for overcoming addiction, as a universal framework for managing mental health…
As a family member supporting someone in addiction recovery, you can really help their ongoing wellness through firm boundaries and keeping them accountable. After overcoming addiction, individuals face a new chapter in a life filled with opportunities, challenges, and growth. This article will explore some tips for thriving in recovery, providing guidance and support as…
The Exhaustion Nobody Talks About Most people associate exhaustion with long work hours, financial stress or caring for a sick loved one. Very few recognise the kind of burnout that comes from dealing with a narcissist. It is not loud, dramatic or obvious from the outside. It is a gradual emotional depletion that builds over…
Dealing with a loved one’s relapse can be challenging and emotionally draining. As a supportive family member, it’s important to approach the situation with understanding, empathy, and a willingness to provide the necessary support. This article aims to provide you with coping strategies and practical guidance to help you navigate through the complexities of relapse…
A group often forgotten in the quest to comprehend addiction is first responders and their hardships. There is a higher rate of PTSD and substance abuse disorders among first responders because of the frequent exposure they have to stressful and traumatic events. If you or someone you care about in South Africa is struggling with…
Spirituality in recovery is one of the most misunderstood topics in addiction treatment, mostly because people hear the word and immediately picture clichés. Some imagine incense, mantras, crystals, and vague positivity. Others imagine rigid religion, guilt, and someone trying to convert them. Addicts often hear spirituality and think, great, another performance, another set of words…
