Misdiagnoses can prevent you from getting the help you need. We often find that post-traumatic stress disorder and complex post-traumatic stress disorder play a large role in the manifestation of an illness. Learn about the relationship between trauma addiction and how misdiagnoses can skew the picture and how this picture can become clearer when the right diagnosis is in place.
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Cape Town is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in the world and the summer holidays in December see an influx of tourists from every corner of the world. With amazing weather, clear blue skies and a number of picturesque beaches the holiday mood in the city is tangible and totally irresistible. The rich…
Advice for the partners of people struggling with alcohol use disorders. If you are a friend or a partner who came here looking for answers, then here are some pointers that may be helpful to you: Do not throw alcohol down the drain or hide it. Do not drink with the person to get rid…
Help With Alcoholic Neuropathy 5 Day Executive Mental Health Retreat LET’S GET STARTED What is alcoholic neuropathy? Neuropathy is a disorder that causes the nerves in our bodies to malfunction. When neuropathy affects only one nerve is it called mononeuropathy and when it affects multiple nerves it is called polyneuropathy. Alcohol is a neurotoxin that…
Most companies are ill-equipped to handle employee addiction effectively. This impacts business operations in a wide range of areas that ultimately affect the bottom line. When an employee is suspected of having an alcohol or drug addiction problem, contact Recovery Direct’s addiction counsellors for free assistance on how to deal with situation equitably. We will…
Unfortunately there is an element of shame associated with having either a drug, (which includes prescription medication addiction) and/or an alcohol problem. Admitting you are in recovery often has a stigma attached. Regardless of anything else that you have achieved, the word “addict” or “recovery” can make you feel self-conscious. Addiction is the elephant in…
The primary goals of assisting a person in recovering from a substance use disorder is to re-integrate them into society, restore their dignity, personal security and to help by preventing relapses. Though treatment teaches them how to deal with addiction and its emotional roots, addicts accumulate other, extended problems during the abusive phase and these…