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Can Rehabilitation in south Africa help with all types of addictions?<\/h3>
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Can All Addictions Be Treated Through Rehabilitation in South Africa?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, addiction is a treatable disorder. Research on the science of addiction and the treatment of substance use disorders has led to the development of research-based methods that help people to stop using drugs and resume productive lives, also known as being in recovery.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is one of the most common questions people ask. The truth is, rehab does work, but it is not a quick fix. Success in rehab often depends on the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Your level of commitment to recovery<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The quality and approach of the rehab centre<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Ongoing support after leaving the programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The presence of other mental health conditions
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    Addiction is a chronic illness, not a matter of willpower. Like any long-term health condition, managing it requires ongoing care. Rehab gives people the tools to understand their addiction, identify triggers, and build a healthier life without drugs or alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Types of substance addiction according to the World Health Organization;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • Opiate Type Addiction<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Alcohol, Barbuturate, Benzodiazepine Type Addiction<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Cannabis Type Addiction<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Cocaine Type Addiction<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Stimulant Type Addiction<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Hallucinogen Type Addiction<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Inhaled Solvent Type Addiction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Behavioral addictions are also listed below<\/strong>;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • Internet Addiction<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Gambling Addiction<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Shopping Addiction<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Sex Addiction<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Relationship Dependency<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Eating Addiction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Treatment of chronic diseases involves changing deeply rooted behaviours.Behavioural therapies help people in drug addiction treatment modify their attitudes and behaviours related to all addictions. As a result, patients are able to handle stressful situations and various triggers that might cause another relapse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        First, it is important to understand that all addictions, chemical or process, affect the neuro-chemical reward and gratification system of the brain.  The reasons a person initially starts using substances or begins a process may differ, but because the pleasure sensors in the brain receive a surge of dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and epinephrine, the brain perceives it as pleasurable and initially satisfying.  This is the reason people keep coming back.  When they come back again and again, the person can become addicted to the surge.  Addiction happens when the brain goes from wanting these chemicals in order to “feel good” to needing them…and eventually will need more of them. This is what is known as tolerance and can happen in chemical and process addictions, with some variances<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Something we see that is common in both chemical and process addictions is that consumers continue to use their drug of choice, or practice the rituals of their process addiction despite negative physical, relational, emotional, and sometimes legal consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n