Benzodiazepine Withdrawal and Detox
What Is Benzodiazepine Withdrawal? Users often develop a tolerance to benzodiazepines, or benzos, after taking high doses for a long...
Facts about the Matrix Model of Intensive Outpatient Cocaine Addiction Treatment
So…What’s the Matrix Model? The Matrix Model is a medium length intensive outpatient treatment program for people addicted to cocaine and...
Top 10 Benefits of 12-Step Treatment
If you’re considering 12-step treatment after – or before – drug rehab but have been avoiding going to a meeting because you’re thinking...
Treatment For Heroin Overdose
After you’ve taken the first step to call EMS if you suspect that someone is overdosing on heroin, stay with the person to ensure they...
ACCSA Third Successful Training Weekend in Cape Town
ACCSA Runs Third Successful Training Weekend in Cape Town this Weekend (9th and 10th September 2017) ACCSA are working hard to bring...
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for Addiction Treatment
Overview of Dialectical Behavior Therapy Adapted from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Teaches you skills to manage emotions and deal...
The Science of Drug Abuse and Addiction: The Basics
What is drug addiction? Addiction is defined as a chronic, relapsing brain disease that is characterized by compulsive drug seeking and...
New Drug Testing Kit Available in SA - Tests Suspicious Substance To Confirm What It Is
A NEW drug detection kit that does not require a hair sample or bodily fluids to test whether a person is using illegal substances is now...
The Seven Methods of Substance Abuse Intervention
Start writing your post here. You can insert images and videos by clicking on the icons above. There are seven methods of intervention...
Substance Abuse Education for Teachers
Teachers often act as the front line to prevent and help treat substance abuse among high school and college age students. It is...
