Substance use disorder is a complex disease of the brain and body characterised by the compulsive misuse of one or more substances...

What is FASD? Foetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder is the umbrella term used to describe the range of effects on the foetus due to the mother...

International Overdose Awareness Day is the largest annual campaign that aims to end overdose, commemorate without stigma those who have...

As a leading substance abuse and behavioral disorders treatment facility, Elim Clinic offers professional interventions in both inpatient...

On August 9 2022, we celebrate Women’s Day and recognise that although women have endured a long history of oppression, each fight brings...

ELIM offers a number of training and awareness services, designed not only to raise awareness surrounding the dangers and consequences of...

In regards to substance use disorder, gender is not a defining factor. It has the potential to affect both men and women. Although both...

WHAT IS OUTPATIENT TREATMENT? Outpatient treatment refers to when an individual receives substance misuse treatment during the day but...

No matter how little your contribution, Mandela Day is all about making a difference in the world, just like Nelson Mandela did every...

WHAT IS A GAMBLING ADDICTION? Gambling is the act of putting one's money or one's time at danger in the hopes of winning something more...

The Kick Your HABIT challenge is part of the awareness that SANCA wants to rise about how difficult it is for people to let go of drugs...

We have made it through day 1 and day 2. As per the previous message I agreed to not start working before dawn but o goodness, I...

As we start the Kick your habit campaign, not only for those in recovery – but for everyone that is participating: The MD and Clinical...

Technology is a gift! Take a 48-hour detox. Zero screen time. Consider a weekend. Follow a digital diet. Restrict your time...

The purpose of the ‘KICK your HABIT’ campaign is to raise awareness of the complexities related to addiction and dependence. The campaign...

Introduction The South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (SANCA) is a non-profit organisation that is committed...

“It elevates dopamine receptors, and you continue to use it over & over again because it offers unpredictable awards” - Dr Kimberly Young...

Flooded by a tsunami of screens, devices, games, digital platforms? A quiz to assess your online/gaming activities. Are you...

WHAT IS THERE TO GAIN? Freedom of choice, not chained to a screen! Quality intimate, deep relationships feeling the empathy/love/care of...

Binge drinking may be fatal in itself and may result in the development of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). It is important to take efforts to...