As with all things there is good advice and bad advice. The problem most of the time is that bad advice is usually only good advice given with bad timing. Sometimes this can make the situation worse, instead of helping it. When it comes to drug addiction and substance abuse, there cannot be a bad time, except in the opinion of the addict. Most people will get concerned when they realize that a friend or family member becomes an alcoholic or drug abuser and will often try to help.
Good intentions seldom solve problems, and the question of drug addiction definitely calls for professional assistance. If you are using drugs, or prescription drugs at more regular intervals than absolutely necessary, you might need to consider the possibility that you have become addicted. Help is available and you need not look further than your internet browser. Rehab facilities are available at various locations in South Africa and they can be contacted directly.
Their services includes an assessment of the patient and the substance involved. The rehab programs need to be adjusted for individual needs as different substances will require different approaches for rehab. Most often medication is required alongside the psychological sessions to assist the patient in the process. This mixed methodology has proven to get the highest rate of success worldwide.
In-house programs might help the you to overcome the addiction, but the world outside awaits you when you return. A good rehab Programme will include a plan to help you not only to return to your life without drugs, but provide you with the tools to know what to do should a relapse occur. This might sound cruel to you, but it will be more cruel to leave someone on his own, than it would be to prepare a newly recovered addict to deal with such a situation.
If you have friends or family that pester you about drug or alcohol abuse, do not just ignore them or chase them away, for they might have a point. Since they care, take a hard look at yourself and get help before it will be too late.