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Addiction. The word alone often conjures up thoughts of weakness, lack of willpower, or moral failure. For many, it remains a misunderstood and stigmatised illness, cloaked in myths that get in the way of our ability to address it healthily. However, despite growing awareness and advances in medical science, misconceptions about addiction persist. These misconceptions do more harm than good – they fuel stigma, hinder effective treatment, and perpetuate the misinformed perceptions surrounding...

“If I look back, the biggest thing that I regret is not surrendering sooner. It dragged the misery out for years. My family suffered. That iciness still weighed me down because I was so scared to try something that I knew nothing about, I had judged it so I kicked against it. At one point, I reached a place where I fundamentally knew that it was time to change – that point was when I felt the most lonely, hopeless, insecure, scared, guilty, and angry, all at once. After making that decision to...

Halfway houses are vital in the continuum of care, providing a supportive and structured environment for individuals transitioning from treatment facilities back into society. At our facility, we focus on empowering residents through a combination of personalized support, community engagement, and skill development. Our approach emphasizes the importance of stable housing as a foundation for recovery. Residents are encouraged to participate in various programs that enhance life skills, such as...