MyRehab Addiction Recovery Centre

29/01/2026

𝐃𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚 𝐛𝐮𝐳𝐳𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐝.

Substance use frequently underlies, mimics, or amplifies psychiatric presentations. Treating “mental health” without rigorously interrogating substance use risks inaccurate formulation and compromised outcomes.

Dual diagnosis is not the coexistence of symptoms.
It is the discipline of determining causality.

A clinically credible dual-diagnosis programme requires more than parallel therapy and detox. It requires:

• Multidisciplinary assessment led by experienced psychologists and medical doctors

• Continuous psychiatric nursing oversight

• Daily MDT review of formulation, risk, and treatment trajectory

• Structured, evidence-based programmes adapted in real time to the patient’s presentation

• Purpose-built patient management software that integrates clinical assessments, daily notes, risk indicators, and treatment decisions across disciplines

• Longitudinal clinical tracking that allows MDTs to see patterns, response to intervention, and emerging risks rather than isolated snapshots

• Structured, clinician-grade reporting that enables referring professionals to remain informed, involved, and clinically aligned

• Discharge planning focused on long-term management of co-occurring disorders, not episode-based care

Dual diagnosis is a specialized clinical discipline.
It is not defined by branding language, but by process, governance, and accountability.

As co-occurring disorders have become more widely discussed, the term “dual diagnosis” has been applied increasingly loosely. Referrers are encouraged to look beyond terminology and examine how programmes determine diagnosis, manage complexity, and remain clinically accountable.

Patients do best where substance use and mental health are assessed together, rigorously, and without assumptions — and where referring clinicians remain informed partners in care.

We do not run a personality-driven rehabilitation centre. We run an operationally disciplined, clinically governed treatment environment built around systems, structure, and accountability rather than individual charisma or therapeutic style.

Clinical decisions are made through formal multidisciplinary processes, supported by defined protocols, documented rationale, and continuous review. Patient care does not hinge on who is on duty, who is most persuasive in the room, or which therapeutic voice is loudest on a given day. It is driven by shared clinical data, longitudinal assessment, and collective professional judgement.

This approach ensures consistency of care, reduces subjectivity, and allows complex dual-diagnosis presentations to be managed with precision rather than opinion. The focus remains on accurate formulation, appropriate intervention, and measurable clinical progress — not on personalities, branding, or narrative.

How this is operationalized in practice

Our clinical work is supported by purpose-built patient management infrastructure designed specifically for dual-diagnosis care.

All psychological assessments, medical reviews, nursing observations, risk indicators, treatment decisions, and programme adjustments are captured within a single, integrated clinical system. This allows multidisciplinary teams to review patient data longitudinally rather than in isolated snapshots.

Daily MDT decisions are documented with clinical rationale, enabling real-time programme adjustment and clear traceability of care. This structure reduces handover risk, prevents siloed decision-making, and ensures that evolving psychiatric and substance-related factors are interpreted together.

Where appropriate, structured clinical summaries and progress overviews are shared with referring professionals who wish to remain involved, preserving collaboration while maintaining clinical role clarity.

Discharge planning is informed by the full treatment trajectory, supporting continuity of care and long-term management of co-occurring disorders beyond admission.

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26/01/2026

𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬.

Our Observatory facility includes on-site padel courts available for use by medical professionals.

Access is intended for clinicians who work within the mental health and addiction treatment space and wish to engage with the facility environment outside of clinical work.

Clinicians who would like to make use of the courts or visit the Observatory centre are welcome to contact us directly.

📨admin@myrehab.co.za

22/01/2026

𝙍𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙥𝙨𝙚 𝙞𝙨𝙣’𝙩 𝙛𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙪𝙧𝙚. 𝙄𝙩’𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣.

Relapse tells a story.
About pressure.
About triggers.
About what hasn’t been healed yet.

Shame shuts recovery down.
Understanding keeps it open.

If you’ve “failed” before, you haven’t finished. Reach out when you’re ready.

www.myrehab.co.za

07/01/2026

M**h Addiction Treatment Programs.

If you or someone you care about is struggling with m**h addiction, understanding the right treatment options is crucial. ARC Addiction Recovery Centre (MyRehab) offers specialized programs that address the unique challenges of recovery. With a focus on personalized care and evidence-based approaches, the center aims to foster lasting change. But how does their process work, and what makes their programs stand out? Let’s explore the key elements that contribute to successful recovery at ARC.

🌐Link in Comments.

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25/12/2025

Wishing you and your loved ones a Christmas filled with peace, comfort, and gentle moments of joy.
May this season remind us of hope, connection, and the strength we find in one another.

From our family to yours — Merry Christmas and thank you for being part of the MyRehab community.

11/12/2025

“We Both Kept Waiting”
A dialogue between a wife and her addicted husband

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[Her]
He tells me I’m remembering it wrong.
That I’m exaggerating. That I’m overreacting again.
And the worst part? Some nights, I believe him.

[Him]
I hate myself for that.
I hear the crack in her voice when I lie,
and still, I say it — because the truth would ruin us faster.

[Her]
He says, “You’re too sensitive.”
What he means is, “Your pain is inconvenient.”
He says, “Why can’t you just let it go?”
Because I can’t. Because I remember every time he swore this wouldn’t happen again.

[Him]
I don’t say it to hurt her.
I say it because I can’t stand seeing what I’ve done reflected in her face.
She looks at me like I’m two men.
And she’s right — I am.

[Her]
Addiction turned our house into a waiting room.
Waiting for him to come home.
Waiting for the truth.
Waiting for the man I married.

[Him]
She thinks I don’t see it.
But I do.
I see the distance.
The way she sets my plate down like it might bite her back.
I see the hope still flickering behind the anger,
and it kills me that I keep feeding it lies.

[Her]
Some nights, he’s kind.
He swears he’ll do better.
His eyes are clear, and I almost believe him.
I want to. God, I want to.

[Him]
Those nights — I mean it.
Every word.
But the wanting and the doing live on opposite sides of hell.
And by morning, the guilt becomes the only thing stronger than the craving.

[Her]
I started keeping evidence.
Screenshots. Receipts. Empty bottles.
Not because I’m crazy —
but because he’s made me feel like I am.

[Him]
She keeps proof.
I keep secrets.
Both of us just trying to survive the version of me I can’t control.

[Her]
People say, “Why don’t you just leave?”
As if love was a switch.
As if vows expire when the sickness gets ugly.

[Him]
People say, “Why don’t you just quit?”
As if addiction was a choice.
As if willpower could silence a scream that never stops.

[Her]
I stay because I remember who he was.
Because I keep thinking maybe if I love him enough, he’ll remember too.

[Him]
I drink because I remember who I was —
and I can’t stand that I’m not him anymore.

[Her]
I’m tired of forgiving him.
Tired of waiting for promises to hold.
Tired of losing myself while trying to save him.

[Him]
I’m tired of being forgiven.
Tired of breaking the same promise.
Tired of looking at the person I love most and seeing disappointment where trust used to live.

[Her]
I’m not angry anymore. I’m just done.
When I leave, it won’t be loud.
It’ll be quiet — the kind of quiet that sounds like peace.

[Him]
And when she leaves, I won’t chase her.
Because I’ll know she didn’t walk away from me.
She walked away from the wreckage.
From the waiting.
From the ghost I became.

[Her]
I can’t save a man who’s still drowning on purpose.

[Him]
I never wanted to drown.
I just didn’t know how to stop sinking.

[Both]
We both kept waiting — for the other to change first.
And somewhere in all that waiting,
we forgot how to breathe together.

www.myrehab.co.za

09/12/2025

Understanding Outpatient Rehab: What to Expect.

If you’re considering an outpatient rehab centre like ARC Addiction Recovery Centre, it’s important to know what to expect. You’ll find tailored treatment plans designed for your unique needs. With evidence-based therapies and a focus on family support, ARC offers a comprehensive approach to recovery. But how do these elements come together to help you maintain your daily life while working towards lasting change? Let’s explore further. Link in Comments.

03/12/2025

He’s fluffy. He’s wise. He’s calling out the things we’re all too scared to talk about.
Meet Steve, the Therapy Llama dedicated to bringing clarity, comfort, and a little chaos to conversations about mental health & addiction.

Follow along… you’re going to love him.

www.myrehab.co.za

02/12/2025

Germany’s Latest Data: Cannabis-Induced Psychosis Nearly Doubled After Legalization

A new pilot study from the German Center for Psychotherapy (DZPG) analyzed psychiatric admissions across six hospitals serving 1.9 million people from April 2022–March 2025, including the year after national cannabis legalization.

Here’s what they found:
- Cannabis-induced psychoses nearly doubled
- Cannabis-related mental disorders increased by 50%
- Overall psychiatric admissions did not increase

Meaning: the rise is specific to cannabis-related harm.

The researchers caution:
- “We cannot yet prove causation, but these results must be taken seriously.” Prof. Dr. Alkomiet Hasan

- “These findings should prompt us to invest more heavily in prevention — especially for young people.” Dr. Sophie-Kathrin Greiner

This is exactly why Educate Before Eight exists.

When children learn early about their brain, their body, and how to stay safe, we reduce preventable harm later, before the world and its risks reach them.

Prof. Dr. Alkomiet Hasan https://www.imprs-tp.mpg.de/person/43419/2484

https://www.facebook.com/p/Educate-Before-8-61558230989140/

https://plantingseedsbooks.com/educate-before-eight/

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28/11/2025

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Princess Kate calls for more compassion and understanding surrounding addiction in a moving letter she wrote as part of addiction awareness week. "But still, even now in 2025, people's experience of addiction is shaped by fear, shame and judgement. This needs to change." The Princess and Patron of the Forward Trust concluded her message by urging others to share openly and listen thoughtfully in order to end the stigma and not allow addiction to "thrive behind closed doors."

📷 : Toby Shepheard/Kensington Palace

25/11/2025

Symptoms of M**hamphetamine Addiction.

If you or someone you know is struggling with m**hamphetamine addiction, it’s crucial to recognize the signs. This addiction can manifest in various ways, affecting behavior, physical health, and mental well-being. From mood swings to significant weight loss, the symptoms can be alarming. Understanding these indicators can be the first step toward recovery, but what should you specifically look for? Let’s explore the key symptoms that might indicate a serious problem. Learn More...

If you or someone you know is struggling with m**hamphetamine addiction, it’s crucial to recognize the signs.

19/11/2025

The Impact of Alcohol on Relationships.

Alcohol can severely impact your relationships, causing misunderstandings and eroding trust. It distorts your perceptions, leading to miscommunications and emotional distance. As drinking takes priority, loved ones may feel neglected and hurt. The cycle can create guilt and shame, complicating communication further. Acknowledging the damage and fostering open dialogue can help rebuild what’s been lost. There are strategies to recover, and learning more can guide you on this important journey. Learn More...

https://addictionrecoverycentre.co.za/2025/11/10/impact-of-alcohol-on-relationships/