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Dagga is a South African term used to describe cannabis. A plant originally cultivated for hemp, now more commonly sold as dagga or marijuana as a drug. The plant itself, not just the dried form, has also been referred to as dagga within South Africa.   The word dagga comes from the Khoekhoe language, which… Continue reading What is the drug: Dagga

Whoonga is a South African street name for heroin, and is the most prevalent drug in KwaZulu-Natal. This is similar to drugs like nyaope and sugars. As a street drug, there is a lot of speculation and myth about what it is made of and its additives. While there is a high likelihood of sellers… Continue reading What is the drug: Whoonga

Methcathinone is a powerful synthetic stimulant drug that is highly addictive and has dangerous effects. Closely related to methamphetamine and cathinone, methcathinone is often produced in home laboratories, making its purity and strength unpredictable. Users typically take it in powder form, and its short but intense high is followed by severe physical and psychological crashes,… Continue reading What is the drug: Methcathinone

What is the drug: Malpitte In South Africa, malpitte refers to the seeds of the Datura stramonium plant, a toxic and highly hallucinogenic species that grows wild across much of the country. Known by various names worldwide, including Jimsonweed and devil’s snare, this plant produces spiky seed pods filled with small brown seeds. These seeds… Continue reading What is the drug: Malpitte

What is the drug: Cocaine Cocaine is a well-known stimulant drug that affects how the brain communicates and processes information. It’s commonly linked to increased energy, alertness and intense short-term euphoria. As one of the most talked-about substances in modern drug use, cocaine continues to raise questions about its effects, symptoms, and potential for addiction.… Continue reading What is the drug: Cocaine

What is the drug crystal meth? Crystal meth is a powerful and highly addictive synthetic drug that affects the central nervous system. Known for its crystalline appearance and intense stimulant effects, it has become a serious concern in communities around the world. But what is crystal meth, exactly? It is made using a mix of… Continue reading What is the drug crystal meth?

What is Marijuana and its effects? Marijuana is a more common name for cannabis, often referring to it in its dried form. The cannabis plant, originally from Central and South Asia, was historically cultivated for hemp, a durable fibre used in textiles and rope. As a drug, the leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds are dried… Continue reading What is Marijuana and its effects?

What is the drug Nyaope? Nyaope, also known as Whoonga, is a cheap cocktail drug in South Africa. A cocktail drug is a mixture of substances, both addictive and filler, to make it cheaper. This has allowed Nyaope to become a widespread and dangerous street drug in South Africa. Users can smoke or inject nyaope.… Continue reading What is the drug Nyaope?

What Makes Me an Addict? Understanding the Disease of Addiction and When to Get Help Addiction is not just about drugs or alcohol. It’s about compulsion, loss of control, and emotional pain that drives self-destructive behavior. Whether you’re struggling with alcohol, cocaine, pornography, or masturbation, the root issue often lies deeper than the substance or… Continue reading Why You Can’t Punish Addiction Away – A Therapeutic Approach That Actually Works

What Makes Me an Addict? Understanding the Disease of Addiction and When to Get Help Addiction is not just about drugs or alcohol. It’s about compulsion, loss of control, and emotional pain that drives self-destructive behavior. Whether you’re struggling with alcohol, cocaine, pornography, or masturbation, the root issue often lies deeper than the substance or… Continue reading What Makes Me An Addict?