Articles, interviews and practical information about addiction, interventions and recovery.
Detox and withdrawal from addiction The process of detox and withdrawal from addiction is a challenging journey. Those who follow this path will face…
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Addiction treatment in South Africa Are you looking for an addiction clinic that is right for you? At Peggy-Sue Addiction Care, we see you as an individual and recognise the struggle…
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Jan 23, 2025 | 7 min read | Updated: Nov 28, 2025 Have you come here because you feel that alcohol is taking over your life or that…
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Jan 2, 2025 | 6 min read Have you ever considered seeking help for addiction but not known where to begin? Perhaps you are wondering…
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Apr 9, 2024 | 3 min read | Updated: Apr 29, 2024 Recovering from an addiction is a complex and difficult process, but it can mark a turning point…
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Apr 20, 2024 | 6 min read | Updated: Apr 29, 2024 In the second episode of our podcast, Peggy-Sue Figueira and Lya Young-Afat speak with Patrick about…
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Apr 13, 2024 | 2 min read | Updated: Apr 29, 2024 Don’t worry, it is not unusual. You have come to the right place. Addiction affects many people,…
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Jun 4, 2024 | 7 min read | Updated: Nov 28, 2025 In the latest episode of ‘The Intervention Podcast’, hosts Peggy-Sue Figueira and Lya Young-Afat sit down with…
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Feb 18, 2024 | 3 min read | Updated: Nov 27, 2025 In the world of addiction care, Peggy-Sue is a leading example of dedication to recovery….
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Apr 23, 2023 | 9 min read | Updated: Nov 27, 2025 A professional intervention really can save lives. Former client Pieter (34) knows this from experience. After a…
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How does a family intervention work? Mar 21, 2023 | 7 min read Your child’s, partner’s or another family member’s addiction does not only have profound consequences…
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How do you recognise addiction in a loved one? Mar 8, 2024 | 2 min read | Updated Apr 29, 2024 It can be difficult to acknowledge that a…
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How can you overcome addiction yourself? Oct 2, 2024 | 7 min read | Updated Nov 28, 2025 Perhaps this sounds familiar: you resolve to…
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Holistic Recovery at FR&D: Empowering Young People Again Dec 14, 2024 | 5 min read | Updated Nov 28, 2025 Imagine: you are given a safe…
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Mar 14, 2023 | 2 min read | Updated: Nov 28, 2025 Peggy-Sue Figueira (56), a former addict and addiction expert, was interviewed by the news platform Metro. She talks about…
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Sep 6, 2017 | 4 min read Help! A loved one is addicted. But what do you do if they do not want help? How do you persuade someone with an addiction to…
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Mar 20, 2024 | 2 min read | Updated: Nov 28, 2025 We are proud to present the first episode of our new podcast: The Intervention. In this podcast…
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Oct 20, 2023 | 2 min read Addiction is a complex problem that does not discriminate on the basis of status, profession or background. And an increasing number of well-known Dutch people reportedly…
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Jan 25, 2023 | 1 min read In issue two (2023) of Psychologie magazine, five people share how they overcame their addiction. Also…
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Mar 26, 2024 | 3 min read Addiction is a complex condition that affects many lives. It goes beyond simply craving a substance; it affects…
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Feb 3, 2025 | 5 min read If you are working on your recovery, you have probably asked yourself this question: how do I stay strong and prevent a relapse?…
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Mar 2, 2024 | 3 min read Addiction is a complex and often misunderstood illness that affects not only individuals but also their families. Peggy-Sue, who has her own…
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Jul 5, 2023 | 5 min read Many misconceptions about addiction still persist. People with addictions are often labelled weak or irresponsible, as if a lack of willpower were the cause…
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Aug 25, 2017 | 2 min read Several factors contribute to what may appear to be addiction-related problems. Genetic predisposition, social circumstances and psychological vulnerability all play a role…
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Today, the term Interventionist is becoming increasingly familiar in the context of a drug intervention, as seen, for example, on RTL 4’s “Verslaafd!”. In these television programmes…
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Apr 3, 2024 | 3 min read | Updated: Apr 29, 2024 When a loved one is struggling with addiction, they may find it difficult to accept help. The role…
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Sep 6, 2024 | 7 min read | Updated: Sep 23, 2024 Addiction is a complex and often debilitating illness that affects not only the person concerned,…
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Mar 14, 2024 | 3 min read | Updated: Apr 29, 2024 It is a painful reality that many of us may face: discovering that a loved one…
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Feb 25, 2024 | 2 min read | Updated: Nov 28, 2025 The road to recovery has many obstacles, and one of the greatest challenges is finding…
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Feb 7, 2024 · 3 min read · Updated: Apr 29, 2024 In the shadow of her past, Peggy-Sue found the strength to rise and…
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Jan 13, 2025 · 7 min read · Updated: Nov 28, 2025 It can be incredibly difficult to watch someone you love struggle with an…
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