The simple definition of depression is the constant feeling of sadness and loss of interest . According to WHO , depression affects more than 246 million people worldwide and that’s only the diagnosed number. Truth is, most people suffer from depression without even knowing it .we more often than not judge people according to their […]
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How to identify someone with Substance Use Disorders 1. Taking the substance in larger amounts or for longer than you’re meant to. 2. Wanting to cut down or stop using the substance but not managing to. 3. Spending a lot of time getting, using, or recovering from use of the substance. 4.Cravings and urges to
It is an African thing to not talk about mental illnesses . If you admit to being depressed .They call you crazy”mwendawazimu” .But that’s not necessarily the case . Depression is one of the leading causes of suicide especially among the youth and the middle aged . Do not assume it’s just a mood swing
You might think that recovery is hard but addiction is even harder. Hiding bhang from your parents or wife is hard . Sneaking out to go drink is hard . Recovery is actually getting your freedom back .freedom from hallucinations and staggering . freedom from spending all your money in the wrong place . Call