Cannabis is an umbrella name for a plant species used in the manufacturing of marijuana, a highly addictive recreational narcotic. It is known by a variety of street names, including dagga, hashish, rope, and marijuana. It is also utilized in prescribed drugs in rare situations. Marijuana is prohibited in most nations, but decriminalization of marijuana has been the topic of heated discussion in recent years. Because marijuana is not as harsh on the brain and body as other, “harder” substances, many people who develop a marijuana habit are able to quit without visiting a full-fledged treatment program. An inpatient treatment center, on the other hand, may assist cut out proximity to non-ideal settings and circumstances or everyday triggers for people in an environment where it appears impossible to stop smoking marijuana.
In South Africa, where is dagga most widely used?
Dagga is grown in many backyards in Kwa-Zulu Natal. Swaziland, the Drakensberg region, and the South-Eastern Cape. It thrives abundantly in often very poor and hilly soil, producing very lucrative cash crops for sometimes very needy communities.
Why is there such a high percentage of drug misuse in South Africa?
People perceived higher abuse due to availability, family history, poverty, unemployment, influence, and a lack of parenting.
What are the ramifications of substance usage in South Africa?
Substance misuse has a negative influence on the user, their families, and their communities. Alcohol and illicit drugs harm users’ health and have been related to increases in noncommunicable diseases such as HIV and AIDS, cancer, heart disease, and psychological disorders.
What do you say to someone who is addicted to drugs?
The sooner an addiction is addressed, the better. Clearly express your worries. Make it clear that you care about the person and are concerned about their well-being. Provide concrete examples of your loved one’s drug-related conduct that have caused you concern—and be open about your own emotions.
