A comprehensive analysis of the effectiveness of Nyaope rehabilitation programs for individuals in recovery

Tshepiso Mphidi; Tumelo Sekgobela; Jimmy Budeli

doi:10.36096/ijbes.v7i1.598

Authors

Tshepiso Mphidi University of Venda https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3000-3221
Tumelo Sekgobela University of Venda https://orcid.org/0009-0002-6579-1045
Jimmy Budeli University of Venda https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1059-7643

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36096/ijbes.v7i1.598

Keywords:

Addicts, effectiveness, Nyaope, rehabilitation, service users, and social workers

Abstract

Nyaope is proportionately a new substance/drug in South Africa. It is a combination of heroin and cannabis, and it is a very addictive drug. Nyaope is a public health concern in South Africa because of its spread and prevalence across townships. The streets of South Africa have been described as being flooded by Nyaope, and it is destroying communities due to its highly addictive nature, availability, and cheap prices. In South Africa, Nyaope is one of the illicit drugs that concerns the government. The use of Nyaope is worrying because it is higher than other harder drugs like methamphetamine, cocaine, and ecstasy because of its addictiveness. The study applied the qualitative research approach to understand the comprehensive analysis of the effectiveness of nyaope rehabilitation programs for individuals in recovery. The study used semi-structured face-to-face interviews with purposive sampling selected as a technique. The study utilized interviews as an instrument for data collection. An exploratory research design was employed in the study to explore the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs for individuals in recovery. The study observed ethical considerations such as informed consent, confidentiality, beneficence, debriefing, and harm avoidance. The study applied systems theory and ecological approach to provide a framework and foundation. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs in addressing Nyaope addiction among individuals in Seshego, Polokwane, Capricorn District. The findings shed light on the management of rehabilitation programs in the study area, providing insights into the effectiveness and areas for improvement.

Keywords

Addicts, effectiveness, Nyaope, rehabilitation, service users and social workers.

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