PERCEPTIONS OF NYAOPE USERS REGARDING THERAPEUTIC SERVICES AT PRIVATE IN-PATIENT TREATMENT CENTRES IN GAUTENG

National data indicate that young adults are increasingly vulnerable to the harmful use of nyaope –an illicit drug. Consequently, there is a need for appropriate treatment services. This study aimedto explore and describe the experiences of nyaope users regarding therapeutic services at privatein-pa...

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Published in:	Social Work Vol. 59; no. 2; pp. 150 - 170
Main Authors:	Zwane, Noxolo Chairmaine Minenhle, Geyer, Stephan
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Stellenbosch University of Stellenbosch 01-01-2023 Department of Social Work, Stellenbosch University/ Universiteit Stellenbosch Stellenbosch University
Subjects:	Case studies case study design gauteng province in-patient treatment nyaope Patients Probability Services Social Work substance use disorder therapeutic services treatment centre Young adults in-patient treatment case study design treatment centre Gauteng province substance use disorder therapeutic services Nyaope
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Summary:	National data indicate that young adults are increasingly vulnerable to the harmful use of nyaope –an illicit drug. Consequently, there is a need for appropriate treatment services. This study aimedto explore and describe the experiences of nyaope users regarding therapeutic services at privatein-patient treatment centres in Gauteng, South Africa. A qualitative study operationalised througha case study design, specifically an instrumental case study, involved 11 cases/participants whowere recruited through a three-phase non-probability sampling process at treatment centres in twoGauteng metropoles. Following a method of reflexive thematic analysis, four themes withassociated sub-themes, are reported. Recommendations focus on tailored service delivery attreatment centres and addressing limitations in policies. Keywords: Nyaope, treatment centre, in-patient treatment, therapeutic services, case study design, substance use disorder, Gauteng province
ISSN:	2312-7198 0037-8054 2312-7198
DOI:	10.15270/59-2-1126