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• Anonymous: "I've struggled with addiction for a while now, and it's hard to find resources on campus that can help. Can we get more counseling services?"

• To access counseling services at North-West University (NWU), you can reach out to the Student Counselling and Development (SCD) department on your respective campus ¹:

  • Potchefstroom Campus: SCD is located at SCD:11 Hoffmann street, Building F18, and can be contacted at 018 299 2893 or via email at SCDpotch@nwu.ac.za.

  • Mahikeng Campus: SCD is located at Building B6/Health Care Centre Building, Corner Albert Luthuli and University Drive, and can be contacted at 018 389 2592 or via email at MC-SCD@nwu.ac.za.

  • Vanderbijlpark Campus: SCD is located at Hendrick van Eck Blvd., Building 13, Office 331, and can be contacted at 016 910 3195.

    
    

• John Doe: "I think NWU should offer more substance-free residence options. It would be a great way to support students who want to stay sober."

• The North-West University (NWU) can explore several strategies to offer more substance-free residing options for students. Here are some potential approaches:

  1. Designate substance-free residence halls: NWU can designate specific residence halls or wings as substance-free, providing students with a safe and healthy living environment.

  2. Increase awareness and education: The university can launch awareness campaigns and educational programs to inform students about the risks associated with substance abuse and the benefits of a substance-free lifestyle.

  3. Provide alternative activities: NWU can offer alternative activities and events that promote a substance-free lifestyle, such as fitness classes, art workshops, or game nights, to keep students engaged and entertained

• Jane Smith: "I've heard about a great support group in Potchefstroom that helps people overcome addiction. Does anyone know if there's something similar on campus?

• 12-Step Programs: These include groups like Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, and Cocaine Anonymous, which follow a 12-step model to recovery.

• Support Groups for Specific Communities: Some groups cater to specific demographics, such as Women For Sobriety, which focuses on women's recovery, or Jewish Alcoholics, Chemically Dependent Persons And Significant Others, which supports Jewish individuals.

• Faith-Based Support Groups: Celebrate Recovery is a Christian-based support group that uses scripture to guide recovery.