Zwane, Noxolo Chairmaine MinenhleGeyer, Lourens Stephan2024-02-162024-02-162023Zwane, N.C.M. & Geyer, S. 2023, 'Perceptions of nyaope users regarding therapeutic services at private in-patient treatment centres in Gauteng', Social work/Maatskaplike Werk, vol. 59, no. 2, pp. 150-170. https://DOI:org/10.15270/59-2-1126.0037-8054 (print)2312-7198 (online)10.15270/59-2-1126http://hdl.handle.net/2263/94695National 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 aimed to explore and describe the experiences of nyaope users regarding therapeutic services at private in-patient treatment centres in Gauteng, South Africa. A qualitative study operationalised through a case study design, specifically an instrumental case study, involved 11 cases/participants who were recruited through a three-phase non-probability sampling process at treatment centres in two Gauteng metropoles. Following a method of reflexive thematic analysis, four themes with associated sub-themes, are reported. Recommendations focus on tailored service delivery at treatment centres and addressing limitations in policies.en© University of Stellenbosch, Department of Social Work.NyaopeTreatment centreIn-patient treatmentTherapeutic servicesCase study designSubstance use disorderGauteng Province, South AfricaArticle