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Do you ever ask yourself the question, "am I addicted?" or perhaps "do I have a drug
or alcohol problem?" Have those who care about you noticed a change
in your behavior? Especially around drugs or alcohol? We are often in denial about our
own substance abuse or addictions and we are the last to admit that we need help.
Are you addicted or merely dependent? The truth is, it doesn't really matter when
it comes to controlled substances. Whether it's illicit drugs like ***, ***, or
***, or maybe prescription drugs like pain killers, muscle relaxants, and sedatives commonly
known as Benzos. Or perhaps you are self-medicating with alcohol. The fact is, it is a problem
that's getting in the way of your life and it can quickly take over - residential drug
treatment programs can help. Outpatient rehab may help with your physical
withdrawal symptoms but it's the psychological cravings that are much more difficult to address.
In a good inpatient treatment program, the psychological aspect of addiction is worked
through with a variety of different approaches. Residential drug treatment programs can assist
with both the physiological and psychological aspects of addiction.
Maybe you don't think you need to seriously consider any residential drug treatment programs
because you believe you can handle or deal with the problem on your own. You may be right,
but statistics show that you likely need help. Do the right thing! For yourself -- and those
who love you. As with other chronic medical conditions (like
cancer), addictions vary in severity and complexity, they also involve aspects of personal choice,
and success is often complicated by relapse. We know that drug and alcohol addiction is
a disease and that it has biological, psychological, and social causes.
The complexity of addiction requires good residential drug treatment programs that can
address the full range of these biological, psychological and social issues.
There are individual and group therapy sessions to help one focus on the psychological dependence
that occurs with the use of drugs and alcohol in an effort to cope with life's problems.
There are certain medications (like Suboxone) that can help with withdrawal symptoms. There
is social support that is vital in helping one with their rehabilitation and recovery.
There is technology, like Neurofeedback, that can help a person retrain their addicted brain.
Research has shown that longer programs, lasting anywhere from 3-6 months, may help the client
be more successful with their recovery.
Residential drug treatment programs or inpatient programs usually require a commitment of at
least 30 days and typically include room and board.
Here are some things to look for while researching quality residential drug treatment programs:
The program has professional staff with a solid understanding of addiction, perhaps
recovering addicts themselves. They should use a variety of (research proven)
tools like Neurofeedback to help with the clients' long term recovery.
Participants in the program are treated with respect and their expertise and perspectives
are honored. Natural social, recreational and family reinforcers
are used to help clients change, while giving family and friends positive and productive
ways to support the client's recovery. The program should focus on wellness, with
activities designed to improve self-care, through stress management, exercise and nutrition.
The program should be able to meet the client where the client is at, and not force a one-size-fits-all
treatment approach down their throat. The program addresses the physical, spiritual
and emotional effects of drug and alcohol addiction.
It offers complementary medicine approaches including mindfulness, meditation and spirituality.
Clients are held responsible for their own decisions but they are never judged -- they
are only guided in wise decision making. And finally, the program should be affordable!
Ultimately, the client needs to show up and be an active participant in their rehabilitation.
It is imperative that the client be motivated about their own recovery.
Often, a client will begin treatment lacking the personal motivation to recover, but a
good treatment program will help the individual find the inspiration and desire to get well.
Quality programs can only do so much. If you or someone you love has a substance
abuse or addiction problem, it is important that you act TODAY. One of the programs that
we highly recommend, as it meets all the criteria of quality residential drug treatment programs
is listed below in the description of this video. It is time to take action Now!