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How to Overcome Drug Addiction?

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Cadabam’s rehab is a groundbreaking psychiatric treatment and recovery center that combines pioneering infrastructure, personalized treatment options, and continuous care, along with a supportive holistic environment that is driven by distinguished psychiatrists, psychologists, and mental health experts. The psychiatric rehabilitation center extends wide-ranging drug rehab services in an atmosphere where personalized treatment and tranquility come together to ensure optimal recovery rate.

In this blog, we will go through the various factors that cause drug addiction and addictive habits; we will also shed light on the different treatment plans that will help you overcome them.

What is Drug Addiction?

Drug addiction, or substance abuse, is a mental health condition when a person becomes dependent on the drug for functioning and cannot control his/her emotions or behavior. Even prescription drugs can cause addiction, and lead to severe symptoms like paranoia, irrational behavior, and so on. Something that begins out of curiosity becomes an essential part of life when the substance amount that is needed to get high increases, since the body starts to develop a tolerance to the drug.

Yearning for the Substance

Addictive habits lead to a deep desire for the substance, and there are many other factors that play a vital role. It could be genetic, environmental, or social circumstances where the yearning transforms the person into experiencing a confused and violent mental state. Physical health also takes a severe beating, and the individual loses their sense of respect and dignity; they also start facing many difficulties, in all walks of life.

Addiction Related Health Problems:

Addiction to any substance or drug can enslave a person, and damage the individual physically and mentally. These substances can cause irreparable damage to the brain, if used for prolonged periods. They can also hamper physical performance and diminish the ability to think, analyze, and act in rational ways. The patient will also experience severe stomach problems, chronic headaches, irregular heartbeats, increased heart attack risks, extreme mood disorders, and other severe mental health conditions that can be life-threatening.

Types of Addictions

A habit and addiction often go hand in hand, when it comes to substance abuse. What begins as a casual habit can soon transform into addiction that begins to get the better of the individual in every aspect.

Addiction to analgesic: starts with the substance used as a pain reliever that is prescribed to be continued at home. This causes withdrawal symptoms in the individual and they offer a high where the person feels good for a temporary period. They continue consuming the drug that can eventually lead to serious complications.

Nicotine addiction: is caused due to excessive cigarette smoking and the use of other tobacco products. Since, nicotine is highly addictive even infrequent consumption can lead to substance abuse.  

Treatments

You can overcome your addictive habits with a host of treatment options, including:

Creating awareness

Awareness should be created about the signs and symptoms of substance dependence. Generating public awareness is important to point out the disturbing signs before things go out of control.

Concept of enablers

For every individual that has gotten into liquor or some other substance addiction, there will be at least one individual who will be considered as an empowered influence. There is a need to include the empowering influences, in the addiction treatment, with the goal that recuperation is finished and dependable.

Concept of dual diagnosis

Numerous individuals who need assistance for their addiction or reliance issues may have other problems. These problems are included in the dual diagnosis treatment cycle and the individuals will have to communicate variably in order to postpone recuperation.

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12-step program

The twelve stages are the verifiable and reasonable establishment of Alcoholics Anonymous and have been altered for use, in various self-improvement gathering settings. Individuals discover their connection while they deal with themselves. It includes surrendering, self-assessment, and learning to recover and live in the community with dignity. A sponsor is an individual who can be a counselor, as well.

Importance of a sponsor:

This individual is the member of the twelve step program. Their role is to counsel and guide you through the recovery process. They need to be sober for two or more years, someone you admire, and the same gender as you. The sponsor has to be honest, reliable, trustworthy, and available for you.

Psychoeducation:

This is when the patient starts learning about new coping skills, identifying triggers and danger zones, understanding the importance of saying “no”, and creating a structured schedule that will keep them occupied through the day.

Medicines:

The proper use of medicines is essential when it comes to addiction treatments. When the medication is followed properly, they can help with being sober and unlearning addictive patterns that can trigger an individual.

Why Cadabam’s?

With over two decades of psychiatric excellence, extensive research capabilities, contemporary setting, and international-grade treatment procedures, Cadabam’s is the pioneer in offering comprehensive mental health services in the country. The center offers specialized programs and holistic healing techniques that enable the individual to see and experience the brighter aspects of life beyond addiction or substance abuse.

A thorough medication process, ongoing counseling sessions, biochemical restoration process, personalized nutrition programs, and recreational activities come together to address and eliminate diverse health conditions from the roots. Additionally, a host of aftercare services and one-on-one counseling sessions are offered to track individual progress.

The multidisciplinary team and empathetic staff members create a cohesive environment with a home away from home feeling to help individuals relax, rewind, and rejuvenate to spring back to life with enthusiasm.

Disclaimer

We strive to treat our patients with dignity and utmost sensitivity. We understand that drug addiction is a disease and that it is not a sign of weakness. Terms like drug addict, drug abuser or drug addiction are not used in a derogatory way but more to remain relevant to user search trends and common usage. It is important to note that drug addiction should be referred to as drug addiction disorder to better address the effects of this psychological condition. Words like addict, junkie, etc should be avoided. In case you or your loved ones are struggling with drug addiction and share a unique viewpoint on how we can improve this content for our readers, please reach out to us at info@cadabamshospitals.com

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Drug Addiction FAQs:

What are the root causes of drug addiction?

The most common root causes that lead to drug addiction are consistent stress, a history of trauma, mental illnesses, or a family history of addiction. Once you understand the cause and triggers of your addiction, it will help reduce the risk of you being addicted.

How does a drug addiction develop?

Drug addiction develops when the craving to consume a substance takes over certain parts of the brain, and once you take it, the reward behavior provides certain positive feelings to the body. Drug addiction also impacts the parts of the brain that is responsible for decision making and emotions.

Disclaimer: We strive to treat our patients with dignity and utmost sensitivity. We understand that drug addiction is a disease and that it is not a sign of weakness. Terms like drug addict or drug addiction are used not in a derogatory way but to remain relevant to user search trends and common usage. It is important to note that drug addiction should be referred to as substance use disorder to better address the effects of this psychological condition and words like addict, junkie, etc. should be avoided. In case you or your loved ones are struggling with drug addiction and share a unique viewpoint on how we can improve this content for our readers, please reach out to us at info@cadabamshospitals.com.

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