Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Dewsbury
There are different symptoms for different drugs, so if you believe you may be addicted to a particular substance, we would advise you to look into the symptoms and see if you identify with any of them.
For example, some common symptoms of alcoholism include frequent hangovers, memory issues, poor concentration, and slurred speech. (1)
There can also be psychological symptoms of alcoholism, such as low mood, depression, paranoia, and anxiety.
On the other hand, the most common symptoms of heroin addiction are nausea, dry mouth, abscesses, sexual dysfunction, and mental health issues including antisocial personality disorder, anxiety, and depression. (2)
As you can see, the symptoms for these two substances vary, which is why it is so important that you focus on your specific substance when deciding whether you have a substance use problem. Our list of common addictions will allow you to do this.
That being said, there are certain signs of addiction that tend to be the same regardless of the source of the addiction. One example of this is tolerance – when individuals need to take more of the substance, or engage in the behaviour more, to feel the same effects.
Another example is isolation. It is very common for people with addiction to close themselves off from their loved ones, and even from society in general.
This generally comes from a sense of shame about their substance use problem, but it can also be a way to prioritise their addiction without concerning themselves with their usual responsibilities.
For more information about drug and alcohol rehab in Dewsbury, please contact us today at 0800 088 66 86.
Is There a Gene For Drug & Alcohol Addiction?
No, there is not one gene for drug and alcohol addiction. It is not true that certain people have one gene that causes addiction, and that they will definitely end up struggling with dependency if they choose to use drugs or alcohol.
However, there is a link between addiction and genetics. Some people are more genetically susceptible to addiction, which means there is more chance that they will struggle to have a healthy relationship with drugs and alcohol.
Generally, people do not develop an addiction for one single reason. It tends to be a combination of things, such as exposure, environment, and genetics.
It is also possible for someone to be very susceptible to addiction without ever developing one, particularly if they stay away from drugs and alcohol, if they are mentally stable, and if they are not surrounded by people who promote addictive behaviours.
How Do I Know If I Need to go to Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Dewsbury?
If you struggle with regulating your use of drugs or alcohol in any capacity, you should research drug and alcohol rehab in Dewsbury and think about enrolling. It is difficult to regain a healthy relationship with substances once you have become dependent on them, so the safest thing to do is to get treatment at a private drug and alcohol rehab in Dewsbury.
Having said that, there are obviously certain factors that increase the urgency of rehab, which means that certain patients are more at risk than others when they are put off treatment. Here are some examples:
1. You use substances on a daily basis
If you are using it every day and you are not yet addicted, you are very likely to develop an addiction in the near future. Without a break from substances, your body quickly gets used to the symptoms produced by the substance, and it will react badly when this is taken away.
The safest way to deal with this is to go to rehab for a medical detox so that your sobriety can be controlled rather than sudden and risky.
2. You are experiencing withdrawal symptoms when you stop using a substance
When we talk about your body having a bad reaction to a lack of substances, we are talking about withdrawal symptoms. They can affect your physical and mental health, causing symptoms from heart problems and hallucinations to extreme paranoia and suicidal thoughts.
Again, a medical detox at rehab is the best way to manage this, as there is less chance you will experience bad withdrawal symptoms when you are given medication and you are monitored 24/7.
3. You are using a combination of substances
Though many substances are very dangerous on their own, you are increasing your risk significantly when you use multiple substances. This is still the case even if you don’t take the substances at once, as drugs and alcohol stay in your system for a while after you first use them.
4. You have people in your life who enable you
If you have people in your life who are enabling your dependency or addiction, it is less likely that you will be able to get sober.
It is difficult enough to get sober when your loved ones are encouraging you to, so when they are not being supportive, you will need to go somewhere that promotes total abstinence (such as drug and alcohol rehab in Dewsbury).
For more information about drug and alcohol rehab in Dewsbury, please contact us today at 0800 088 66 86.
When Should I Consider Home Detoxing in Dewsbury?
As we have discussed, though rehab is preferable for everyone with substance use problems, some people need it less than others. These people may want to look into home detoxing in Dewsbury as a way to recover in a familiar setting.
Home detoxing is best for people with a dependency issue that is mild and does not include tolerance, withdrawal symptoms, and serious mental health issues. You should be able to give up around 10 days to dedicate to the detox, which includes giving up work, social events, and childcare.
As home detoxes treat just the physical symptoms, anyone with a physical dependency but not a psychological dependency should consider this option.
However, even if you are not yet psychologically dependent on a drug, you would benefit from therapy.
Most people with substance use problems also have mental health issues (dual diagnosis patients), and trauma that has contributed to the development of their addiction.
Going to therapy helps them to understand themselves better, so they find it easier to live a sober lifestyle and avoid addictive behaviours once they know why they are drawn to these behaviours.
Some types of therapy that are often used for addiction include contingency management, psychotherapy, dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), mindfulness, motivational enhancement therapy, and holistic therapies.
How Can I Encourage a Loved One to go to Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Dewsbury?
Sometimes, people are not willing to accept that they have a substance use problem until an extreme situation arises.
For example, they may finally realise they have a problem when their employer threatens dismissal, when they experience withdrawal symptoms, or when they develop a mental health condition as a result of their addiction.
This is the concept behind the intervention. Some addiction specialists believe that people need to be faced with the extreme consequences of their addictions in order for them to accept that change is necessary.
For this reason, intervention often involves family members writing a letter to the victim of addiction, explaining how it is hurting them.
Certain intervention methods even involve giving an ultimatum. The loved ones (sometimes joined by colleagues and medical professionals) state that they will no longer be in contact with the victim of addiction if they do not accept addiction treatment.
The types of drug and alcohol rehab in Dewsbury that we work with tend to promote a gentler approach. They advocate for intervention to involve an honest confession of the family’s feelings, without threatening no contact.
This may encourage the individual to go to drug and alcohol rehab in Dewsbury, as they are faced with the reality of their actions.
If you are not yet ready to do an intervention, or you do not believe it is necessary at present, we would advise you to keep the conversation about treatment open. Reference it regularly so that your loved one is aware you do not condone their addiction.
However, make sure you remind them that you know it is not their fault, and that you love them regardless of their substance use problem.
What are the Consequences of Delaying Addiction Treatment?
Delaying addiction treatment has a variety of potential consequences. The most negative is death.
If you have a severe addiction and you do not get help for it, the physical side effects of addiction could get so bad that you develop a serious condition such as diabetes or cardiac issues. You could also suffer from a stroke or a heart attack due to chronic drug use.
It is also possible for your mental health to deteriorate to the point that you experience suicidal thoughts; it is thought that around 25% of victims of addiction have ended their life. (3)
It goes without saying that not everyone with a substance use problem will die from it. However, something that is very common when people delay addiction treatment is the worsening of physical and psychological symptoms relating to their addiction.
Even if they do not develop a serious health condition, they may suffer from insomnia, mood swings, flu-like symptoms, tremors, and hallucinations, amongst other unpleasant sensations.
In terms of how delaying addiction impacts your relationships, one obvious consequence is that you could lose friends and family members who refuse to enable your addiction.
Another potential consequence is that your loved ones will distance themselves as a way to avoid the pain caused by your addiction. If you have children, you are risking not being able to see them due to your addiction problems.
Your career can also be affected when you do not seek professional help for your addiction. You may struggle to function at work, which could lead to disciplinaries, a lack of progression including promotions and pay rises, and potentially unemployment.
For more information about drug and alcohol rehab in Dewsbury, please contact us today at 0800 088 66 86.
Does Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Dewsbury Have Any Drawbacks?
It is very rare that drug & alcohol rehab in Dewsbury has more drawbacks than benefits for people with addiction. This is especially true when you use a referral service like Rehab Recovery, as you will be put in touch with a residential rehab that suits your preferences.
However, on odd occasions, we inform a patient that inpatient rehab would not be the best option for them.
This may be because they have been to rehab a large number of times and keep relapsing soon after, they have a severe mental health condition, or they would not do well living with other patients for 28 days.
In this situation, the next best thing is getting addiction treatment at rehab on an outpatient basis. If this does not seem appropriate, we would recommend home detoxing.
Finally, the last option is to use fellowship groups such as Smart Recovery, but this should be implemented alongside therapy for the best results.
It is more common for people to have a bad experience at rehab if they do not use a referral service. This is because they are more likely to commit to one of the first centres they see, rather than doing lots of research into the treatments offered, the facilities available, and the specific approach of the clinic in question.
We are proud of our approach to finding private rehabs, as we have high standards, so our patients only ever attend clinics with great success rates and an effective, pro-abstinence approach.
This means they are much less likely to relapse than if they selected a rehab without checking the success rates and reviews.
Some people would argue that the biggest drawback of drug and alcohol rehab in Dewsbury is the fact that there is no guarantee you will stay sober after it.
We do appreciate that this is a valid point, as you invest a lot of time and money into rehab, so it would be preferable for sobriety to be promised.
However, nothing is promised with addiction. There is no treatment out there that removes the risk of relapse, so we must accept that relapse is possible in any scenario. However, your chances of relapsing are significantly reduced when you complete treatment at rehab, so going to rehab is the most sensible decision you could make.
Furthermore, even though some patients do relapse, they have still benefitted from a high-quality, personalised treatment plan and aftercare.
They do not unlearn the excellent coping mechanisms they have acquired during rehab simply because they have relapsed one time. They are still less likely to relapse in the future after having completed treatment at rehab.
How Does the Referral Process Work With Rehab Recovery?
When you get in touch with a Rehab Recovery team member, they will listen to you talk about your addiction and figure out the best way to help you.
Most often, they will find a drug and alcohol rehab in Dewsbury for you, but they may also recommend outpatient addiction treatment or home detoxing in Dewsbury.
To hear directly from our clients, head to our testimonials page. There, you will discover the experience of people from different backgrounds who have used Rehab Recovery as a way to access addiction treatment in the UK.
To enquire about a referral to drug and alcohol rehab in Dewsbury, home detoxing, or outpatient services for addiction, call us on 0800 088 66 86.
References
[1] Alcohol Use Disorder: Symptoms, Treatment & Screening https://www.healthline.com/health/alcohol-use-and-abuse
[2] Heroin DrugFacts https://nida.nih.gov/publications/drugfacts/heroin
[3] Suicide risk associated with drug and alcohol dependence https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1932152/
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