Substance Abuse Detox Centers

What is a Detox Center?

Detoxification or detox is letting the body remove the drugs in it. A detox center’s primary purpose is to safely manage withdrawal symptoms when someone stops taking drugs or alcohol. Everyone has a different experience with detox. The type of drug and how long it was used affect what detox will be like. Medications used in detox help keep former users comfortable while the drugs or alcohol leave their bodies. It can take days or months to get through withdrawal symptoms for most drugs. The length of withdrawal depends on several factors, [1] including:

• Type of substance the user is addicted to
• The duration of abusing substances has lasted
• Genetic makeup
• The severity of the addiction
• Method of abuse (snorting, smoking, injecting, or swallowing)
• The amount of a substance the user takes at one time
• Family history
• Medical condition
• Underlying mental health conditions

Types of Detox Drugs

If you’re looking to help yourself or someone you love to get professional help, We Level Up can assist you in locating the nearest evidence-based treatment programs. Get in touch with our team today for a free, no-obligation consultation!

Our comprehensive and personalized dual diagnosis program includes treatment activities for mental disorders along with substance abuse detox treatment, such as:

Inpatient Detox

Inpatient drug rehab programs offer the highest level of treatment care, with medically supervised detoxification and around-the-clock supervision and support. Drug and alcohol addiction treatment is intended to help addicted individuals stop compulsive drug seeking. Treatment can occur in various settings, take many forms, and last for different lengths. Because drug addiction is typically a chronic disorder characterized by occasional relapses, short-term, one-time treatment is usually insufficient. For many, treatment is a long-term process that involves multiple interventions and regular monitoring.

Detox at Home

Choosing to detox at home can be deadly. Quitting “cold turkey” or without medical supervision can lead to severe issues such as seizures and dehydration. Inpatient detox center programs help prevent dangerous complications. People with severe addictions should seek inpatient detox because withdrawal can be fatal. Inpatient detox includes 24-hour support and monitoring.

Medical Detox

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is the use of medications in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies to provide a “whole-patient” approach to treating substance use disorders. Medications used in MAT are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and MAT detox center programs are clinically driven and tailored to meet each patient’s needs.

Research shows that a combination of medication and therapy can successfully treat these disorders, and for some people struggling with addiction, MAT can help sustain recovery. MAT is also used to prevent or reduce opioid overdose. [2]

Where To Go For A Medical Detox?

Researching for an accredited detox center? Many addiction detox centers provide various inpatient rehab services at multiple treatment facilities. Specialized rehab programs, behavioral addiction therapy, and medication-assisted treatment are some of the many recovery programs available.

The things you should consider when choosing a detox center are:

• The level of accreditation
• Certifications
• Partnerships and affiliations
• Favorable reviews from clients in recovery

When searching for a detox center in your area, remember that other options are available. In times of need, help can be sought from different places outside your state or town. Moreover, it is recommended that the individuals struggling with substance abuse are removed from the atmosphere they are used to in the hope of impacting change by avoiding peer pressure and familiar surroundings.

How Long Do You Stay In A Detox Center?

A typical progression for someone with a severe substance use disorder might start with 3 to 7 days in a medically managed withdrawal program, followed by a 1- to 3-month period of intensive alcohol & drug rehab in a residential treatment program, followed by continuing care for long-term sobriety.

Someone with a dual diagnosis must treat both conditions. You need to stop using alcohol or drugs for the dual diagnosis treatment to be effective. Treatments may include behavioral therapies and medications. Also, support groups can give you emotional and social support.

Are Detox Facilities Safe?

Drug detoxification and medically managed withdrawal can be a safe and effective way to begin your recovery from substance abuse issues. Residential addiction treatment often includes a medical detox as the initial process. Residential rehab is a substance abuse treatment program that usually lasts 30, 60, 90 days, and sometimes longer. With residential treatment, you reside at the treatment facility 24/7, eating, sleeping, and attending various treatment therapies and meetings until you complete the program.

Usually, you will spend about 30 hours or more per week participating in activities related to your recovery plan. Your access to people outside the treatment facility is limited, with your phone and other personal electronics removed. Although visitation is usually allowed, it is typically limited in terms of who can visit and when. Residential rehab will remove you from possible triggers, provide continuous care, and create a safe, supportive environment.

It’s not uncommon for people who struggle with addictions to relapse after completing treatment, which doesn’t mean treatment failed. Instead, a relapse signifies that additional and a different treatment is necessary. Understanding relapse, triggers, and treatment are essential steps toward relapse prevention and long-term sobriety. Call one of the We Level Up addiction specialists today to learn more.

Touring Our Facilities

See why we are the right choice for your care and long-term recovery. Take a tour of our inpatient residential treatment centers and detox center programs. Your journey to sobriety can start here.

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The We Level Up treatment center network offers nationwide facilities to choose from. Connect with one of our dual diagnosis We Level Up treatment specialists.

First-Class Facilities & Amenities

We Level Up detox centers employ truly attentive staff that care for our client’s recovery success. Your trained team members work around the clock to ensure client safety, comfort, participation, and connection to your peer community and treatment therapists. You’ll be cared for by medical doctors, nurses, therapists, and techs. Each trained specialist is dedicated to your recovery success. We employ continuous management and staff training to enhance the patient experience, driving improved client satisfaction and recovery success.

Integrated Detox Rehab plus Mental Health Programs

• Fully Licensed & Accredited
• Most Insurance Accepted
• Confidential & Private
• Long-Term Residential Inpatient Rehab
• Free & no obligation consultations with 24/7/365 Help Line

Most Common Detox Programs

Everyone’s detox needs are different. The drug detox process helps addicted people get personalized treatment. In most cases, the process involves three steps:

• Evaluation: The medical detox center team screens incoming clients for physical and mental health issues. Doctors use blood tests to measure the number of drugs in the client’s system. This helps determine the level of medications needed. A comprehensive review of the drug and alcohol, medical, and psychiatric histories is also reviewed. This information sets up the basis for the client’s long-term treatment plan.

• Stabilization: The next step is stabilizing the client with medical and psychological therapy. The goal of stabilization is to prevent harm to the client. Doctors can prescribe addiction treatment medications to avoid complications and reduce withdrawal symptoms.

• Preparing Entry Into Treatment: The final step of detox in preparation for a treatment program. Doctors familiarize their clients with the treatment process and what to expect. Inpatient rehab offers the best chances of success after detox.

Detox from Alcohol

Withdrawal from alcohol is an essential first step to overcoming your alcohol-related problems. However, withdrawal isn’t an effective treatment by itself. You’ll need further treatment and support to help you in the long term. 

There are two significant signs of alcohol addiction: tolerance and withdrawal.  Alcohol addiction is a dangerous condition because it can ultimately become life-threatening.  Alcohol detox allows the body to eliminate all alcohol in the body and return to its usual functioning.  An individual struggling with a moderate to severe alcohol use disorder (alcohol addiction) has a significant likelihood of developing withdrawal symptoms and could benefit from the help of a detox center program.

The longer and heavier the drinking, the more prolonged and more severe detox will be.  For this reason, going through the process sooner than later, and getting help, is critical to recovery.

Detox Drugs

Detox is more difficult for some people depending on the drugs they use. Depending on the drug, withdrawal symptoms may be more physical or mental. Cocaine withdrawal, for instance, is psychological. Detox involves managing initial cravings and anxiety. But alcohol withdrawal includes physical symptoms that can cause seizures or death in some cases. Detox often includes medications that mimic the effects of drugs to reduce withdrawal symptoms. Medications may also target co-occurring disorders or general discomfort. Drugs most dangerous to detox from and often require a prescription include alcohol and benzodiazepines. The drugs that are considered the most uncomfortable to detox from are opioids, especially heroin.

Addiction Treatment Programs

As a Joint Commission Accredited facility, We Level Up addiction treatment center strives to provide the best service, starting with our admissions process. Our compassionate admission team will be with you every step of the way. The We Level Up rehab center network can help you find what’s best for your needs. Our admissions navigators will answer your questions about detox center treatment, payment options, and more. It’s easier than ever before! Simply call us 24/7 for no hassle or stress-free consultation.

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