Drug Rehabilitation Program Augusta

Fear and apprehension are oftentimes the biggest barriers to rehabilitation, which can be a long and challenging endeavor that will almost always require supervised professional assistance. Getting the proper support and guidance, you can overcome your substance abuse problem.

At Drug Rehabilitation Center Augusta we provide a full spectrum of substance abuse treatment services for people that arrive at our facility suffering with addiction. Most people that get addicted to substances like vicodin, percocet, lortab, heroin, meth and other substances that bring about abuse and addiction are typically at a loss of how to recover by themselves without help. We have provided help to countless struggling addicts to overcome their addiction by means of our extensive treatment methods.

Detoxification

The first step of our program is our detoxification regimen. After a person has abused an addictive substance regularly for a period of time a physical dependence occurs and takes over. When dependence or addiction has developed it may be not medically safe to abruptly quit without professional help from a medical detox procedure. Habit-forming substances such as alcohol, valium, heroin, meth, crack, demerol, fentanyl and many others cause a wide variety of withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, agitation, insomnia, muscle aches, sweating, vomiting, abdominal cramping, diarrhea, nausea and more.

At Drug Rehab Center Augusta we offer the needed medical assistance to make our clients as comfortable as possible through the detoxification period. We provide 24 hour around the clock care throughout this crucial first step in the treatment process. Our clients typically say that they feel a great sense of accomplishment once they have completed our detox process.

A vital step in overcoming addiction is to acknowledge that you have a problem. An individual who refuses to accept they are addicted cannot take strides to fix the problem they deny they have. For many people, when it comes to taking a honest look into their addiction problem, along with that requires also to try to figure out why and how they got addicted in the first place. Addiction typically occurs when someone starts taking the drug or alcohol to relieve physical and/or emotional pain in order to minimize negative feelings and emotions. If a person doesn't recognize the underlying issues connected to their addiction and does not reach out for help, it will typically be harder for them to fully recover from their addiction.

Acknowledging that you have a problem is a very important first step of recovery from drug addiction or alcoholism. In addition you must also have the desire to do what is needed to change your life. Taking inventory of the reasons for making a change keep you focused and motivated on rehabilitation. Many people find it helpful to write down why they want to put an end to their addiction. Reasons might be, for example, wanting to be a better mother/father, experience more joy in life, to feel more accomplished and successful, repair relationships with family and friends, to improve your health, or to simply repair the damage that addiction causes.

Do not just focus on the circumstances and problems as a result of your substance abuse, because focusing too much on the negative consequences of the past can make you feel depressed and hopeless. Rather, focus on your new addiction-free life and recovery. Think about the great things that are sure to happen when you have conquered your addiction. At Drug Rehab Center Augusta we will guide you to embrace your prospects for a new, brighter future. A new life fulfilling long lost dreams and goals in your newly created drug-free life. You will be healthier, have more energy, have greater success financially, have stable relationships, be more productive at work, and have time to have fun and explore new hobbies. Setting aside time to list out these goals can keep you motivated throughout the rehab process.

Long Term Rehabilitation Plan

At Drug Rehab Center Augusta we know that the most important factor in determining success is whether the individual has completely overcome their addiction. Success can only be measured by the patient's belief in their ability to stay drug free. Short term rehab programs typically fall short of this goal.

We feel that it is critical not to be under time restraints while in rehab. The time that you spend in treatment can offer a lifetime of sobriety, it is completely worth the investment of whatever time that it requires. We find the underlying issues that may be at the root of the addiction. We will help you to fix the damages that you have caused in your life so that you are not filled with regret. You will learn life skills, coping skills and relapse prevention methods so that you are not only sober when you leave, but know how to stay clean and sober for a lifetime. We know that you want a better life and we are here to provide you a way to achieve it.

Relapse Prevention

The only person who can change you is you. At Drug Treatment Program Augusta it is extremely helpful to be immersed in a strong support network to help you succeed. Therefore, hold onto the relationships in your life that are supportive and positive. Conversely, be cautious about retaining the unsupported and negative relationships in your life, such as past friends that continue to use drugs, or relationships with people that make you feel inadequate.

Detox is only the initial phase in a long process of recovery at Drug Rehabilitation Program Augusta; But will also help you to recognize the the things that trigger your addiction. Stress, anxiety, inhibitions, deficiencies in confidence etc. are all potential triggers for addiction. Practicing healthy relapse prevention concepts and skills will help you to push away and disregard the cravings and urges to use drugs. Our facility activities include exercise, nutrition, drug education, cognitive education therapy, life skills, coping skills, trigger and relapse prevention training.

If you have come to realize that now is time to make a change contact us at Drug Treatment Program Augusta and we will help you to make that change. Call (706) 298-8936