Cocaine Rehab

Cocaine abuse can lead to serious health problems and mental health issues, this is why we are here to help with finding you the cocaine rehab programme to suit your needs

Taking cocaine can have severe health and mental health complications. In the first instance, from the moment you take cocaine, you will experience a sudden rush of adrenalin, causing blood flow to the brain to increase.

This makes you feel increased feeling of confidence and happiness, but these effects soon wear off as you ‘come down’ from the experienced ‘high’ and buzz of energy.

Cocaine is a highly addictive substance; abusing it can lead to further health complications and mental health issues. This is why we are dedicated to helping you find a cocaine rehab programme to suit your needs.

Taking cocaine can have severe health and mental health complications. In the first instance, from the moment you take cocaine, you will experience a sudden rush of adrenalin, causing blood flow to the brain to increase.

This makes you feel increased confidence and happiness, but these effects soon wear off as you ‘come down’ from the experienced ‘high’ and buzz of energy.

 

Why Is Cocaine Addictive?

Cocaine is so addictive because of the feelings of intense excitement and happiness that it gives a user. Some cocaine users report feeling ‘unstoppable’ when they take the drug.

It heightens all senses, meaning a user feels more active and alert. The drug changes dopamine levels in the brain.

Dopamine is a hormone that regulates your sense of happiness and well-being. Over continued use, a person addicted to cocaine becomes used to continually rising dopamine levels.

Dopamine levels drop as the drug wears off, causing intense cravings and the user to take another hit to prolong the effects of happiness. This can lead to a vicious cycle of cocaine addiction, which is difficult to break.

Data released by DrugWise revealed that the number of people starting addiction treatment in 2021 to 2022 with cocaine addiction increased by 11% (from 19,209 to 21,298). This highlights the extent of cocaine addiction in the UK.

If you have abused cocaine to the point where you feel it has taken over your life, it is time to seek treatment.

Drug addiction can happen to anyone, and despite the social stigma, approaches to cocaine addiction treatment are changing for the better. Cocaine abuse is also commonly used alongside other substance addictions, with 15% of people receiving treatment for alcohol addiction also saying they had a problem with cocaine – this is why it is key to seek treatment.

Drug addiction is best treated in residential rehab, and at Action Rehab, we can help you find the right cocaine rehab clinic that suits your needs and budget.

 

Signs and Symptoms of Cocaine Addiction

Cocaine can badly affect your blood pressure levels and limit blood flow to the brain and other areas of the body, meaning that these areas fail to work properly.

The restriction of blood flow to your brain can cause difficulty remembering things, lack concentration or focus, lack of cognitive function and an inability to articulate thoughts.

Some of these symptoms are permanent and can remain with a former cocaine user long after they get clean.

Cocaine symptoms will differ between individuals depending on the amount of cocaine they are consuming and how long they have been using it.

However, there are common behavioural and physical signs you can look out for if you suspect a loved one is suffering from addiction. These include:

• Insomnia
• Restlessness
• Irritability
• Depression
• Loss of appetite
• Nosebleeds
• Mood swings
• Agitation
• Brief state of euphoria
• Meditation
• Irritability
• Social withdrawal

If a large amount of cocaine is ingested and absorbed by the bloodstream, it can cause high blood pressure, resulting in a fast pulse and heart rate that could result in a heart attack or respiratory failure.

Those who abuse cocaine are also at a greater risk of stroke.

If you are worried either, you or a loved one may be displaying signs of cocaine addiction, it is important to get help and guidance from an addiction expert to ensure you get the treatment you need.

 

What To Expect at Rehab for Cocaine Addiction

Cocaine addiction can be successfully treated, and many cocaine addicts recover through inpatient treatment.

As part of your treatment for cocaine addiction, it is common for a patient to undergo a medically supervised detox period where cocaine is successfully removed from the body. You do this by immediately halting consumption.

Within the first 24 hours of doing so, it is normal to feel cocaine withdrawal symptoms and intense cravings as your body has grown used to frequent cocaine use. You may become moody, agitated, angry, confused and even experience suicidal thoughts.

This is normal and part of the rehab process. An addiction specialist will be with you throughout the detoxification process.

Staff at the facility will be highly experienced in helping patients deal with mood swings associated with cocaine detox and any other withdrawal symptoms you may experience.

As cocaine is a psychologically addictive substance, simply undertaking cocaine detoxification will not help your addiction or make the problem disappear.

Your intense cravings for this highly addictive substance and the desire to abuse it will still be strong after detox, which is why rehab addiction therapy is important to prevent relapse.

Many treatments undertaken in cocaine rehab are psychological in nature, with a strong focus on counselling and addressing the mindset of recovering addicts.

Changing how recovering addicts think about cocaine and their previous cocaine dependence is important. This will help them develop coping strategies to deal with their cravings when they are at their strongest.

Common therapies used by many rehab clinics that have proven to be effective include:

• Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
• Group counselling and speech therapy
• Fitness therapy
• Diet and health workshops
• Drug awareness workshops
• Private 1:1 counselling
• Hypnosis
• Dialectical behavioural therapy
• Art therapy
• Meditation
• 12-Step work
• Relapse prevention programmes
• Support groups
• Relapse-prevention aftercare programmes

A crucial part of inpatient treatment is changing how patients feel and think about the substance they were addicted to. Depending on the patient’s mental health, some people recover more quickly in this aspect than others.

Many private rehab clinics assign a personal counsellor or support worker to patients, who they can speak to should they have any questions or concerns.

When in rehab for cocaine addiction, many patients will work with addiction specialists to understand their drug-taking behaviour and identify its causes and triggers to help shape a relapse prevention plan. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is a successful technique in achieving this.

Other mindfulness and holistic therapies, such as meditation and yoga, help patients address their cravings and help keep their minds occupied while undertaking treatment.

We also work with treatment services which provide quality group therapy sessions and local services like cocaine anonymous, which can provide a support network after rehab.

Some drug rehab clinics offer hyperbaric oxygen therapy to repair damaged blood vessels. This depends on the individual case being treated and whether the cocaine addiction is considered severe enough to constitute such a therapy.

Following rehab, many patients follow a 12-month aftercare programme, with a strong focus on support groups and regular counselling meetings. Help for cocaine addiction is available, and treatment programmes can help you lead a healthy life.

 

Treatment Options for Cocaine Addiction

If you are struggling with a cocaine addiction, it is important that you consider all treatment options.

Outpatient Treatment

Local outpatient treatment is available to help you overcome cocaine addiction, and can be a good option if you do not have a severe or long-term addiction to the drug.

Free outpatient treatment such as Narcotics Anonymous or Cocaine Anonymous (CAOK) group sessions can help you overcome cocaine addiction in your local area.

You can find information about the dates and times of local support group meetings on the CAOK website.

Inpatient Rehab Treatment

Residential rehab for cocaine addiction is an intensive and successful form of addiction treatment. Staying in a private rehab centre for recovery enables you to relax, experience leading addiction treatments and have the 24/7 support from recovery workers and medical professionals.

Staying in a cocaine rehab centre also provides you with an escape in a safe environment away from triggers and unhealthy routines at home.

You will receive a range of addiction therapies, support during cocaine withdrawal and aftercare.

 

How Long Does Cocaine Rehab Take?

Counselling and therapy sessions in rehab for cocaine addiction can typically last anywhere from two weeks to a month, depending on the patient’s needs. The longer a client invests in residential rehabilitation, the better the results they can expect to achieve for cocaine addiction.

 

How Much Does Cocaine Rehab Cost?

The cost of cocaine rehab varies depending on factors such as the length of treatment, the rehab facility which is chosen, prescription medications required and any additional needs.

Rehab programmes typically cost around £8000 for a full treatment programme, including 1 year of aftercare once treatment has ended.

The cost of rehab also includes all housekeeping, residential stay, addiction treatments, medications, nutritional meals cooked by an onsite chef, and facilities.

Funding Options for Rehab Treatment

Some of the main options for rehab treatment includes private healthcare insurance and personal funding.

We accept payment from private insurance companies which include rehab treatment in their cover. This can be a great way to fund private rehab.

Using savings for payment is also a common funding option used by our residents. Although inpatient rehab is a more expensive form of treatment, it is an invaluable investment into your wellbeing.

Speak to our admissions team to learn more about funding private rehab treatment or about our admissions process.

 

What Kinds of Treatment Can I Have For Cocaine Addiction?

The following treatments are believed to be effective in treating cocaine addiction:

Speech/talking therapy

• This can be done on a 1:1 basis, in a group with fellow patients at an inpatient rehab centre, or with family and friends. Speech therapy is a great way for patients to experience catharsis and release any difficult feelings or emotions they harbour due to their cocaine addiction.
• This treatment helps patients come to terms with their cocaine addiction while helping them understand why they have become addicted to cocaine. Speech therapy is good for sharing experiences and boosting morale and is well-known to increase success rates in achieving sobriety.

Couples therapy

• If you use cocaine and/or other drugs and live with a partner or spouse who doesn’t, it can be a challenging time for them. Couples therapy is a great way for the patient and their loved one to talk about their feelings and share their experiences on how cocaine addiction has changed their lives.
• Many cocaine rehab programmes offer this service as an opportunity for a spouse or partner to air their views and release stress. It is also seen as a successful way for a patient to become motivated so that they want to succeed in addiction treatment.

Incentives

• Suppose you are undertaking cocaine addiction treatment on an outpatient basis. In that case, your rehab centre may give you positive incentives or rewards, such as vouchers for remaining on track with your addiction treatment and staying clean.

Medication and detox

• In severe cases that require cocaine rehab, sleeping aids or other medications may be administered to help ease the discomfort of cocaine withdrawal symptoms. Antabuse disulfiram may be prescribed if you have a cocaine addiction.

Support groups

• Many people addicted to illicit substances find support groups such as Narcotics Anonymous helpful in fighting their addiction. Such organisations work using the 12-Step principles that Alcoholics Anonymous originally implemented.
• These principles are designed to help addicts change their mindset about their relationship with drugs and harness mindfulness and spirituality to motivate themselves towards a successful recovery.