Drug Rehab

If you or a loved one is suffering from a drug addiction, it can be difficult to know what to do next and where to turn to for help and support.

At Action Rehab, we have helped thousands of people get back on their feet through drug rehabilitation programmes across the UK. We offer a residential drug rehab service for addiction to drugs at Action rehab.

Our treatment programmes are run by addiction experts to ensure a safe environment for our clients. Each programme is bespoke to the individual and our clients are assessed prior to admission to decide which treatment methods are most appropriate to their needs.

Drug addiction treatment

Drug addiction is defined as a chronic behaviour in which the individual seeks to continuously take drugs regardless of the negative impact it has on thier lives. In some cases, drug addiction is around illegal drugs such as cocaine and heroin. However, many individuals so also develop an addition around prescription drugs otherwise know as the opioid crisis.

It is important you seek professional help for any drug addiction before the situation develops into a serious problem.

Addiction therapies

With drug rehab, those who are suffering with drug addictions are able to gain insight and offload their issues with talk therapy sessions.

Group Therapy

Drug rehab programmes facilitate group therapy sessions that advocate sharing your experience with others undergoing treatment. These sessions allow you to offload any issues with the group, and gain insight into coping mechanisms and feel a lot more secure about your current predicament.

1:1 Therapy

As well as group therapy sessions, 1:1 therapy allows those who are suffering from drug addictions to speak with a counsellor in private. These sessions can be a lot more comfortable for the patient and are a lot more personal to the patients needs. These sessions allow both patient and counsellor to address any underlying mental health issues or causes of their addiction.

A typical drug rehab clinic also offers activities that are beneficial to the mind and body of the patient. These include fitness activities, mindfulness activities, bespoke treatment plans and dietary programmes. These activities ensure that each patient is getting what they need to recover mentally and physically.

Many drug rehab facilities adopt an evidence backed holistic approach to treating drug addiction. This approach encourages the philosophy that a healthy body and mind will help an addict to fully recover and prevent relapse. Holistic therapies such as yoga, meditation, Tai Chi, hypnosis and art therapy are typically used as part of treatment.
 

Drug Rehab Treatment: In-Patient or Out-Patient?

You can attend drug rehab for addiction treatment as either an in-patient or out-patient. Some studies have alluded to the fact that there is not much difference between either inpatient or outpatient rehab, however it is important to note that these studies do not include patients who needed inpatient care, and any patients who needed inpatient care either medically or clinically were specifically excluded from the study. What the studies do tell us, is that for those who are not referred to a rehab clinic with a requirement of clinical or medical inpatient care, either option can be successful.

In-patient drug rehab involves residing at the residential drug rehab facility full-time. Here, you’ll be monitored closely with dedicated support staff to motivate and help you succeed in getting clean.

Some people opt for in-patient drug rehab because it removes them from their previous environment that was associated with drugs.

However, for some people a long-term residential stay in drug rehab is not possible to due family and work commitments.

For instance, a place of work may not allow an employee to be on leave to attend drug rehab for up to a month at any one time.

For these people, outpatient drug rehab for drug addiction could be a better option.

In the case of out-patient drug rehab, the patient attends regular detox sessions and follow-up therapy sessions while living at home. This allows the patient to fit their treatment around their living commitments.

Some rehab facilities also offer therapy over the phone if a patient cannot attend their facility due to travel restrictions.

It is, however, important to note that outpatient drug rehab does carry some disadvantages.

On the most basic level, non residential patients won’t benefit from round-the-clock treatment, care and facilities.

In some cases, drug rehab clinics are more like a wellness centre, with spa treatments, beauty and fitness treatments on offer, as well as a private suite.

In addition, an out-patient is not removed from their previous environment, meaning there could be more temptation, and setback or relapse could follow.

The success of out-patient therapy will entirely depend on a patient’s determination to succeed and their willpower not to give in to temptation.

What Should I Consider When Selecting A Drug Rehab Facility?

You should always consider location, facilities and staff training when choosing a drug rehab clinic.

You should always consider location, facilities and staff training when choosing a drug rehab clinic.

You may also want to think about your budget as well, because although there are many luxury facilities on offer, these may not be available to everyone for financial reasons.

You might also want to think about how you’d like to be treated. Looking in to the the types of therapies used and whether out-patient care is offered can help you make your decision.

As a guideline, we always ensure that people who contact us for drug rehab referral are pointed in the direction of rehab clinics that meet CQC (Care Quality Commission) guidelines.

Addiction help with Action Rehab

If you delay your treatment, you may come across further health problems. Get in touch with us at Action Rehab today for help and guidance on drug rehab and to learn about the type of treatment plans available right now.
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