Have you started to feel increasingly uncomfortable with how ill drugs and alcohol have made you feel?
When you reach the point where you can admit that the addiction exists, what comes with it are all the acknowledgements of what the addiction is doing.
Substances are full of toxins and as such, with regular and continual use, they begin to destroy the organs and bodily systems. It’s only natural then, that people begin to experience very real and serious physical and mental consequences.
People who have used alcohol and drugs for years often suffer from chronic illnesses of the lungs, liver, stomach, pancreas, the list goes on. Addiction causes diseases like cancer and dementia.
With the effect that substances have on emotional regulation, depression and anxiety are extremely common.
In Dereham, there are many drug and alcohol rehab services. To learn what would suit your needs most, contact OK Rehab on 0800 326 5559.
Where does addiction come from and how did this happen to you?
It’s likely you will have some idea of some of the factors that led up to your addiction beginning. What you might not know, however, is how there are a series of factors that are very commonly seen in people who have addictions.
Addiction is more likely to occur when one or more of the following conditions exists:
- Growing up around people who have addictions.
- Having a genetic predisposition to developing an addiction.
- The experience of trauma
- Low self-esteem.
- Spending time with others who use alcohol and drugs.
- Having a mental health issue.
When you consider how all these conditions work, it’s understandable that some people end up hooked on psychoactive substances. Many do so because they feel it makes them experience life in an easier way.
Sometimes, people use substances to dull pain or to avoid thinking about certain things. Where this happens, it’s important to really think about the benefits that psychotherapies will offer you.
Your mental headspace and approach to recovery
Going to rehab isn’t easy. For many, it will be the hardest challenge of their life. When thinking about this, you have to keep a few things in mind about your approach.
You need to, firstly, accept it’s probably going to be hard quitting the substances. It will come with emotional ups and downs. It’s likely that you might feel very unwell at times while your body readjusts.
Find your goals and reasons for wanting to quit. This can become your focus. It can be useful to write these down and repeat these to yourself, aloud, and often.
It might feel strange at first, but you’re helping to replace negative thoughts with positive ones. Also, remember, in order to quit, you need to be willing to do whatever it takes to get you there.
Learn a little bit about what treatments you’ll have. This makes entering rehab less of a worry as you’ll know what to expect. When you have an idea of what’s on the cards, you feel more prepared and ready and willing to participate.
Talk to people who you trust and who support your decision to go to rehab. One of the most influential aspects of people’s recovery is their access to a social support network.
Having positive people who care about your health and well-being makes a huge difference in you staying focused and finding the strength to keep on.
Call us now to have a chat about your future on 0800 326 5559.
Safe drug withdrawal at rehab
Many people worry about how they’ll find rehab when the first cravings hit. This is understandable, especially if you’ve been drinking alcohol or taking drugs for many years.
On entering rehab, you immediately begin the detox process because you aren’t able to bring any substances in with you. Along with not being able to take substances, you’re supported with a nutritious diet plan that will fit around your appetite which is likely to increase and decrease unexpectedly.
There is a team of clinical staff available who will ensure your health and safety is a top priority. Where necessary, people will be provided with medications to help ease any distressing symptoms linked to withdrawal. Detox is mainly a time for rest, emotional support, and gentle activity.
What treatments are there at rehab clinics in and around Dereham?
Rehab clinics in the Dereham area have supported people in your situation for many years. There are specialists that use the most effective methods to address the causes and triggers of your addiction.
It’s essential that for you to have a sustainable long-lasting recovery, you undergo psychological treatments. Psychotherapies unpick the reasons that underpin your drug and alcohol use, they also equip you to reframe the way you think about substances.
With support from therapists, you begin to understand yourself and are able to create deep and long-lasting changes in your life.
There are also alternative methods of healing, which offer seriously effective ways for people to feel calm and well. At rehab clinics, you’re supported to explore new activities that enable you to explore your thoughts and feelings in a new way.
These include yoga, reiki, mindfulness, and music and art therapy. For the animal lovers, there is even equine therapy.
It’s really important that you connect to others who understand what you’re going through. 12 Step structured groups offer you a safe space of sharing and self-reflection. Many people gain a different type of strength from these through connecting to mentors.
Contact OK Rehab Today
The OK Rehab team offers a range of services that you can benefit from. The majority are free and you’re under no commitment. We know that at times like this, you need an easy and relaxed ride.
Services we offer include:
- Information and advice on rehabilitation services in the Dereham area as well as other parts of the UK.
- Emotional support.
- A free pre-assessment to ascertain your treatment needs.
- Finding you a placement at a private rehab clinic and handling your referral.
- Support up to your admission date.
- Advice and guidance to your loved ones.
Call us now to have a chat about your future on 0800 326 5559.
