Drug Dependence
Do you have a compulsive, physical and psychological need for a drug in order to function? If so, you could have a drug dependence. Drug dependence can occur with prescription drugs, street drugs or alcohol and affects millions of people. Once a person becomes dependent on a drug, he or she will usually experience withdrawal symptoms when they discontinue its use. These withdrawal symptoms can be so severe and uncomfortable that the person will resume using the drug in order to alleviate the symptoms. This is the dangerous cycle of dependence and addiction.
Drug Dependency Recovery
If you believe you have a drug dependency, do not give up hope. You can break the cycle with the right kind of treatment!
The initial step in breaking drug dependence is detox. This is where your body will go through the withdrawal process. In a professional addiction treatment center such as Lakeview Health Systems, you will go through detox in a medically supervised setting, overseen 24 hours a day by physicians, nurses and other specially trained support staff. You will be given medications that can help minimize symptoms and make you more comfortable. At Lakeview, we believe that you have been through enough pain and do not need to experience the pain of withdrawal in order to recover successfully.
Break the Cycle of Drug Dependence
Following detox is rehab, where the real core work begins. By participating in a series of therapies, patients start to identify why they started abusing drugs, and learn new ways to cope with stress and triggers. Therapies and services may include:
- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
- Family therapy
- Nutritional counseling
- Focus groups
- Educational lectures
- 12 step meetings
- Aftercare planning
Lakeview can also provide dual diagnosis treatment for patients who have a co-existing mental health issue such as depression, an eating disorder or an anxiety disorder.
The cycle of drug dependence can stop here. We are a full service alcohol and drug rehab center located in Jacksonville, Florida. Our licensed, accredited and nationally recognized facility has helped thousands of people from throughout the United States overcome their substance abuse and addiction problems. Let us help you too. Call our 24/7 toll-free helpline today at 1-800-708-4156 or complete the "Get Help Now" contact form for confidential help. Caring counselors are waiting to assist you and guide you on the path to long-term recovery.
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