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Addictions

What is Addiction?

Addiction is a long-lasting and chronic disease, affecting the functions of both the body and the brain. While addiction has many negative consequences for physical health, it can also impact the family and relationships of the addicted person. It also has a negative impact on schools, workplaces, and neighborhoods with a presence of addiction. Symptoms which indicate an addiction can include:

  • Loss of control in ability to stop using
  • Continuing to use even given painful consequences
  • Using takes priority over most or all other aspects of life
  • Attempting to quit without success
  • Building a tolerance for the substance
  • Suffering withdrawal symptoms in absence of the substance

It is entirely possible for addiction to be treated, managed, and prevented with the assistance of healthcare professionals and the support of close family and friends.

What is Addiction Therapy?

Alcohol and drug addiction therapy can describe a wide range of interventions that treat substance use disorder or address a pattern of drug or substance abuse. Some therapy options address addiction directly and provide coping mechanisms to help one deal with cravings and triggers without relapsing.

In many cases, these therapies are centered on helping you form relapse prevention strategies with which you can safeguard your sobriety.

What is the Process of Rehabilitation?

The process may differ, as programs are customised based on what the patient needs as well as the severity of the addiction or mental illness. However, the goal of rehabilitation is always to ensure the individual’s well-being and thriving. Most treatment programs include:

  • Evaluation
  • Detox or the clearing of alcohol and other drugs out of the client’s system
  • Psychological treatments
  • Educational and personal development sessions
  • Supportive services

When one transitions into outpatient therapy, they may still have one-on-one or group therapy sessions, and for some patients, these may last for the rest of their lives.

Detox

Every one of our drug treatments starts with a medically supervised detox. No matter the drug addiction that people want to overcome, detox is always the first step. While some rehab centers make people seek detox support at other facilities, Chrysalis Center Rehab offers in-house medical detox services.

Studies show that detox is an important step in any rehab experience. It allows people to clear from their bodies all of the toxins that drugs leave behind. During this process, our staff keeps a close eye on our clients to ensure that they remain comfortable and healthy.

The goal of any detox program is to build a strong foundation for drug rehab.

Great Outpatient Detox and Rehab

Sometimes residential inpatient treatment simply isn’t feasible. When you need treatment to work around your schedule, Chrysalis has an alternative: Outpatient Rehab. Outpatient treatments allow you to receive care at our facility during the day and return home to your family and other responsibilities in the evenings. It’s also more financially sustainable.

The three outpatient programs we offer are:

  • Outpatient detox: Detoxing from most substances must be done under the guidance of a medical professional. Our Outpatient detox gives you assistance from our psychiatric nurse practitioner, who can prescribe medications to get you through the worst symptoms of withdrawal. During the day, you’ll come to our facility, meet with our detox team, and possibly attend some therapy sessions. Then, you’ll return home at night to detox in your own bed.
  • Partial hospitalization program (PHP): The partial hospitalization program requires a daily commitment on weekdays. Every day, you’ll come into our treatment center and go through individual therapy, group therapy, and other programs like fitness and support groups. This program typically lasts for a couple of weeks.
  • Intensive outpatient program (IOP): In intensive outpatient, you’ll complete similar activities as in PHP, but you only have to come into the facility three or four days a week, and the services last about three hours at a time. You’ll have one-on-ones with our psychiatric nurse practitioner, a substance use counselor, and Master’s level therapists. This program offers afternoon and evening sessions to fit your scheduling requirements.

When you first come to Chrysalis Transformation Center Detox, we’ll evaluate your situation and determine whether you’re a candidate for our outpatient programs. You can enter them right away or use them as transitional support as you leave inpatient rehab. The ideal candidate can maintain sobriety for some time on their own and has a support system at home.

Length of Stay

The National Institute on Drug Abuse in America says: “Research has shown unequivocally that good outcomes are contingent on adequate treatment length. Generally, for residential or outpatient treatment, participation for less than 90 days is of limited effectiveness, and treatment lasting significantly longer is recommended for maintaining positive outcomes.” The research has shown that a stay of 270 days of treatment is the most ideal for profound behavioral changes.

At Chrysalis, we know that a client’s length of stay is a key factor in recovery. We offer a recovery continuum of care to increase the likelihood of achieving long-term recovery. In all levels of care:

  • A customized treatment plan is developed for each and every client and evolves throughout treatment.
  • Progress milestones are gauged by individual goals achieved.
  • Services are received in an intimate, therapeutic, serene, and supportive environment.
  • Enough time is woven into the treatment experience to prepare a thorough and individualized relapse prevention plan.

These critical elements aid the recovery process and increase the chance that gains made in treatment are reinforced and sustained for life-long recovery.

Addictions That We Treat

Chrysalis Transformation Center is proud to offer a wide range of drug addiction treatment programs. Along with rehab, we offer on-site medical detox. Our goal is to ensure that our clients get the help that they need from one place.

  • Crystal Meth Addiction
  • Cocaine Addiction
  • Alcohol Addiction
  • Heroin Addiction
  • Prescription Drug Addiction
  • marijuana

A Final Thought

"When we are no longer able to change our situation, we are forced to change ourselves!"

Addiction Treatment at Chrysalis

Comprehensive care for a path to recovery.

Continuum of Care

CHRYSALIS offers a complete continuum of care, from initial assessments to detox and residential treatment to aftercare support and recovery resources. When you or a loved one enters our care, you will be met by compassionate professionals who understand the cycle of addiction and the toll it takes on individuals and their families.

Relapse Prevention Techniques

Drug addiction is a mental disorder that never goes away. People can learn to manage it, but they can never cure it. Since addiction doesn’t go away, learning about relapse prevention is important. It is crucial for addiction rehab centers to focus on preventing relapse to reduce the risks of overdose and death.

Relapse doesn’t just affect individuals struggling with substance abuse; it can also impact those dealing with trauma, problematic behaviors, eating disorders, or co-occurring mental illnesses. Thus, a focus on relapse prevention is essential for long-term recovery.

What is Relapse Prevention?

Relapse prevention focuses on life after rehab. To prevent relapse, individuals must identify triggers and cognitive behaviors that may lead to substance use. Recognizing these triggers makes it easier to avoid situations that might result in drug use.

For example, stressful situations can trigger a relapse. By understanding personal stressors, individuals can take proactive measures to manage stress effectively.

Stages of Relapse

1. Emotional Relapse

During this stage, individuals may not consciously think about using but their emotions and actions may increase the potential for relapse. Signs include mood swings and isolation.

2. Mental Relapse

This stage involves thoughts about using drugs, creating an internal conflict. Signs include hanging out with old friends who use drugs and fantasizing about past usage.

3. Physical Relapse

The most critical phase, where individuals act on their urges. It’s vital to recognize that relapse can be part of the recovery journey and to seek treatment again promptly.

Techniques for Avoiding Relapse

Preventing relapse involves learning and applying various techniques that can significantly affect sobriety. Engaging in therapy, building a support network, and understanding personal triggers are essential steps in maintaining long-term recovery.