Are you suffering from drug or alcohol dependency in the Scottsdale, Arizona area? Have you been unsuccessful in trying to stop using and take control of your life? If so, it may be time to consider an inpatient detox center.
At Desert Cove Recovery, we provide referrals to professional detox services when they are necessary. Under the care of experienced professionals, patients can start their journey to recovery in a safe and comfortable environment.
Detoxification, often referred to simply as ‘detox,’ refers to the process of ridding the body of the harmful toxins that have built up as a result of drug and/or alcohol use. For many people, especially those who have been addicted to and abusing drugs and alcohol for a long time, detox is the first part of the treatment process.
The detox process usually involves three key stages:
It is important to remember that detox is not considered a treatment for alcohol or drug addiction and abuse but rather is the first part of the treatment process. For a patient to successfully overcome addiction, he or she must learn the necessary skills to beat addiction. These skills are learned through an ongoing treatment program.
When a substance is used for a long time, the body becomes physically dependent on it. Detox is important because it rids the body of the buildup of toxins that a substance leaves behind so that the individual can start to focus on treatment.
Going through detox alone can be dangerous, and many patients cannot successfully complete the detox process on their own. During this phase of the recovery process, withdrawal symptoms set in. These symptoms vary from person to person and are dependent on the type of drug that was being used and the level of the addiction.
While everyone’s experience with detox will be different, some of the most common symptoms of withdrawal include:
In the most extreme cases, the symptoms of withdrawal can be deadly.
Many people often give in and start using the substance they are trying to rid their bodies of to ease withdrawal symptoms. Naturally, this derails recovery and leads patients to continue using drugs or alcohol. Undergoing detox under the care of professionals allows patients to go through the process safely. It also speeds up the recovery process and increases the chances of success.
Inpatient detox led by medical professionals has many benefits, including:
Many people battling with a drug or alcohol addiction can benefit from inpatient detox; however, it is particularly beneficial for those who have a serious addiction. Additionally, those who use specific types of substances will require medically supervised inpatient detox, as the withdrawal symptoms from these substances can have extremely dangerous side effects. These substances include:
Many people who are addicted to drugs or alcohol try to quit ‘cold turkey’ or on their own without medical supervision and intervention. This can be extremely risky and lead to:
Are you ready to overcome your addiction to drugs or alcohol? If so, Desert Cove Recovery is here to help. Our team of professionals is standing by 24/7 to answer your questions about detox in the Scottsdale area and help you get on the path to recovery.
We can recommend comfortable and safe detox centers where you can start your journey to recovery and addiction-free life. Once your detox process is over, you can receive professional outpatient care at Desert Cove Recovery. We offer tailored programs because we truly care about you and your recovery process.
Contact us today to learn more about detox services and how Desert Cove Recovery can help.
