The traditional Drug and Alcohol Rehab center today treats the client’s addiction by focusing solely on the physical aspects and relying on therapies such as the conventional 12-Step Program.  Unfortunately, the majority of the individuals who leave these traditional drug alcohol rehab centers wind up relapsing and become addicted to alcohol or drugs again.  We have realized for many years that for drug and alcohol addiction to be treated successfully, it is necessary to understand the psychology behind the addiction.

Typically, drug and alcohol addiction stems from the onset of depression in most individuals.  Additionally, it is twice as likely to occur with women than it does with men.  It is important to recognize the warning signs that indicate the existence of depression.  These “red flags” are both emotional and physical in nature.

The emotional warning signs include:

• Thoughts that indicate suicidal tendencies
• Lack of  motivation
• Inability to focus and/or make critical decisions
• Guilty feelings and continual worrying
• Feelings of unimportance and worthlessness
• Crying fits (i.e. hysterical outbreaks) occurring for no particular reason

The more common physical symptoms include:

• Unexplainable physical aches and pain
• Loss of appetite leading to significant weight loss
• Insomnia, restlessness, and poor sleeping habits
• Increased frequency of migraines or severe headaches
• Constant fatigue and/or poor sleeping habits
• Abnormally low energy and stamina levels

If you feel that you or someone close to you has a problem involving drug and alcohol abuse, you should contact our Drug and Alcohol Rehab center to seek help for the problem.  Contact our facility if any of the following aspects are true:

• abusing or overdosing on any prescription medications
• feeling anxious or depressed on a regular basis
• needing of detoxification
• becoming a threat to yourself and those around you
• denying or refusing to admit  that a problem exists
• exhibiting erratic mood swings or unpredictable behavior
• feeling like your life is hopeless or that you are worthless
• inflicting emotional damage on your family members, friends, or loved ones
• having psychological problems in addition to your alcohol and drug abuse
• having entered drug and alcohol programs in the past but continuing to relapse after returning to society
• knowing close friends, family members, fellow employees, or loved ones who have expressed concern over your drug and alcohol use, as well as your emotional, mental, or physical state
• making promises to family members, friends, and loved ones to stop drinking and abusing substances but continuing to do so

Just remember that our caring and skilled staff members are always here to help you or answer any questions you may have regarding our Drug and Alcohol Rehab facility.