Drug Rehab Center in Arizona

Individuals who grew up with parents who struggle with addiction are more likely to have problems with addiction themselves. However, this is due to environmental and genetic factors combined. A 2021 study¹ found that genetics have somewhere between a 40% and 60% influence on the development of a substance use disorder. However, just because a parent has a substance use disorder doesn’t mean you will develop one. No person is destined to addiction because their parent struggled with it.

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[1] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8477224/

Physical signs of substance abuse may include bloodshot eyes, pupils larger or smaller than usual, changes in appetite or sleep, runny nose, sudden weight loss or weight gain, tremors, slurred speech, or otherwise impaired coordination, a general deterioration of the physical appearance or lack of grooming habits, or unusual odors. Beyond the physical signs of substance abuse, you may also notice behavioral or psychological warning signs. Changes or difficulties in relationships, school, employment, etc., are usually the first warning signs. Someone may begin to experience legal problems or start to neglect responsibilities. Their life may revolve around substance use – the next drink, the next hit, etc. Unexplained changes in personality or attitude, appearing tired more often (or “spaced out”), and other sudden shifts in mood or temperament may also indicate a substance use disorder.

There is no “cure” for drug addiction. However, several evidence-based therapies or treatments help people with substance use disorders achieve lasting recovery. Treatment programs for drug addiction typically include individual, group, or family therapy sessions – or a combination of the three. In addition to regular therapy sessions, there are various levels of care and different settings for addiction treatment.

Detox is the first step of treatment for someone who needs help managing the symptoms of withdrawal. Following detox, an residential or residential treatment program begins helping the patient to understand the reasons they turned to drugs or alcohol in the first place. They also learn new coping strategies and skills to resist the urge to use or drink following treatment. Outpatient addiction treatment is an excellent choice following residential treatment. Intensive outpatient programs or Partial Hospitalization Programs are also excellent choices for some individuals. If you are unsure which level of care is most appropriate for you, contact the admissions team at Wolf Creek Recovery for a confidential assessment.

There are several options and levels of care for addiction treatment. Medically supervised detox is the first step for some people who need help safely managing withdrawal symptoms. Detox alone is typically not enough treatment for someone to achieve lasting recovery. After detox, a residential treatment program is a good choice for many people who need the structure and support offered by 24/7 care. Some patients will be stable enough after detox to choose a partial hospitalization program or an intensive outpatient program. During these two options, patients spend part of their day, most days of the week, attending a treatment program but will be able to go home or to another sober living location in the evening. Lastly, outpatient care is available for those who are further in their recovery but still need consistent treatment and therapy. Most people find successful recovery in a combination of these levels of care.

An intervention involves family members and friends confronting someone with a substance use disorder about how their drinking or using drugs affects everyone around them. Many families turn to a professional interventionist to help motivate their loved ones to seek help for drug and alcohol addiction or other addictive behaviors, including gambling. It’s highly recommended that you not attempt to hold an intervention with a certified professional, as the person that the intervention is for will likely try several different ways of avoiding getting help. A professional interventionist is educated and trained in holding interventions and can help prevent loved ones from enabling the person with an addiction. They know how to help you prepare correctly and will also help during the intervention. Often, the interventionist is in recovery and will be able to connect with the person needing help on a different level.

Usually, a drug rehab program lasts at least 30 days, though many programs are available for more prolonged treatment, including 60 days, 90 days, and even longer. Professionals recommend that someone work in a drug rehab program for as long as possible, whether in an residential treatment center, a partial hospitalization program, an intensive outpatient program, or outpatient care. Many patients begin with a medically supervised detox, followed by 30, 60, or 90 days of residential care, and then continue treatment in an outpatient setting. If you are unsure whether you need detox prior to treatment, reach out to our admissions team for a confidential assessment. If detox is recommended, we will refer you to a reputable licensed detox partner.

Many treatment programs include family therapy sessions during addiction treatment. Wolf Creek Recovery works with families to provide an opportunity to focus on family relationships and how they have been affected by the person with a substance use disorder. Addiction is not an individual disease – it affects the entire family dynamic. We host weekly family sessions where a therapist will work with the family and the patient to restore the balance that has been upended by the addiction and dysfunction and stop the cycle of addiction within the family. The therapist will also help educate the family members on substance use and mental health disorders and improve the communication between family members. Most importantly, they will work to rebuild trust and identify and set healthy boundaries for every family member.

Yes, there are differences in treatment for men vs. women. Gender-specific addiction treatment offers customized treatment to meet the different needs of men and women. Gender-specific care also allows for the separation of men and women during therapies, allowing for greater openness during sessions. Men and women often face different obstacles to seeking treatment and have various underlying reasons behind addiction. Therefore, gender-specific care is becoming the standard for addiction treatment. Many treatment centers also offer LGBTGIA+ treatment programs.