Opiate Rehab Center in Palm Bay

Aftercare in Palm Bay

An addiction to illicit drugs and prescription medication can ruin your life on many fronts. Recovering from addiction isn’t easy and it requires dedication and commitment to recovery in order to reach sobriety. Our inpatient treatment center in Plant City, Florida can help you recover from your addiction once and for all. Once treatment is complete, we can set you up with aftercare in Palm Bay.  

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Addiction Treatment Begins with Detox

Addiction and dependence aren’t the same things. Addiction is characterized by compulsive drug use despite negative consequences. Dependence is characterized by withdrawal symptoms that set in when you stop using.

Treating physical dependence is the first step in the addiction treatment process. Medical detox and medication-assisted treatment are two options for addressing dependence. Once this is complete, individuals will move on to the second phase of treatment.

Medical Detox

During medical detox, medications are administered as needed to reduce the intensity of withdrawal symptoms and shorten the time it takes to detox. Medical detox for opiates may require an inpatient stay, which is available at WhiteSands Treatment located in Plant City. Medical detox may last anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the severity of your addiction. Medical detox should always be followed by addiction treatment, which addresses the complex psychological aspects of the addiction.

Medication-Assisted Treatment

Medication-assisted treatment, or MAT, is the gold standard for treating opiate addiction. This treatment option involves taking medications that block cravings, help stabilize brain function, and block the effects of opiates if you take them while in recovery. Two of the medications used with MAT, Methadone and Buprenorphine, can be taken right away to prevent the onset of withdrawal altogether while restoring brain function so that you can focus on recovering from the addiction. A third medication, Naltrexone, can only be taken once all traces of opiates are out of your system.

Medication is only one component of MAT. The other component is counseling, which is the foundation of successful addiction treatment.

Inpatient vs. Outpatient Opiate Rehab Center

Not everyone is a good candidate for outpatient treatment. In order for outpatient treatment to be successful, you must:

• Have a strong intrinsic motivation to recover.
• Have a safe and stable place to live.
• Be in good general physical and mental health aside from the addiction.
• Have strong support at home and in the community.

If these apply to you, we can set you up with aftercare in Palm Bay that can help you rebound from your struggle with drugs and alcohol. WhiteSands Treatment Center has a top-rated inpatient treatment program located in Plant City, Florida that can help you develop the skills and strategies you need to end your addiction once and for all.

Inpatient treatment is essential for those who have:

• Little motivation to recover.
• An unsafe or unstable living environment.
• A co-occurring mental illness, like anxiety or depression.
• Little support at home or in the community.

Once patients have successfully completed their inpatient treatment program, we can arrange aftercare in Palm Bay.

How Treatment Works

Treatment should be a holistic endeavor that addresses issues of body, mind, and spirit for whole-person healing. A holistic program involves a variety of traditional and complementary therapies that are chosen for you based on your unique needs and issues. Through these therapies, you will:

• Address the underlying causes of your addiction, which may include chronic stress, a history of trauma, or a co-occurring mental illness.
• Develop the skills you need to cope with negative emotions, stress, cravings, and other triggers.
• Identify and change harmful thought and behavior patterns that keep you mired in addiction.
• Learn to have fun and relax without opiates.
• Find purpose and meaning in an opiate-free life.
• Develop a healthy, productive lifestyle that promotes successful long-term recovery.

Treatment can also help you restore all areas of your life, from repairing a relationship and financial problems to addressing legal and health issues. Treatment helps you reclaim your life and sense of wellbeing for greater health and happiness for the long-haul. Call now to learn how we can set you up with aftercare in Palm Bay.

 

If you or a loved one needs help with abuse and/or treatment, please call the WhiteSands Treatment at (877) 855-3470. Our addiction specialists can assess your recovery needs and help you get the addiction treatment that provides the best chance for your long-term recovery.