Various factors in recent years have led to widespread misuse of prescription medications across the country, especially opioid painkillers. Opioid abuse is now a public health emergency, making Plantation drug rehab more necessary than ever.1
What’s possibly more troubling is that if left untreated, abuse of prescription painkillers can lead to heroin abuse. In 2016, 4 out of 5 new heroin users had previously abused opioid painkillers, such as Vicodin or Percocet.2 That same year, 180 people died from heroin-related causes in Broward County.2
If you or someone you love began taking opioids for pain and became addicted, know that there are alternative forms of pain management that can be paired with non-narcotic pain medication, such as: 3
Before selecting a treatment program, it can be helpful to speak to your doctor. They will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of your substance abuse patterns, mental health, physical health, and more. They will use this information to refer you to a level of treatment that is most appropriate for you and your situation.
There are a variety of Plantation drug rehab centers that can help you get clean and sober. Remember that each center is different, so if you don’t find a Plantation rehab facility that works for you, search our directory for others within Broward County, elsewhere in Florida, or in other states.
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Great program, great staff Love my therapist Stephanie Case manager Stephen Favorite techs Taylor & Shema
Leah my case manager was amazing. She asked a lot of open ended questions to really get a feel for what kind of assistance I need for when I leave here and now I have everything set up that I need. She made an appointment for me and even when she was busy she made time to talk to me and let me know that she cared. Demetrius is very charismatic and passionate in his groups. He told personal stories and by the end of the story we were all crying. For him to share something so personal I felt like I could trust him because he's been through it and he understands. It meant a lot me. I was able to open up about what I'm going through in groups and I learned about my care taker roles, that I need to set boundaries. I had a real break through in Christina's group, she gave me tools and it was a huge break through.
Many aspects of the facility were great, but I was displeased with their 12-step program.
The addict may feel guilt and shame over his or her addiction - and tragically, this prevents many addicts from seeking treatment. Understand that while there are differences between addiction and chronic diseases such as diabetes or cancer, science has recognized a strong genetic component to addiction. On top of this, it is important to understand that drugs and alcohol create physiological changes in the body that include:
At this point, it can be nearly impossible to overcome an addiction without professional treatment.
When The 12 Steps Are Not EnoughAlcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous are excellent programs that have enabled many addicts to turn their lives around. However, these programs are only effective in a portion of cases. For others, professional treatment at a qualified center is the best road to recovery.
This said, it should be noted that neurological science has made great advances in recent years in determining how the brain is affected by substance abuse. This has led to new treatments and medications that give addicts much better chances to overcome their problem than they had even 10 years ago.
Locate Rehab Services in PlantationAddiction is real and can happen to anyone. The good news is that there is help available for Plantation addicts. You can call us toll-free anytime to speak to one of our counselors who will assist you in getting the treatment you need.