San Mateo, California Drug Rehab Centers

If you are showing symptoms of addiction, including depression, irritability and an inability to stop using drugs or alcohol, or you are experiencing a relapse from past treatment, rehab is essential to moving forward in a healthy way.

In seeking relief from drug or alcohol addiction, identify rehab programs that help you:

• Identify risky behaviors you have exhibited in the past
• Learn why you were willing to take those risks
• Understand what drugs and alcohol do to your body and brain
• Learn to cope socially without the assistance of drugs or alcohol
• Change your lifestyle to reduce exposure to drugs and alcohol

*Why Do Some People Battle Addiction More Than Others?

The science behind addiction is still somewhat mysterious to scientists, although research-based addiction therapies are proven to provide patients with sober lives. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the main risk factors for addiction include:

• Genetics. If an immediate family member is addicted to drugs or alcohol, individual risk factors are increased significantly.
• Environment. Lifestyle and social choices, such as friendships, stressors and the presence of abuse, can affect addiction rates.
• Development. Youth who are using drugs and alcohol run the risk of impacting their still-growing brains, furthering the damage of their risky behaviors.

Seeking the best San Mateo drug treatment center for your particular needs can be intimidating. Your job is to narrow down what you are looking for in a program. Ask yourself the following questions:

• What drug are you addicted to? Is there more than one?
• Do you have private insurance, or will you be seeking government assistance?
• Have you been treated in the past for addiction? How long ago?
• Do you have dependents, and do you have care for them while you are in treatment?

Answers to these questions can narrow down your search for the best facility to meet your needs. By calling our toll-free number, you can discuss your individual circumstances with a professional who is here to help you make this important decision.