Drug & Alcohol Addiction: What Is It?
If you have never struggled with a drug and alcohol addiction in Orange County, it may be difficult for you to understand the premise of addiction. Many people mistakenly think addiction is a choice a person makes. That individual chooses to pick up a drink or purchase their drug of choice. However, the reality is that addiction is something that is a disease that requires a tremendous amount of help and care. When you decide to commit to addiction treatment, you will have the opportunity to get yourself to a healthier and happier place in your life which is the ultimate goal of any individual.
Identifying Drug or Alcohol Addiction in Yourself or a Loved One
Do you suspect that you or a loved one may be struggling with drug or alcohol addiction in Orange County? If the answer is yes, then you or your loved one must get the help and care needed to address this potentially fatal condition. Here are just a few signs and symptoms that a person may be struggling with some form of addiction:
Anti-social behavior
Anti-social behavior can happen for several reasons when a person is struggling with active addiction. For example, people may become anti-social because they are trying to hide their addiction from their friends or loved ones. Also, people may become anti-social simply because they don’t want to disappoint those around them.
Health issues
Unfortunately, one of the consequences of addiction is that a person may develop serious emotional or physical health issues. If you notice that you or your loved ones are experiencing a range of psychological or physical health issues resulting from substance use, it may be time to speak with them regarding possible addiction issues.
Work-related issues
More often than not, addiction is something that will have a direct impact on your work life. When you’re lost in addiction, it would be impossible for you to be able to perform your work responsibilities to the best of your ability. Therefore, you may find yourself in a position where you may lose your job or completely lose your job altogether.
Treatment Options for a Person Struggling With Drug or Alcohol Addiction
Treatment at our facility is something that is personalized to suit your needs. At Muse, we believe that individualized treatment is truly the only way that you will be able to overcome your substance abuse once and for all. Here are just a few of the treatment options that we offer at Muse Treatment Center:
Detox
Depending on the level and severity of your substance abuse, there is a chance that you will need to begin your recovery in a detox program. A detox program is something that will help you during your initial days of sobriety. During this time, you may experience withdrawal symptoms which would make it challenging to properly care for yourself. Depending on the types of withdrawal symptoms you experience, there is a chance that these symptoms could be potentially fatal. You should never opt to go through the withdrawal process unless you are under the care of an addiction treatment specialist. On average, a detox program will last approximately seven days after which time you can transition into a comprehensive treatment program.
Inpatient treatment
An inpatient treatment program provides you with the environment that you need to be able to heal. Inpatient or residential treatment allows you to live on our beautiful campus throughout the time that you’re working through recovery. You will have around-the-clock access to our addiction treatment team and also be able to interact with other individuals who are working through their own treatment program. This connection can provide you with support from other individuals, which can help you develop a group of people you can turn to when it comes to your recovery going forward.
Outpatient treatment
Outpatient treatment options are for addiction recovery if you need a more flexible treatment option or if you simply don’t feel comfortable with the premise of inpatient treatment. An outpatient treatment program such as partial hospitalization or an intensive outpatient program will give you the flexibility that you need to work or go to school as needed. Our team will work closely with you to ensure that you have the support you need to successfully complete your treatment program while still seeing to your responsibilities.
Regardless of whether you opt to work through an inpatient or an outpatient program, you will be able to choose whether you want to work through a program that lasts anywhere between 30 and 90 days. Remember that you can start your recovery program in a 30-day program and extend it at any point in your treatment.
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Understanding the Root Cause of Addiction
The key to overcoming your alcohol addiction or drug addiction is to determine the root cause of your addiction. The genesis of addiction for each person is different. For example, there is a possibility that a person’s addiction may have been triggered as a result of something that happened in their childhood whereas there are many people who are triggered toward addiction as a result of a traumatic event that happened in their adult years.
The main way that you will work through the root cause of your addiction is by participating in different forms of addiction therapy. The word “therapy” is something that is scary for many people, however, talking through the different traumas that you may have experienced in your life that led to your substance abuse is something that will help you to work through your addiction once and for all. Some of the forms of therapy that you will participate in during the time that you’re at Muse Treatment include:
- One-on-one therapy
- Behavioral therapy
- Group therapy
- Family therapy
We also offer a range of activities that you can engage in throughout your day which will also help to aid your recovery and help you to learn more about yourself now that you are sober.
Overcome Your Drug and Alcohol Addiction
When you’re ready to address your drug and alcohol addiction in Orange County, our treatment team will be there for you and with you every step of the way. We understand the tremendous toll that addiction can take on every person, which is why we always go the extra mile to ensure that you have the support and resources you need throughout your time at our treatment facility. If you or your family members have any questions or concerns regarding what you can expect during the time that you’re working through treatment or if you’re ready to begin your treatment program today, we encourage you to get in touch with us by calling (800) 426-1818 today. Our intake team is available day and night to help you begin your recovery journey. Don’t spend another day lost in addiction. We look forward to hearing from you.
