Considering Alcohol Rehab in West Hollywood
Alcohol use disorders are exceedingly common in the United States. According to a study done by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) in 2019, over 14 million people in the U.S. had an alcohol abuse problem. Still, only 7.2% received the treatment they needed, resulting in approximately 95,000 people per year dying due to alcoholism and issues related to alcohol abuse. After tobacco and poor diet coupled with physical inactivity, drinking is the third largest preventable cause of death for the American population.
Medical detox, followed by alcohol rehab, is the best way to stop drinking to excess and avoid a relapse into substance abuse after quitting drinking. It may be challenging to know when it is time to go to alcohol detox, and for many people, the idea of going to rehab may seem intimidating or scary because they do not know what to expect.
Some things to consider when looking at rehab facilities in your area include:
- Whether they offer a medical detox program
- What types of therapies do they offer
- Does their overall philosophy align with your worldview (i.e., a spiritually-based rehab clinic may not be suitable for a person who is not religious)
- The cost of rehab and whether your insurance covers treatment
- Whether you want to get treatment in your city or if you’re going to travel elsewhere for more anonymity and the feeling of a ”fresh start.”
- How you wish to talk to your friends, family, and employers about your treatment and addiction and whether you want to go to family or couples therapy.
What to Expect in Alcohol Rehab
When you arrive for rehab at the addiction treatment clinic, you can breathe a sigh of relief. You have made the most important and most challenging step, and your recovery can now begin. The first thing that will happen is you will be screened for mental health issues, medical problems and interviewed about your addiction and history with drug use, and we will get to know your recovery goals as well. This information will help us create a program that will work best for your unique situation.
The next step is detoxing. Alcohol detox is an intense process, as the withdrawal symptoms can sometimes become severe. There are dangers to your health like seizures, delirium tremens, mental confusion and agitation, anxiety, and alcohol cravings that need to be managed through a combination of medication, medical care, therapy, and counseling.
Once you are through detox, you will move into rehab. Most alcoholic rehab programs begin with at least 30 days in inpatient care, where you will move in for the entire month or more. This process will help you stay from the people and places you used to drink around. It will also provide a healthy and sober, safe environment for you to begin treatments like behavioral therapy, education, learning healthier habits, and other holistic methodologies to help you heal as a whole person.
Once your time in inpatient care is over, you move into outpatient rehab, a spectrum of multiple levels of addiction treatment and care, keeping you close to all support and therapy you need as you return to your everyday life free of substance abuse in West Hollywood, CA.
What Is Alcohol Detox Like?
Alcohol detox is the most demanding physical part of any rehab program because of the uncomfortable or dangerous withdrawal symptoms that happen when your alcohol-dependent body and brain are deprived of alcohol. You may experience physical symptoms like:
- Strong alcohol cravings
- Headaches and body aches
- Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
- Shakiness and hand tremors
- Rapid or irregular heartbeat
- Sweating or clamminess
- Fever
- Seizures
You may also experience psychological symptoms like:
- Insomnia and nightmares
- Anxiety or agitation
- Depression
- Mood swings
- Confusion
- Hallucinations
Dangerous withdrawal symptoms like high fever, seizures, and delirium tremens can become life-threatening, so a medication-assisted treatment (MAT) program is always recommended for alcohol detox. During MAT, you will be prescribed FDA-approved medications, with around-the-clock medical care to keep you physically well. You will also receive therapy and counseling to help you manage the emotional and psychological effects detox can have.
Here’s what you can expect if you detox from alcohol without professional help:
https://musetreatment.com/blog/quitting-alcohol-cold-turkey-what-to-expect/
Types of Alcohol Rehab Programs
There are many types of alcohol rehab programs available. At Muse Treatment Center, we offer levels of substance abuse treatment, including medical detox, inpatient rehab, and outpatient programs like the partial hospitalization program (PHP), intensive outpatient program (IOP), and outpatient program (OP).
Once you have completed your program, you are not on your own. We offer alumni program connections with other rehab “graduates,” providing peer support, support groups, and a sober community for as long as you need it.
A Typical Day in Inpatient Rehab
You will move in full-time when you are in an inpatient residential program at our treatment centers. We provide a safe and sober home-like environment. You will wake up in the morning to a full schedule of alcohol/drug addiction treatment and programming, including therapy, counseling, appointments with the doctor, and many types of process groups. Your specific program will depend on your unique needs. It may involve dual diagnosis treatment for mental illness (generalized anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, etc.), with medications like antipsychotics or antidepressants provided in the treatment facility.
The best ways to get the most out of your treatment are to:
- Participate in group therapy
- Trust your therapists, talk to them, tell them the truth, and do the work they ask you to
- Keep an open mind and try new things
- Figure out what your triggers are, and learn to avoid them
- Try to make personal connections with others in recovery
- Prepare yourself for life after rehab as much as you can
- Create a new daily routine that involves healthy activities like exercise or meditation
- Try to learn new ways to enjoy yourself and occupy your time that do not include drinking
Rehab is not all work, and there is plenty of time for recreation with your fellow patients and relaxation. Rejuvenate your body, mind, and spirit as you gain recovery skills and tools during our residential rehab.
Attending Alcohol Rehab as an Outpatient
At Muse Treatment’s alcohol rehab center, we offer several care options for drug and alcohol customized outpatient rehab and substance abuse treatment. These are all customizable programs that can occur while you live at home full- or part-time. They are created to help you gradually return to your everyday life at your own pace, with plenty of help, support, and a continued connection to medical care, psychological treatments, and peer support. Your support level can increase or decrease as your needs evolve.
What to Pack for Inpatient Alcohol Rehab
You may feel like you are at a loss when you are packing for your stay for 30 to 90 days in inpatient rehab, especially if it is your first time going to rehab. Some essential things to bring to recovery include:
- Approximately one week’s worth of comfortable clothing with layer-able options. Avoid rude or obscene slogans or any graphics that promote alcohol and drug use. Aim to dress for comfort and mobility, and don’t forget workout clothes, underwear, a bathing suit (if there is a pool), a jacket, and pajamas. One pair of casual, comfortable shoes and one pair of athletic shoes will suffice.
- Toiletries need to be unopened and alcohol-free.
- Prescription medications that are unopened, with the information label still intact.
- Identification and insurance information. (Driver’s license, insurance cards, contact info of friends and family)
- A list of medications you are taking, along with medical documentation and any other pertinent health information provided by your doctor.
- Personal items like hobbies you enjoy doing, a journal, books, or magazines are good. Do not bring jewelry or other valuables unless you consider them necessary, like a wedding ring. Photos from home, a unique pillow or stuffed animal, or other comfort items are ok.
What Not to Bring to Rehab
You should not bring drugs or alcohol to a sober rehab facility, but some other things you should not bring to rehab include:
- Over-the-counter medications (cold medication, pain medication, etc.)
- Prescription medications that were opened before you arrived
- Any item with an aerosol spray mechanism, including deodorants
- Pornography
- Large sums of cash
- Food and drinks
- Candles and incense
- Sharp objects or anything that could be used as a weapon
Depending on the facility, you may not want to bring cigarettes and vapes if smoking is not allowed. Phone ahead to find out if the facility has other restrictions not mentioned on this list.
Muse Alcohol Rehab – West Hollywood
We combine evidence-based treatments with holistic and spiritual healing for a whole-patient approach to care that will help you stop drinking, give you the tools you will need to feel ready to return home after treatment and work with you to set and achieve attainable goals for your future.
At Muse Treatment’s rehab centers in West Hollywood, CA, we will help you stop drinking by healing the underlying causes of addiction through holistic therapies and treatments. Our patients learn to recognize and modify unhelpful thoughts, emotions, and behaviors for an overall improvement in mental health and spiritual wellness. Contact our intake team at (800) 426-1818 today to learn more about our treatments for substance use disorders and discover how to change your mindset, heal, and grow as you stop using alcohol for good in our multifaceted, customized alcohol treatment programs.
