By: AndreaBergman
When it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, there are numerous treatment options to choose from. With so many choices, it can be difficult to determine the best starting point for treatment. In many cases, the ideal start of treatment is detox. But many people will ask, “can I detox alone?”
What is Drug and Alcohol Detox?
Before you ask, “can I detox alone,” it’s important to understand what drug and alcohol detox is. The detox process is when the individual stops using their substance of choice, and the body begins to rid itself of the substance within its system. The process can take up to a few weeks depending on the substance used and for how long they’ve been used. During the detox process, the individual tends to experience withdrawal symptoms. It is because of these symptoms that detoxing alone is discouraged.
Can I Detox Alone?
You should never attempt the detox process alone in your home. Not only are you at a higher risk for relapse, but you’re also at a higher risk of experiencing a health complication.
First and foremost, detoxing alone without a support system leaves you more willing to go back to abusing drugs or alcohol. Without a team to hold you accountable and help you through the first step in your treatment, you are more likely to give in to your cravings. You’re also more likely to use it again to stop the withdrawal symptoms from occurring. However, depending on how long your body has been without the substance, using quickly after can leave you at a higher risk for experiencing an overdose as well.
While some withdrawal symptoms are uncomfortable and occur with all substances, certain drugs can make you experience more severe symptoms. Alcohol withdrawal symptoms can include delirium tremens, which includes severe shaking, hallucinations, and confusion. Other more severe withdrawal symptoms can include high fevers, drops in blood pressure, and seizures.
In order to stay safe during the process, it’s vital you go to a medical detox center. A professional detox center will be able to provide you with 24/7 medical supervision in order to monitor your progress and your health. Specific medications can help to alleviate some symptoms and keep you as comfortable and as safe as possible. Not only does this help you to stay healthy, being around a team of professionals will keep you accountable as well.
Drug and Alcohol Detox at Lakeview Health
Lakeview Health offers the medical detox services individuals need in order to begin their recovery journey. We provide the full continuum of care to our clients for a variety of different substances in order to help those struggling with addiction get back on the right path.
Our detox programs help clients begin their recovery journey in a controlled and safe environment. Once detox is complete, they are able to switch their focus to the rest of their treatment plan. This plan can include the following programs:
Some substances we are able to provide treatment for include the following:
- Alcohol addiction treatment
- Drug addiction treatment
- Prescription drug addiction treatment
- Heroin addiction treatment
- Opiate addiction treatment
- Painkiller drug addiction treatment
- Meth addiction treatment
Don’t ask can I detox alone and place yourself in harm’s way. Instead, contact Lakeview Health today at [Direct] to learn about our detox and treatment options. Our admissions team is ready to help.
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