Drug Treatment Center Silver Spring

Fear and apprehension are commonly the greatest challenges to addiction recovery, which typically is a long and challenging task that will more than likely require professional help along the way. Obtaining the proper support and guidance, you can conquer your substance abuse problem.

At Drug Treatment Program Silver Spring we have a wide range of addiction treatment services for people that come to our facility suffering with addiction problems. Clients that become dependent on drugs like percocet, vicodin, lortab, heroin, meth and other drugs that bring about abuse and addiction usually don't know how to stop by themselves without help. We have helped countless struggling addicts to beat their addiction by means of our comprehensive addiction recovery methods.

Detoxification

The first step of our treatment program is our detox process. After a person has abused drugs over an extended period of time a physical dependence develops for the drug. When dependence or addiction has developed it is often unsafe to abruptly stop using the drug without professional assistance from a medical detox procedure. Habit-forming substances such as alcohol, heroin, meth, crack, demerol, vicodin and others cause a wide variety of withdrawal effects such as agitation, anxiety, muscle aches, insomnia, sweating, vomiting, diarrhea, cramping, nausea and more.

At Drug Rehabilitation Program Silver Spring we offer the needed medical assistance to help out clients be as safe and comfortable as possible in the detox period. We provide 24 hour care throughout this very important first step in the recovery process. Program participants often say that they feel a great sense of accomplishment after they have finished the detoxification process.

An essential aspect of overcoming addiction is to realize that you have a problem. A person who refuses to accept they are addicted will not be able to move forward to solving a problem they deny they have. For many people, when it comes down to taking a honest look into their addiction situation, along with that requires also to try to figure out why and how it developed in the first place. Addiction typically happens when someone uses a substance to relieve physical and/or emotional pain in order to minimize negative feelings and emotions. If a person doesn't learn the source issues fueling their addiction and does not receive help, it will typically be almost impossible for them to overcome their addiction.

Acknowledging that you have a problem is a very vital step of recovery from alcohol addiction or drug abuse. In addition you must also have the desire to put forth the effort to change it. Taking inventory of the reasons for making a change will help you navigate the road to recovery. Many people say it helps to write down why they want to put an end to their addiction. Reasons might be, for example, wanting to be a better mother/father, experience more joy in life, to be the person you really want to be, repair damaged relationships, to be healthy again, or to reverse other negative situations caused by your addiction.

Do not only concentrate and be absorbed on the problems caused by your addiction, as focusing in on the negative aspects of the past usually makes one feel hopeless. Rather, embrace your future and recovery. Focus on the positive things that are sure to happen when you have conquered your addiction. At Drug Rehabilitation Center Silver Spring we will guide you to embrace your prospects for a happy, productive, addiction-free life. A future accomplishing past forgotten dreams and goals in your newly created addiction-free lifestyle. You will feel better physically, have more energy, have greater success financially, have lasting relationships, be more productive overall, and have time to have fun and explore new hobbies and recreation. Taking the time to write down these goals can keep you motivated during the rehab process.

Long Term Rehabilitation Plan

At Drug Treatment Program Silver Spring we believe that the number one factor in determining success is whether the patient has completely overcome their addiction to drugs. Success can only be calculated by the patient's confidence in their ability to remain clean and sober. Short term treatment programs typically fall short of this goal.

We know that it is extremely important not to be under time restraints while in rehabilitation. The time that you stay in treatment can create a lifetime of sobriety, it is completely worth the investment of whatever time that it needs. We locate the underlying reasons that that most likely are at the root of the addiction. We will help you to fix the damages that you have created in your life so that you are not filled with regret. You will learn life skills, coping skills and relapse prevention techniques so that you are not just sober when you are done, but know how to stay clean and sober for the rest of your life. We know that you want a better life and we are here to provide you a way to achieve it.

Relapse Prevention

The only person who can change you is you. At Drug Rehabilitation Program Silver Spring it is extremely helpful to be immersed in a strong support network to help you succeed. Therefore, hold onto the people in your life that are supportive and positive. Conversely, be cautious about retaining the unhealthy relationships in your life, like past friends that still use drugs, or relationships with people that make you feel incapable or inadequate.

Detox is only the first step in a long process of rehabilitation at Drug Rehab Silver Spring; But will also help you to learn the triggers of your addiction. Stress, anxiety, inhibitions, lacking confidence etc. are all triggers for substance abuse. Practicing healthy relapse prevention concepts and skills will help you to combat and disregard the cravings and urges to use drugs. Our program activities include exercise, nutrition, cognitive education therapy, drug education, life skills, coping skills, craving and relapse prevention training.

If you have decided that it is time to make a change call us at Drug Rehabilitation Program Silver Spring and we will help you to make that change. Call (301) 830-8556