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Symptoms of Drug Withdrawal

February 19, 2018 by Ashley Addiction Treatment

symptoms of drug withdrawal

Most people fear the symptoms of drug withdrawal. Are you someone who would have signed up for detox if it weren’t for the withdrawal symptoms? However, there’s good news. Overcoming withdrawal with medical assistance is possible.

Why are There Symptoms of Drug Withdrawal?

Abusing a drug changes you. In fact, it affects your mind and body. When you then decide to stop taking the substance, you undergo another set of changes. However, this time, they’re not as gradual as the initial ones.

Because you feel them more acutely, you refer to them as symptoms of drug withdrawal. Specifically, they vary by substance. Stimulants, such as methamphetamines, will lead to different symptoms than depressants like alcohol. For example, you might experience cognitive problems such as confusion or disorientation.

Your mood swings may also worry you. You might experience deep depression or severe anxiety. Some people report feeling as if they were dealing with a bout of flu. They mention gastrointestinal problems, muscle weakness, sweating, lethargy, and extreme tiredness.

Detox with Medical Support Eliminates Painful Symptoms of Drug Withdrawal

Drug detox is the first step to ending your addiction. However, you’re scared that you might not be able to handle the pain and psychological effects of quitting. At detoxification facilities, it’s possible to stop using without pain.

Will there still be some discomfort? Possibly, you might deal with muscle spasms or a bit of sweating. However, you won’t have to fear the dangers that accompany quitting a drug cold turkey. Moreover, because you receive support around the clock, you remain steadfast in your decision to quit using. Once you break the physical dependence, it’s time to overcome the psychological addiction.

Moving from Detox to Rehab

The best addiction treatment programs seamlessly transition you from detox to rehab. There, you work with therapists who customize your treatment experience. For example, possible modalities include:

  • Integrated psychotherapy that takes place during one-on-one sessions as well as group therapy
  • Innovative pain management techniques, which help program participants with opioid addictions to heal
  • Holistic care that includes fitness equipment access and meditation
  • Dietary counseling to support your return to better physical and mental health through recovery
  • Relapse prevention strategy planning as well as education on drug avoidance techniques in high-pressure situations

Can’t I Just Quit Treatment After Detox?

It’s a common misconception that breaking the physical hold a drug has on you is enough. In fact, it isn’t. Unless you know what made you reach for the drug in the first place, you can’t prevent a relapse.

If you have determined that now is the time to quit using, there’s help. The caring therapists at Ashley Addiction Treatment routinely work with people just like you. Contact us today at 866-313-6307 to learn more about our addiction treatment options.

Filed Under: Blog, Detox, Drug Addiction Tagged With: drug detox, holistic care, symptoms of drug withdrawal

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