Drug & Alcohol Rehab Centres in County Antrim

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The Need for Detox before Alcohol or Drug Rehab in County Antrim

When overcoming any type of substance addiction, a programme of detox is usually required. Detox is an important part of the recovery process as it deals with the physical side of the illness. To break the bond between the substance abuser and the substance, detox is necessary.

Detox begins when the individual quits the substance to which he or she was abusing. Depending on the substance, withdrawal symptoms may appear after around six hours and can continue for many days. Symptoms will peak before subsiding, and the whole process typically takes between seven and ten days.

Withdrawal symptoms will be mild, moderate or severe, with most people experiencing nothing more than mild to moderate symptoms that could include:

• sweating
• shaking
• nausea
• headaches
• mood swings.

However, there are a number of more severe symptoms including hallucinations, convulsions, paranoid delusions and seizures. In rare cases, withdrawal symptoms can end up being life-threatening; for that reason, we always advise clients to detox in a supervised facility.

Types of Rehab in County Antrim

In all parts of the UK, rehab is provided by various organisations including private clinics, charities, local support groups and the NHS; it is no different in County Antrim. Most programmes are either inpatient or outpatient based and here at Recovery.org.uk, we can help you to access a programme that will best suit your needs.

It is important to remember that the best chance for long-term success is a fully comprehensive programme of recovery that includes detox, rehabilitation and aftercare. Many people believe that they do not require alcohol or drug rehab in County Antrim after they complete detox, but this is very rarely the case.

In order to overcome both the physical and psychological issues associated with addiction, it is necessary for detox to be followed by rehab. We can help you to find a suitable rehab programme based on your needs and circumstances.

Inpatient Treatment

With an inpatient treatment programme, you will have constant access to care and support during your 6-8 week stay in the rehab clinic. An intensive programme will be followed, which means you will spend most of your time in counselling or therapy sessions.

Inpatient programmes are most often provided by private clinics. There are rarely waiting times, and this is beneficial as it means the individual can access treatment within hours of making the decision to get help. With free services provided by charities and the NHS, there is often a long waiting time and many addicts will change their mind about treatment while they are waiting.

Outpatient Treatment

While it is our belief that inpatient treatment offers the best chance for a successful recovery, we understand that not everyone can stay in a residential clinic for a period of up to eight weeks. There are many excellent outpatient programmes available too, and where appropriate, Recovery.org.uk will refer you to the one that most suits your individual requirements.

Outpatient programmes vary in length depending on the provider and the number of treatment hours attended each week. It is often the case that the patient will be required to attend therapy and counselling sessions on a daily basis for the first few weeks before this is reduced to a few times per week. Programmes can last anywhere from a few months to a year.

The Importance of Aftercare

Once rehab finishes, it is important to continue working on your recovery. The most vulnerable time for recovering addicts is said to be the first twelve months after treatment. You will probably find that your rehab provider also offers aftercare for the first year; and if this is so, it is a good idea to take them up on it. With careful maintenance, you can avoid a relapse and go on to have a fulfilled and healthy sober life.

For more information on rehab in County Antrim, contact us here at Recovery.org.uk today via this website or our 24-hour helpline.