Drug Rehab in South Florida

DRUG REHAB IN SOUTH FLORIDA - GATEWAY TO RECOVERY

1)	Q. What is alcoholism/drug addiction?
	A. Alcoholism/drug addiction is a chronic, progressive disorder characterized by the excessive consumption and dependence on alcohol or other drugs, leading to physical and psychological harm and impaired social and vocational functioning.
2)	Q. How do I know if I have a problem with drugs or alcohol?
	A. Alcohol and drugs become a problem when you lose control, and the substances begin to control you. If you find yourself putting off interactions with family and friends or neglecting work and household responsibilities, you may be beginning to lose control. If you have ever tried to stop drinking or using drugs, and even succeeded briefly but began using again you may have a problem. If ever you have put yourself or a loved one in physical danger, you most definitely may have a problem.
3)	Q. What kind of treatment is available for alcoholism and drug addiction?
	A. Treatment depends on the severity of the illness and can be assessed by a doctor. This may include detoxification, medications, and individual or group therapy. The main focus is to discover any underlying causes of your drinking or drug use, and to develop new coping skills to deal with the issues that could trigger your use. Recovery is a life long process.
4)	Q. Couldn't I just attend a few AA/NA meetings to get help?
	A. Twelve Step Programs are an essential part of recovery. Many of the treatments offered are based on the original Alcoholics Anonymous program. Entering an inpatient treatment program has benefits that you could not receive from just attending meetings. The medically supervised detox makes your cessation of use much safer then it would be to try to quit at home alone. In treatment, you are constantly monitored for any signs of use and an extreme effort is made to keep away any triggers that you may not be strong enough to cope with. Inpatient treatment helps you through the first few delicate weeks of recovery.
5)	Q. Does alcoholism/drug addiction affect a certain type of person more so than another?
	A. Although studies have shown that some ethnic groups may be more prone to abuse of substances, it does not rule out anyone. Addiction runs the gamut of nationalities, ethnic groups, religions, and genders.

6)	Q. I have a loved one who has a substance abuse problem but is unwilling to get help. How can I convince him/her to do something?
	A. Unfortunately, unless someone is ready to receive help and is willing to do so, convincing is useless. It must be the individual's decision to seek help. Interventions are a way to help this process along. They allow the family member to see how much he/she is cared for and how much destruction their use is causing.

7)	Q. Why should I travel out of state to attend drug and alcohol treatment in Florida?
	A. Many factors can hinder a person's recovery. People, places, and things can be great triggers to use. Removing yourself from the environment you used in can give you perspective.