As the most pervasive drug in our society, alcohol is very difficult to avoid. Go to any gathering, restaurant, venue, grocery or convenient store and you can find alcohol. Alcohol is such an intrinsic part of our lives that it can often be difficult to know and accept when alcoholism has become a problem for you.
Alcohol abuse is the cause of over 95,000 deaths a year in the U.S. alone and is estimated to shorten a person’s life by around 29 years. The statistics have increased more than 50% since 1999. Liver disease, motor vehicle accidents, and alcohol-related overdose are the most common ways that lives are ended prematurely by alcohol.
Alcohol is a drug, but it is a glorified and accepted part of our society. We associate drinking alcohol with normal social interaction and relaxation. People turn to alcohol to cope with everyday life and stresses, and to feel confident and comfortable. Because of this, people are often reluctant or unable to admit or see when it has become a problem.
Here are some warning signs that Alcohol Use Disorder has become a problem:
If you’ve found you have a problem with alcohol, Pathways Recovery Center can help you get through the fear and confusion that alcohol has made so constant in your life. We know there is also fear and negative connotations associated with entering rehab, but we can tell you from experience that it can be the most pivotal experience of your life.
Treatment for alcoholism often starts with Supervised Detoxification. Detoxing from alcohol can bring about life-threatening symptoms like seizures and dehydration and is very dangerous to do on your own, not to mention painful. At Pathways Recovery Center, we’ll make sure you’re medically stable under the monitoring of our on-site clinical and nursing staff who are experienced in implementing medication-assisted detox. This will ensure the safest and least painful detox experience.
After medical stabilization, treatment for alcohol addiction begins. In our private, intimate facility designed for serenity and comfort, you’ll begin intensive therapy to not only address addiction, but the underlying factors that led to it. At Pathways Recovery Center, we believe that healing addiction means healing the whole person. You’ll undergo assessments to determine each of the contributing biological, social, and psychological factors that have kept you in the cycle of addiction. Using evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT, we’ll help you learn new coping skills and positive thinking patterns that will help you overcome your cravings, master your emotions, and heal. At PRC, we’ll get you the social support you need to stay free from addiction with tools like 12 Step programs and group therapy. You are not alone!
Contact our addiction specialists today to learn more about substance abuse treatment at 1-888-711-0966 or [email protected]
Additional Resources on Alcoholism:
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism – Understanding Alcohol Use Disorder
American Psychological Association – Understanding Alcohol Use Disorders and Their Treatment
The United Nations recently put the number of people worldwide abusing Methamphetamine at approximately 24.7 million. The effects of meth abuse are quickly visible and often lead to incarceration, physical deterioration, and complete demoralization. Pathways provides a serene and quiet environment for the meth detoxification process, as well as intensive therapy to prepare clients to leave Meth behind for good.
Read MoreCocaine is the most trafficked drug in the world and it is estimated that at least 5 million Americans use it. It is highly addictive and often ends in psychosis and financial ruin. Long term cocaine use can lead to heart disease, stroke, seizure disorders, chronic headaches, and many cognitive deficits. As the use of cocaine increases, you may feel stronger cravings as your brain changes to adapt. Once your mind and body begin to depend on the drug, you may have trouble functioning without it. Pathways can help you beat cocaine through intensive treatment that has been proven effective.
Read MoreSince 1999, heroin related overdose rates have multiplied more than seven times. Many heroin users were once legitimately prescribed opiate painkillers like OxyContin and found heroin a cheaper and easier to acquire substitute. Heroin use has become increasing dangerous due to the presence of Fentanyl, a substance that leads to fatal overdose with shockingly small quantities of the drug. Treatment for heroin addiction requires medically supervised detoxification.
Read MoreThe U.S. is currently experiencing an unprecedented Opioid epidemic. Due to the over-prescribing of painkiller like OxyContin and Vicodin, many people with legitimate pain management issues have become addicted to opiates. Dependence on opiates leads to tolerance of the drugs. Once the user has developed tolerance of opiates, they higher and higher doses to achieve the same effect. Some users find themselves turning to heroin to supplement the increased amount of the substance they need. Opiate addiction often leads to overdose and requires medically supervised detoxification.
Read MoreUse of opiate painkillers such as Oxycontin and Percocet, as well as benzodiazepines like Xanex and Valium can quickly escalate from use to abuse due to the tolerance and dependency that develops from regular use. Stimulants like Adderal are very powerful and can quickly become addictive even when used for legitimate disorders like ADHD and narcolepsy. Pathways can help you learn to cope with your issues without these substances. Detox from these drugs can be dangerous and requires medical supervision.
Read MorePathways Recovery Center Believes That Anyone Suffering From Addiction Can Recover And Experience The Joy Of Life Again. Join Us In Fighting Addiction One Person At A Time.
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1033 N Soldano Ave. Azusa, CA 91702
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