What is Inpatient Detox?
Inpatient detox is an essential first step on the road to recovery from substance use disorder. With round-the-clock medical supervision, it provides a safe and secure way to reduce and manage withdrawal symptoms. As an extension of the medical care, you also receive invaluable psychosocial support. In individual and group counseling, you can build the coping strategies and resilience needed for a successful recovery journey. Ultimately, inpatient detox sets you up with the foundation you need to begin your own personal journey toward lasting sobriety.
Should I Go to an Inpatient Detox?
Making the decision to seek professional help for an addiction can be difficult, but it is often a necessary step in beginning the recovery journey. Inpatient detox is one of the best routes to take for severe addiction. That being said, inpatient care can benefit people at any stage of addiction. If you are wondering if you should go to an inpatient detox, there are several signs to look out for.
Signs that you would benefit from treatment in an inpatient detox program:
Substance use signs:
- Misusing prescription medications
- Abusing more than one drug
- Using large amounts of drugs
- Craving drugs on a near-constant basis
- Taking intravenous drugs
- Having potential exposure to fentanyl
- High risk for overdose and death
- Previously failed at outpatient treatment programs
Social signs:
- Prioritizing drug abuse in other relationships
- Difficulties interacting with other people
- Loved ones expressing concern about substance abuse
- Patterns of avoidance and/or self-isolation
- Inability to care for yourself or handle responsibilities
- Loss of support structures such as job, family, friends
Medical signs:
- Unpleasant withdrawal symptoms
- Life-threatening withdrawal symptoms
- Medical complications or health conditions
- Severe mental health conditions
Environmental signs:
Active drug or alcohol abuse by family members
Temptation-ridden living environment
Relapse-triggering people around you
Trauma-triggering surroundings
Individualized Treatment in Inpatient Detox
It’s important to remember that no two people are alike and there is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to recovering from addiction. For this reason, it’s essential that your treatment plan is tailored specifically to meet your needs. Individualized treatment in inpatient detox often includes a wide variety of group therapy offerings to help you meet your needs and goals in early recovery.
With that being said, there are beneficial inpatient services that are not offered in other forms of treatment. For instance, if you require a medical detox, an inpatient facility will provide around-the-clock medical care and monitoring. In doing so, you can withdrawal from drugs or alcohol in a safe, comfortable environment with 24/7 supervision to ensure your safety. In addition, inpatient staff provides support and guidance in the facility without any distractions or triggers. Treatment in detox and residential inpatient programs will help you focus on regaining your physical and emotional stability during this challenging time.
Reach Out
If you or someone you know is struggling with an addiction, please know that there is hope. Once you are ready to join inpatient detox, Royal Life Centers is here to help you recover and get back control of your life. Please feel free to reach out to our 24/7 admissions team at any time for guidance and support, at (877)-RECOVERY.