 Treatment for alcoholism: Going in to a facility
for detox from alcohol is not only necessary but it is the only way to
ensure safety during the withdrawal phase, And could be dangerous if
not conducted in a medical setting. Detox is the first step of the
alcohol abuse treatment process, Withdrawal is the term used to
describe the body's reaction to the removal of the alcohol it has
become dependent upon. Detox is the first step because until the
physical dependancy issue is taken care of, no other form of treatment
will work. Withdrawal can cause craving for more so its important for
this process to be done in a controlled environment where drinking is
not an option. Through a combination of a strong medication regimend
and friendly and knowledgeable staff, we make this process an easy and
comfortable one. Our goal is to fully prepare the individual physicaly
and mentaly so that he or she may be able to participate in the
educational and therapeutic process of therapy, residential treatment
or AA meetings. We help the patient achieve an alcohol free state and
relieve the physical symptoms of withdrawal. Alcohol detox can be
defined as a period of medically monitored treatment, where a person is
helped to overcome their physical dependence on alcohol. Until the
detox process is complete, someone is simply not ready for recovery.
Therefore, the ultimate goal of detox is the first step in preparation
for a life in recovery and freedom from alcoholism.
Signs of withdrawal: These can range from mild to quite
severe. Mild reactions to alcohol detox can include tremors (the
shakes), headaches, vomiting, perspiration, restlessness, lose of
appetite and insomnia. More serious effects of alcohol detox can be
Delirium Tremens (DT's), autonomic hyperactivity and seizures
(convulsions). It has been estimated that 1 in 4 patients are at high
risk of a withdrawal seizure if not medically treated during alcohol
detox. Physical addiction to alcohol occurs in consistent drinkers. At
Summer House medication is provided to counter the detox withdrawal
symptoms and make individuals more comfortable during this important
phase.
The Solution: The highly trained staff at Summer House will
assist in making the detox process safe and comfortable. We not only
understand alcoholism, but we have all, at one time, been there
ourselves. You need help and Summer House can help you regain control
of your life and help you to free yourself from the feeling that you
need to keep drinking every day just to feel normal. Remember, you
don't have to live like this anymore, it can stop right now. Break
free of the chains that hold you down... Pick up the phone and call
us... We're here to help. If you have any questions about whether you
or a loved one may need to detox from alcohol... please call
us 24 hours a day, and remember you are not alone.
888-DETOX-123
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