Drug Detox
Breaking the cycle of addiction does not happen overnight. If you have used drugs or alcohol for a long time, you should go through detox to eliminate the substances causing physical cravings and prepare you for the next phase of your recovery. Legacy Texas provides medically supervised detox to make this process as safe, effective, and comfortable as possible.
What Is Detoxification?
Over time, drug and alcohol use can cause physical dependence, leading to cravings and withdrawal symptoms when you stop. Detox is the first step in breaking this cycle, clearing your body of harmful substances and allowing you to start recovery with a clean slate.
Many people mistakenly believe they can handle withdrawal at home, but detoxing without professional oversight can be painful, frightening, and difficult to control. Your withdrawal symptoms may be severe if you are physically or psychologically dependent on one or more substances, with risky and unpredictable side effects like seizures or delirium tremens.
What to Expect During the Detox Process
At Legacy Texas, our team of medical professionals will monitor you around the clock, ready to intervene if withdrawal symptoms threaten your safety. This level of care can make all the difference in your ability to progress through treatment successfully.
Just as no two people experience addiction in the same way, the detoxification process varies widely from one person to the next. Several factors determine how your body undergoes detox, including:
- The drugs in your system
- How long you have abused substances
- Your overall health and medical history
- The presence of co-occurring mental health disorders
Our team will create a personalized treatment plan that reflects your unique needs, delivering the structure and support necessary for a safe detox experience.
The Range of Withdrawal Symptoms
Withdrawal symptoms vary depending on the substances involved.
- Opioids: Can cause flu-like symptoms, intense cravings, and muscle pain.
- Benzodiazepines: Can lead to high anxiety, panic attacks, confusion, and psychosis.
- Alcohol: May be extremely dangerous and potentially life-threatening, including tremors, hallucinations, and seizures.
The presence of multiple substances in your system will further complicate your withdrawal process. That’s why you must complete detox under the care of a medical team that understands the specific symptoms associated with each substance and can provide the appropriate treatments to keep you safe and comfortable.
Counseling and Additional Treatment
Addiction frequently co-occurs with mental health challenges like PTSD, depression, and anxiety. If you have a dual diagnosis – an addiction combined with a mental health disorder – our team will develop a tailored approach to treat both conditions simultaneously.
Once you complete detox and are physically stable, you can immediately transition into our men’s-only residential treatment program. Here, you’ll learn to manage the underlying factors contributing to your addiction and develop the tools necessary to maintain long-term sobriety.
Discover the Power to Reshape Your Narrative
At Legacy Texas, our best-in-class addiction and mental health professionals are reimagining substance abuse treatment with integrative wellness. Our experienced medical team provides 24/7 care, minimizing the risks associated with unsupervised detox. After detox, you’ll have access to a comprehensive treatment program designed to address the physical, emotional, and psychological aspects of recovery.
Our program is a crucible where men can forge their ideal futures. We address the full spectrum of addiction, preparing men for clarity, strength, and resilience in all facets of life. Contact us today to propel your inner resolve to transform.
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