Addiction
FAQ's
What
is Drug Addiction?
Addiction
is a chronic, often relapsing brain disease that causes compulsive drug seeking
and use despite harmful consequences to the individual that is addicted and to
those around them. Drug addiction is a brain disease because the abuse of drugs
leads to changes in the structure and function of the brain. Although it is true
that for most people the initial decision to take drugs is voluntary, over time
the changes in the brain caused by repeated drug abuse can affect a person’s self
control and ability to make sound decisions, and at the same time send intense
impulses to take drugs.
It is because of these changes in the brain that
it is so challenging for a person who is addicted to stop abusing drugs. Fortunately,
there are treatments that help people to counteract addiction’s powerful disruptive
effects and regain control. Research shows that combining addiction treatment
medications, if available, with behavioral therapy is the best way to ensure success
for most patients. Addiction Treatment approaches that
are tailored to each patient’s drug abuse patterns and any co-occurring medical,
psychiatric, and social problems can lead to sustained recovery and a life without
drug abuse.
Similar to other chronic, relapsing diseases, such as diabetes,
asthma, or heart disease, drug addiction can be managed successfully. And, as
with other chronic diseases, it is not uncommon for a person to relapse and begin
abusing drugs again. Relapse, however, does not signal failure—rather, it indicates
that treatment should be reinstated, adjusted, or that alternate treatment is
needed to help the individual regain control and recover.
Information
contained in this page is courtesy of The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
for more information on crack and cocaine please visit:
http://www.drugabuse.gov/Infofacts/understand.html
Recovery From Addiction …
We at Choices
Recovery Center understand the fear, pain, and the suffering that drug addicts
and alcoholics experience. Our staff of trained drug
and alcohol addiction professionals with years of experience in working with
drug addiction, alcoholism and dual diagnosis walk side by side with our clients
in their journey of recovery while providing a safe and caring environment for
their treatment.
Addiction Treatment …
Choices Recovery Center special drug and alcohol treatment
programs combine the modern advances in mental health with the classic 12
step treatment programs. Drug and alcohol addiction treatment
at Choices Florida drug and alcohol rehab center,
include spirituality groups, relapse prevention, dual diagnosis sessions, recreation
therapy, and life skills training.
Addiction
Recovery Network …
Choices Recovery Center works with all Professional
Referral Networks, including Certified High Risk Employment Counselors. Calls
from clergy, employers, family, and friends are always welcome.
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