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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.
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.
