Addiction affects every aspect of your health and well-being. That’s why Liberty Wellness’s approach to alcohol rehab is holistic and personalized, providing care for the mind and body. Here at Liberty Wellness in Berlin, NJ, we specialize in finding the addiction treatment programs that work best with you and your individual needs.
Alcohol Rehabilitation
Alcohol addiction is one of the most common forms of addiction in America, but there are many available treatments and methods for recovery. Here at Liberty Wellness, our medical professionals are able to address any underlying and co-occurring disorders, and develop a treatment plan that is right for you.
What Does Alcohol Abuse Look Like?
It’s common for most people to have a couple of drinks at a gathering or party, but others consume alcohol far more than that. Alcoholism can be binge drinking often or even daily, or drinking heavily frequently. To help determine better what abusing alcohol looks like, here are some physical signs:
- Forgetting or “blacking out” frequently after drinking heavily
- Unexplained injuries, accidents, or illnesses
- Loss of appetite
- Red or puffy face
- Digestive difficulties or pain
- Anxiety
- Severe withdrawal symptoms when drinking stops, including seizures
Alcoholics might also notice that they need to drink more to achieve something that once required them to drink a lot less.
Taking The First Steps Towards Sobriety: Detoxing
Getting alcohol out of the individual’s system is the first step towards recovery. But, people with severe alcohol addictions can experience severe withdrawal symptoms. It is important to undergo a supervised alcohol detox as this can prevent potentially fatal complications. Prescription drugs provided by a medical professional and other types of treatment will boost the recovery success rate up to 50%. Some of the most common detox symptoms are:
- Shaking
- Sweating
- Seizures
- Hallucinations
Alcohol Addiction Medication
Inpatient programs allow for close monitoring of the client to ensure the most effective treatment possible. Medications can be used to help ease some of the harsh withdrawal symptoms in order to avoid relapse. Some of the common types of drugs used to treat alcohol addiction include:
- Acamprosate – This drug is used after the detoxing process, and is best for suppressing alcoholic cravings. This drug doesn’t necessarily help with managing symptoms from detoxing, which is why it is used after the detox is completed. This drug is non-habit forming and will not lead to prescription drug abuse. In the event of a relapse, this medication won’t cause a reaction or withdrawal symptoms.
- Naltrexone – Naltrexone is used to reduce cravings as well as the pleasurable effects someone feels from drinking. Naltrexone is most effective when taken simultaneously with other forms of treatment, such as other medications, therapies, and different forms of counseling.
- Disulfiram – This is used for chronic alcoholism by discouraging the consumption of alcohol. This medication causes individuals to suffer from extreme side effects if alcohol is consumed while taking it. Within a few minutes after the alcohol is ingested, clients will experience:
- Vomiting
- Headaches
- Impared vision
- Sweating
- Problems breathing
- Mental confusion
- Anxiety
- Weakness
- Benzodiazepines – These drugs reduce anxiety and irritability in those suffering from addiction withdrawal. They typically treat alcoholism and alcohol withdrawal, and they can be used in detox under medical supervision. Benzo’s connect with neurotransmitters in the brain to create a feeling of calmness. They severely reduce alcohol withdrawal symptoms such as pain, irritability, vomiting, and headaches.
Intensive Outpatient Rehab for Alcoholism
An Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is a kind of alcohol rehab treatment service and support program used to address addictions, depression, eating disorders, or other dependencies that do not require detoxification. With an IOP program, you won’t live at an addiction treatment facility.
Intensive Outpatient Programs are designed to offer the same intensity and focus of inpatient programs, while letting the client maintain their normal day-to-day life. They are beneficial for someone who may not be able to commit to an inpatient program because of their job, family, or other responsibilities.
Intensive Outpatient Treatment studies have shown to be just as effective as residential treatment for many people seeking help. For clients who do not require medical detoxification services, IOP would be a good alternative to residential programs.
Our New Jersey IOP Alcohol Rehab Program offers a wide range of features and benefits, including:
- Individual Therapy
- Group Therapy
- Family Counseling
- Trauma Therapy
- Community Integration Support
- Psychological Evaluations
- Co-Occuring Disorder Treatment
- Medical Evaluations
- Meditation
- Grief and Loss
- Life Skills
- Codependency
- Nutrition and Dietary Education
- Relapse Prevention
- Anger Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Employment Skills
Our New Jersey Addiction Treatment Professionals Can Help You
At Liberty Wellness in Berlin, NJ, we are dedicated to providing our clients with the right treatment options to fit their needs. We have dedicated addiction professionals that assess each individual to ensure they are provided with the best treatment for them. Don’t wait to take the first steps towards a more fulfilling life, call or contact us now to schedule a confidential, personal tour and consultation. Start your road to recovery with our alcohol rehab addiction treatment programs today.
