Prescription Drug Rehab Program

Medication has become an important part of many people's lives. Some people may require prescription medication to manage their mental health. Others have chronic pain that they're trying to keep in check with medicine that their doctor has prescribed. Unfortunately, some medications have an unintended side effect—addiction. The person's use of the medication can spiral out of their control, leading them to a place where they never intended to be.

However, with the help of a prescription drug treatment program, it is possible to take your control back. For more information about our substance use disorders treatment in Marne, Michigan, can help you or a loved one, please contact Sanford Behavioral Health today at 616.202.3326.

How Does Prescription Drug Addiction Occur?

In many cases, this addiction can occur unintentionally. When someone has used benzodiazepines, opioids, or opiates for an extended period of time, they can develop a tolerance for the medicine. In other words, they need to make more of the medicine to get the same effect. For instance, perhaps your doctor started you on a single dose of your medication to keep your anxiety in check. As time went on, you needed two or three doses for it to be effective. This is one sign that your medication use has turned into an addiction.

Other people may develop a dependence on their medication, meaning that they feel they need it to get through their day-to-day life. In this case, addiction exerts a potent hold on your mind, causing you to crave the medication or lose control of how often you use it. Additionally, you may continue to use the medication even if it has had adverse effects on your health or social life.

Another sign that an addiction has occurred is debilitating withdrawal symptoms if you stop using the medicine. Benzodiazepines, such as Xanax, can even be deadly if someone stops using them without warning. As a result, if you or your loved ones have developed an addiction to medications, it's important to seek support from a prescription medication detox program before you quit using them.

How Can a Prescription Drug Rehab Program Support Recovery?

Our prescription drug rehab in Marne, Michigan, can provide you with a safe and supportive environment in which you can begin healing. Our team of therapists, physicians, and addiction specialists provides patients with the tools they need to address their unique challenges. From detox to aftercare, our program allows patients to come to understand their addiction and overcome it.

Additionally, therapy is an integral part of recovery at Sanford Behavioral Health. We offer a variety of both experiential and evidence-based therapies, such as:

• Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
• Art therapy
• Yoga therapy
• Family therapy

We also provide medication-assisted treatment (MAT), which can help manage withdrawal symptoms and cravings for the medication. With this diverse selection of treatment options tailored to each person's unique needs, we're able to support and propel our patients throughout their recovery journey.

Find Support at Sanford Behavioral Health

Addiction to any substance, whether it be prescription medication or an illicit drug, can be overwhelming, but you don't have to walk this road alone. The caring team at Sanford Behavioral Health is here to help you achieve long-term healing and success in your recovery journey.

If you or a loved one is battling an addiction to prescription drugs, please contact Sanford Behavioral Health today. We can help you find strength and courage as you begin a life free of drugs and alcohol. Please call us today at 616.202.3326 or use our helpful online contact form to speak to one of our treatment specialists.