Painkiller Addiction Treatment
Painkiller addictions can negatively impact people from all walks of life. Fortunately, painkiller addiction treatment is available for everyone. A targeted, comprehensive approach to recovery allows patients to get the right help and resources for a better life.
Starting With a Clean Slate
An important first step in the treatment of a painkiller addiction is getting to a clean slate and ending all consumption of painkillers. Patients generally do this in a detox prior to the start of treatment. It’s key for patients to go through a detox process in order to best absorb the education, therapy and help offered in treatment programs.
Emphasis on Talk Therapy
Talk therapy is, as the name implies, a form of therapy where patients and therapists talk to one another. It’s sometimes also called behavioral therapy. This approach is beneficial to all those struggling with addiction, but it plays a particularly important role for those with a painkiller addiction.
Talk therapy accomplishes several goals, but one of its primary goals is to give patients the tools they need to process emotional pain. Research suggests that a significant portion of the pain felt by individuals is an emotional response to the physical pain.
For those who are working on ending an addiction to painkillers, pain is a major concern. Through behavioral therapy, patients can learn how to address and be mindful of pain without drugs. This is a critical element in living free from the fear of pain.
Creating a Support Network
A support system is a crucial part of recovering from a painkiller addiction. For that reason, part of treatment is about creating a support network that will be helpful both in active recovery programs and in the years to come. This might include relationships with therapists, family therapy or group therapy.
We place an emphasis on family therapy whenever it’s a viable option for patients. Family members who care about the well-being and health of their loved ones are a built-in network for accountability, love, and support. When families participate in treatment programs, they can learn more about how to help patients. With education, awareness, and training, family members can be a key tool in painkiller addiction treatment and recovery.
In addition to family support, or when family support isn’t an option, alternative support systems are vital. Ongoing relationships with therapists can be a fantastic means of support. In addition, getting used to group therapy or support groups can be a helpful way of relying on peers for lifelong accountability.
Varying Levels of Painkiller Addiction Treatment Programs
The best painkiller addiction treatment centers will adjust to the needs and recovery of the patient. Often, inpatient or residential care is the best place to start. This delivers 24/7 care and supervision and is strongly recommended for those with a severe addiction. However, there are varying levels of addiction treatment programs for a reason.
As the recovery process continues, patients may wish to transition to less intensive programs. Options like partial hospitalization programs, outpatient programs or intensive outpatient programs can all be effective throughout the treatment process.
Techniques to Prevent Relapse
Patients won’t be free of addiction the moment that painkiller addiction treatment ends. For that reason, learning to prevent relapse is key.
Holistic pain management therapies can help patients reduce their pain levels and avoid relapse. These approaches can include things like acupuncture or massage. The development of life skills is also a way to prevent relapse. When patients feel more comfortable navigating everyday life, they will encounter less stress and fewer triggers.
Don’t let an addiction to painkillers be a life sentence. Overcome addiction with treatment at a quality rehab facility. Call (855) 425-4846 today to take back the life you deserve and enjoy sobriety, health, and happiness.
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