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Benzo Rehab Center in California
Benzodiazepines are medications that can have significant benefits for individuals who are struggling with their mental health. As a controlled substance, the use of benzos does come with a risk of dependency and addiction. There are a variety of reasons that individuals would misuse benzodiazepines. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) identified some of the reasons: relaxing and relieving tension, experimenting, getting high, helping with sleep concerns, to help manage distressing emotions, and increasing the effects of other substances. Regardless of the initial motivation for misuse, the development of a benzo addiction can have a lasting impact on a person's mental health and physical health.
What Are Benzos?
Benzodiazepine is a classification of prescription medications that can be used with individuals who are living with anxiety disorders and insomnia. Benzo prescriptions are available in short-acting, intermediate-acting, and long-acting doses. Benzos can be an addictive medication if taken in a manner other than what your prescribing doctor intended. Commonly abused benzos include Xanax, Librium, Valium, Ativan, and Doral.
Signs of Benzo Use
Signs associated with misuse and abuse of benzodiazepines include:
How Do Benzos Affect the Body?
Benzo use and abuse can significantly impact various areas of your life, including your physical health, mental health, relationships, and career.
Benzo Rehab in California
Meeting with a healthcare professional is the first step in treating a benzo addiction. Benzodiazepines can lead to dangerous symptoms and medical conditions during the withdrawal process, so you must consult with a medical professional before reducing and attempting to stop your use. In a detox program, medical staff will work with you to help your body detox in a safe manner. This can include tapering your use and using comfort medications to ease some of the discomforts that you experience. Inpatient treatment programs provide you with a safe and supportive environment during the first few weeks of your recovery. During this time, you will learn more about addiction and recovery and work to develop the skills and support to help you recover. Inpatient treatment programs can range from one to four months, depending on your unique needs. Outpatient addiction treatment programs can provide you with dual-diagnosis treatment and medication-assisted treatment if appropriate for your recovery.
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The approach includes medical supervision to manage withdrawal symptoms safely and address both mental and physical health.
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