Beating a drug addiction is a challenging process that takes more than one step to complete.
But if you can start your recovery journey off on the right foot, it can increase your odds of success considerably.
That’s why it’s so important to think carefully about how you’ll approach detox. At Tru Dallas, we offer supervised drug detox in a comfortable setting that will prepare you for rehab. Here’s a closer look at the program, what to expect from it, and where you’ll go afterward.
What Is Drug Detox?
When you abuse a substance like heroin or meth, your body starts to get dependent on it. So, if you try to stop taking it suddenly, it can be a shock to the system. It takes time to readjust to no longer receiving regular doses of whatever you’ve been using. This process is called detox.
It’s something that everyone has to go through at the first stage of recovery. But there’s more than one way to complete your detox. You can try to get through it on your own and risk serious medical symptoms and relapse, or complete the process safely in a supervised medical setting.
That’s what we offer at Tru Dallas Detox & Recovery Center. Our drug detox program takes place in a safe, comfortable facility where you’ll have constant attention from detox specialists. That can help you complete the process safely and move forward in recovery sooner.
What To Expect During Drug Detox
Going into any new experiences can be challenging, let alone one as potentially difficult as detox. But knowing what to expect can reduce anxiety and help you take the first step. So, here’s what you should know.
Withdrawal Symptoms
First, you’ll experience peak withdrawal symptoms during the early days of your detox process. The exact timeline and symptoms can vary based on the substance you’ve been using. But they often include issues like nausea, sweating, and even tremors.
Some of these symptoms can be dangerous to experience on your own, which is why it’s important to detox in a medical setting. You don’t want to risk your health during this process — you want to take the first step toward the new life you envision for yourself.
Cravings
You’ll also experience cravings for the substances you’ve been using during detox. These tend to peak soon after you enter the program. But if you experience them on your own, you might end up relapsing before you can get past them.
That’s another reason why medical detox is valuable. It puts you in a setting where you can’t respond to cravings the way you might if you were on your own. That increases your odds of making it through the process so you can heal.
Help from Medical Experts
You won’t go through the detox process on your own when you choose Tru Dallas. Our team of medical experts will be there to guide you through and watch over you. They’ll check your vitals, watch your symptoms, and step in to provide assistance whenever you need it.
A Comfortable, Relaxing Facility
Detoxing isn’t the most fun experience in the world. But the setting you do it in can have a huge impact on how challenging it is for you. At Tru Dallas, we maintain a comfortable, relaxing facility that will provide the privacy you need to rest and recover.
Our team will also step in to take over many of your daily living needs. This ensures that all you have to do is focus on recovery. It’s much easier than having to do all of these things on your own while experiencing high cravings and potentially serious withdrawal symptoms.
After Detox: Personalized Treatment Based on Your Needs
Detoxing is an essential step in recovery, but it’s not an end. Afterward, you’ll still need treatment to uncover the root causes of your addiction and move forward in life. This typically happens in rehab.
Tru Dallas offers rehab in both inpatient and outpatient settings. You can move into our treatment center and live there for a few months while getting treatment. Or you can get treatment during the day and go home to sleep in your own bed at night.
Both options can be effective, but some people are a better fit for one over the other. Get in touch with an addiction specialist to figure out which form of rehab may be right for you.
Regardless of which rehab program you pick, you’ll receive each of the following forms of care.
1-on-1 Therapy
First, you’ll go through individual therapy sessions with an addiction specialist. They can help you explore the root causes of your substance abuse and create healthier strategies for coping with life’s challenges.
You may even continue working with your therapist after rehab ends. This can be a great form of aftercare, helping you transition your recovery out of the closed rehab environment into the real world.
Group Meetings
You’ll also participate in meetings with other people in your rehab class. These are an opportunity to discuss your challenges and successes with others who know exactly what you’re going through. These people can also provide insights that may support your recovery.
Holistic Healing
Finally, we offer holistic healing services as part of our unique approach to rehab. These range from simple nature walks to meditation classes and more. Studies show that holistic healing services like these can increase your odds of long-term recovery.
Start Moving Forward at Tru Dallas Detox & Recovery Center
Completing drug detox is the first step in beating addiction. But going through it on your own can be dangerous and may increase your odds of relapse. So, why not give yourself the best odds of success?
Tru Dallas can help you do it.
Our detox programs will help you get through this critical start to your journey safely and comfortably. We accept many forms of insurance and can help you move on to rehab when you’re ready.
So, why wait? Take the first step by getting in touch with one of our addiction specialists today.
