Evaluation through laboratory testing
Lab testing of urine and blood is done to detect the substance use through the help of clinical rational where a positive result indicate usage but not necessarily a substance use disorder or intoxication and a negative result does not rule out.
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Assessment and treatment of withdrawal symptoms
These symptoms of the withdrawals can be mild to severe e.g. anxiety, hallucinations, vomiting, seizures etc. As per withdrawals the medications are prescribed. The accompanies cessation of opioids use that has been heavy and prolonged leads to following signs and symptoms.
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Counselling and behavioural therapies
These are an important component of recovery. Counselling and behavioral therapies are provided that can help someone with a substance use disorder to build healthy life skills, change their attitudes and behaviors, drug refusal skills, addressing motivation and staying compliant with treatment. Most importantly building bond with family all over again. The counsellor plays the role by:
- - Providing information about the drug of choice and discuss the recovery process
- - Put together a structured and realistic treatment and recovery plan based on your needs.
- - Help uncover any underlying issues and triggers associated with your addiction patterns.
- - Offer tips and techniques for a successful recovery and long-term sobriety.
- - Give regular assessments to determine your progress.
- - Support you emotionally and encourage you throughout each stage of recovery.
Cognitive Behaviours Therapy
It helps a person in treatment to recognize, avoid, and deal with the situations in which they may find themselves losing their resolve not to use drugs or alcohol. CBT is one of the more successful therapies when it comes to treating addiction as it helps to rearrange patterns of thinking and action that lead to addiction. CBT, also called talk therapy, combines therapeutic techniques from both aspects of cognition and behaviors to help individuals recognize and resolve distorted patterns of thought, which often influence their behaviors, leading to their addiction.
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Mutual support groups and sessions
These are the groups where members can debunk each other's excuses and support constructive change. It is usually free and can be very helpful. They provide a sense of belonging, decrease stigma, and offer strong support and tools to lead a life without addiction. Various sessions are provided in group to develop and boost the internal motivation of the person with the following goals:
- - Educate them to break the addiction cycle and start teetotalism.
- - Enhance problem-solving skills and coping techniques achieve sobriety in the long-run.
- - Avoid and overcome opioids craving and dependence.
- - Handle high-risk triggers and relapses.
- - Educates the family members how to be an active participant in the recovery.
- - Engages the person in programs such as 12-steps, narcotics anonymous.
Relapse Prevention
Relapse is seen as both an outcome and a transgression in the process of behaviors change. An initial setback or lapse may translate into either a return to the previous problematic behaviors, known as relapse. This aims to create tailored plans according to the needs of each individual after analysing a few elements:
- - A detailed account of the patient’s experience with opioids including previous relapses
- - Warning signs and ways how you can best manage them
- - A detailed list of counsellors, family and friends that can be used as a support network
- - An emergency relapse plan
- - Specific lifestyle changes
Yoga Therapy
It is a set of mental, physical, and spiritual disciplines that are intended to help improve one’s mood and sense of well-being. Those who practice it will use body posture, stretching techniques, and breathing modulations to help promote relaxation, physical strength, and spirituality. Yoga is a mindful physical activity that helps individuals deal with stress, and is especially vital for individuals involved in addiction and recovery. Yoga uses mental and physical techniques to target the part of the brain that was affected by a substance use disorder and helps to reduce drug cravings.
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Exercise Session
When you’re recovering from substance use disorder, exercise is beneficial for both your body and mind. Physical and mental health are more connected than we realize, and exercising gives us the valuable opportunity to improve both at the same time. during recovery can be a key component in improving mental health and generating a more energized outlook on life. Other mental health benefits of exercise include sharper thinking, learning and judgment skills.
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Art Therapy
The act of creating something is almost magical. Without words, you have the freedom to express complex ideas and feelings. Art therapy for substance abuse is a treatment that harnesses the power of art to help recovering addicts express thoughts and emotions they may not be able to say with words. Art is often a nonverbal process. Through art therapy, those in recovery can explore, understand and resolve issues they may feel uncomfortable talking about in traditional talk sessions. They can safely feel and process the full range of emotions surrounding their addiction experience.
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