Substance Abuse & Addiction
Substance abuse and addiction are very real and increasing problems throughout the United States. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration estimates that 22.6 million people in America have been diagnosed with a substance abuse or addiction problem.
The Difference Between Substance Abuse & Addiction
A "substance" of abuse can be any drug, medicine or toxin that is being abused, including alcohol. Abuse is when a person uses a substance for nonmedical purposes over and over again, and that pattern causes negative social consequences.
Addiction is when a person experiences an uncontrollable urge to abuse, despite the negative consequences of such abuse. An addiction causes cravings for the substance, followed by withdrawal symptoms if they do not give into their cravings.
Those in the throes of substance abuse or addiction may feel as if there is no course of action to stop the dangerous cycle. At Lakeview, we know this is not the case. Our treatment programs help patients break the bonds of substance abuse and addiction, and teach them how to live a life without drugs or alcohol.
Treating Substance Abuse & Addiction
Lakeview's substance abuse and addiction treatment programs strive to address each patient's needs. In addition to traditional therapies, detoxification programs, and medical treatments, we offer relapse prevention and aftercare programs, to assist patients after their journey through treatment is complete.
Lakeview also offers a unique Family Recovery Program, in which a patient's family members can gain information and participate in their loved one's recovery.
Our programs help patients understand the underlying issues and circumstances that led to their substance abuse and addiction problems. Through one-on-one and group therapy sessions, patients can learn new behaviors and ways to deal with stress, life and emotional triggers that prompt the abuse of drugs or alcohol.
If you or a loved one is facing substance abuse or addiction issues, do not wait, call Lakeview today, toll-free at 1-866-657-4357. Get the substance abuse help you need to reclaim your life. All calls are confidential and we are here day and night to guide you on your way to long term recovery.
