“Failure is a part of life. If you don’t fail, you don’t learn. If you don’t learn, you’ll never change.” – Morgan Freeman
Benzodiazepines are commonly taken illicitly and can wreak havoc on your loved one and their family. A study conducted in West Virginia showed that the most common co-occurring substance use disorders are benzodiazepines and opioids.
At Hope for Tomorrow, our benzodiazepine detox program is supervised 24/7, ensuring your top-notch compassionate care and comfort.
Benzo use disorder develops when someone takes benzos illicitly and becomes physically and psychologically dependent, resulting in health and behavioral changes. This disorder can result in serious health risks such as memory problems, drowsiness, impaired coordination, and a risk of overdose. However, benzodiazepines cause withdrawal symptoms if not taken soon enough, keeping the cycle of use going. The best way to properly address benzo use disorder is through treatment.
Hope for Tomorrow offers a comprehensive treatment program for benzodiazepine use disorder, beginning with a fully supervised benzo detox.
The approach to benzo detox at Hope for Tomorrow is rooted in compassion and evidence-based treatment methods. Our clinical team will ensure your comfort and safety while you go through the detox process. For some, this may include medications to manage symptoms, while others may not need medications at all. Our empathetic staff will support you every step of the way, ensuring your needs are met.
Benzodiazepines are a type of prescription medication used to treat anxiety disorders and insomnia. When benzos are taken illicitly or not as prescribed, it is possible to develop a benzodiazepine use disorder. As the brain becomes dependent on the medication, the person takes benzodiazepines daily to function. Without them, withdrawal symptoms will occur. Common symptoms of benzodiazepine withdrawal include:
The mental and behavioral symptoms of benzo withdrawal are often more prominent and difficult than the physical symptoms. Extreme anxiety can lead to panic, hallucinations, and psychosis, all of which pose harm to the person and those around them.
The benzodiazepine withdrawal timeline varies depending on the type of medication that was being taken. If you’ve been taking short-acting benzodiazepines, the withdrawal process begins sooner, typically within one to four days after the last use. Symptoms tend to persist for 10 to 14 days, with psychological symptoms being the worst in the beginning. Long-acting benzodiazepines can delay withdrawal as they can stay within the body for weeks even after the last use. However, withdrawal symptoms will still set in after the medication begins to leave the body.
Detoxing from benzodiazepines is not always comfortable, and anxiety symptoms are often the worst experienced. This can lead to cravings and overall discomfort. However, being in a benzodiazepine detox program allows you to be in a safe environment as your body rids itself of the medication.
Your care team at Hope for Tomorrow will consist of compassionate medical providers as well as empathetic therapists to support your emotional well-being. At Hope for Tomorrow, our clinical team provides round-the-clock care during benzodiazepine detox to help with symptom relief and cravings.
Though benzo detox is the first step in the treatment process, it is not a “cure” for benzo use disorder. Addressing benzo use and recovery needs a more specialized form of treatment. Some may enter an inpatient treatment program where they stay on site 24/7, participating in various therapies and coping skill development. Others may transition into outpatient programs, where they come to the facility during the day but return home in the evening.
While the fear of withdrawal may be keeping you from seeking help, chances are that benzodiazepine use disorder has probably taken more from your life. By seeking a trusted detox, you will have all the care needed to safely and successfully leave benzodiazepines behind. Entering benzodiazepine addiction treatment will give you the tools needed to get your life back on track and look forward to a brighter future.
If you or someone you love is managing a benzo use disorder, help is available today. Hope for Tomorrow offers a full, comprehensive benzo addiction treatment program that begins with an effective and comfortable detox. We welcome all who come through our doors, including pregnant women, veterans, couples, and those facing complex medical conditions. Call us today at 877-679-8162 to learn more or get started.
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