SWISS MEDICAL EXPERTISE: ZURICH, MALLORCA, LONDON, NEW YORK

13 Minutes

Edited & clinically reviewed by THE BALANCE Team
Fact checked

The first step toward a successful and long-term recovery from addiction to drugs or addictive behaviors is recognizing that you have an addiction problem and starting seeking drug or alcohol addiction and rehabilitation. Substance addiction is a multi-faceted condition that affects people’s physical, emotional, interpersonal, physiological, and spiritual well-being. As a result, treatment for such a complicated, all-encompassing condition must be equally comprehensive.

Simply addressing the physical reliance is insufficient because the addiction’s basic causes and consequences will persist even after biological dependence is treated. Treating the individual as a whole i.e. physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects of the addictive behavior should be addressed. 

The contemporary approach to addressing substance addiction, termed the “biopsychosocial” strategy, is based on integrative, comprehensive treatment. This entails treating the whole individual to guarantee that all of the addiction’s fundamental causes and effects are adequately addressed and rectified. Patients are given the resources they need to return to a joyful, healthy, and substance-free lifestyle.

The term “therapy” for drug addiction is a little deceptive because it implies that persons with drug dependency are “all better” after receiving treatment. Addiction rehabilitation is a lifetime process that demands constant care and attention. Even those who have had years of effective recovery must be aware of the possibility of relapsing and their substance use treatment and the strategies taught in treatment to avoid it.

The term “rehabilitation” also suggests that one is being disciplined for a certain intentional or unintentional misbehavior, which is in line with the current societal stigma surrounding addiction. Addicts and their families must realize that addiction is a biological problem, not an ethical one, as part of the rehabilitation process.

So, what exactly is drug rehabilitation? Drug addiction rehabilitation, often known as therapy, is a procedure in which persons who are addicted to illegal drugs:

Stay away from the illicit narcotic substances, as well as the body’s desire for the drug.

  • Drugs and their hazardous metabolites should be washed out of their bodies.
  • Heal from addiction’s physiological damage.
  • Change your mindset from active addiction’s intense negative psychology to recovery’s positive thinking.
  • re-establish regular, healthy social habits
  • Learn to manage life’s stresses without relying on substances or behaviors to do so.
  • Recognize that rehabilitation is a lifetime commitment to sobriety.
  • Prepare yourself to engage in the recovery programs that will help you maintain your recovery for the rest of your life.

There are several stages to the drug rehabilitation process. After all, making the move from mental and physical addiction to a happy and healthy lifestyle is a significant transformation.

During the drug rehab and treatment process, it is critical that the measures to drug rehab be appropriately handled. Addiction recovery is classified into four categories:

Evaluation

Addiction assessment is a crucial aspect of the rehabilitation process. Addicts to substances are often secretive. This is a component of the basic psychology of addiction, which is exacerbated by worries of being arrested for use and being judged by friends and family.

Building trust and getting through this secretive nature are required for the evaluation process. The individual must specify which drugs were utilized and to what extent they were used. The assessments are completed over the telephone by a designated intake manager and should take no more than fifteen to thirty minutes, based on the prevailing substance use and medical records.

More than half of those who have a substance abuse problem also have a mental health issue. Substance abuse disorders and mental illness are inextricably linked, and each can both cause and prolong the other. As a result, it’s critical to spot any co-existing mental health issues and treat them alongside the dependency. Therefore, the prospects of recovery success are minimal to none.

Detoxification

People who want to recover from substance abuse must first clear their bodies of the substances and their poisonous metabolites. Detoxification, or detox, is the term for this process. The uncomfortable sense of withdrawal happens as the body tries to clear the chemicals.

The anxiety of withdrawing is a key barrier to overcoming addiction for many people, and this fear prevents them from even trying. Thankfully, drug detox and withdrawal do not have to be painful experiences. People can safely and painlessly get through the detox process by enrolling in a medical detox program.

Rehabilitation

The most important aspect of an addiction recovery program is the rehabilitation process. The underlying reasons for substance use disorders and dependency are treated here. The majority of people who suffer from substance abuse are no longer interested in getting high. Instead, it became a daily ritual of suppressing symptoms of withdrawal and retreating from reality. Addiction treatment is the process of identifying and addressing the underlying causes of addiction.

This can be done in a variety of ways:

  • Personal and group counseling (interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, insight into addiction and triggers, trauma recovery, etc.)
  • Recreational therapy
  • Medication treatment, including, if necessary, opioid replacement treatment
  • Co-existing mental health diseases and their treatment
  • Family therapy
  • Planning for discharge and aftercare
  • Health-care services
  • Living a healthy lifestyle (ample sleep, social activities, exercise, and healthy diet)

Aftercare

Nobody exits treatment as “cured” of addiction, irrespective of how long or intense the program is. Instead, rehabilitation can be described as a process of learning, followed by a period of recuperation.

After a long break of abstinence, the addictive mind may begin to believe that it is OK to try using drugs or drinking again. Nevertheless, this rarely succeeds, and the bulk of people who try taking drugs or drinking again quickly return to their previous situation. This is supported by research, as is the fact that persons are at a higher risk of overdosing during a relapse.

A typical issue among rehabilitation programs is the lack of a long-term plan for post-discharge rehabilitation assistance. Although there are weekly addiction rehabilitation aftercare programs, many people must travel a long distance to participate, and turnout tends to dwindle with time.

Continuous participation in a rehabilitation program, like a 12-step or SMART Recovery, is essential for long-term recovery. People who are introduced to these aftercare programs during rehabilitation are more likely to participate in the continued recovery process after discharge. When a person is discharged from the treatment center, sober living homes are a particularly effective form of aftercare. Individuals and families should talk to their counselors about these alternatives while still in recovery.

Depending on the quality of care provided, there are many types of addiction treatment. When deciding on the level of treatment, think about what will provide the person the best chance of healing, not what they wish to do.

A propensity to rationalize bad decisions, a lack of insight, and a pathological need for control are all characteristics of addiction. This is a bad combination because it leads many people into believing that they can quit drinking or using drugs on their own. As a result, individuals may be hesitant to recognize that they require more intensive treatment, such as inpatient treatment.

Detox

Rehab for chemical dependency is not the same as detoxing from a substance. It’s simply a method of easing withdrawal symptoms while the body rids itself of harmful substances and adapts to their absence.

People’s thinking becomes jumbled during drug detoxification, and they become mentally and physically ill. They will not respond to counseling or therapy until their minds have cleared and they feel good. Despite the fact that medical detox makes the process considerably easier, it is recommended to focus on completing the detoxification process before moving on to the next phase.

Inpatient addiction treatment is spending the full term of treatment in a hospital or rehabilitation facility under 24/7 monitoring. The therapy is more extensive than residential rehabilitation and may be required involuntarily or as a result of an emergency.

Inpatient treatment has the following advantages that help to make relapse prevention improve the transformative effect required for recovery:

  • Avoiding triggers and distancing the person from people, situations, and activities that were linked to substance abuse.
  • Taking the person out of any poisonous relationships or situations
  • Allowing for a more intense and long-term therapy plan.
  • Creating a social environment, or a “healing culture”
  • Assuring that the patient has enough time to recover before being released.

Individuals in inpatient rehabilitation can also take advantage of drug rehab services such as recovery-focused social activities and recreational therapy.

Residential Treatment

For the most part, residential addiction therapy is the standard of care. Treatment provided at Residential treatment centers, like inpatient therapy, has the curative benefit of separating people from their unhealthy lifestyles and environments and rehabilitating them in safe, healthy environments. This helps people to refocus on distraction-free recuperation while reorienting their lives and mental processes.

Luxury Residential rehab centers vary from inpatient treatment in that it takes place outside of a hospital setting, usually lasts longer, and of course, in the provision of a high standard, elite class amenities. The program is less rigorous than an inpatient program and allows participants to have a little more independence.

Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

A partial hospitalization is a therapeutic option that falls between inpatient and outpatient care. During the daytime, patients receive therapy services on-site, but at night, they return to a sober living facility or home.

This program is for persons who have great expectations of achievement and the capability and vision to be more self-directed in their daily routine. It is also necessary to have a solid support system.

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

A “step-down” therapy program, an intensive outpatient program is designed for persons who have finished a partial hospitalization program or inpatient. This enables people to move from inpatient to community life while continuing to receive directed therapy, such as individual or group counseling and treatment for co-existing mental health conditions.

IOP participants live in a self-contained, supportive environment — either at home or in a sober living facility — and attend daily treatment sessions.

Outpatient Treatment

Outpatient treatment is staying at home during the day and attending treatment activities at an outpatient rehab facility. Patients’ needs and the other rehabilitation services available at the outpatient institution will determine the intensity of the day treatment.

Inpatient therapy and rehabilitation are likely to offer better outcomes for most people with significant addictions. Outpatient drug treatment, on the other hand, maybe appropriate if:

  • The patient’s doctor is aware of the medication use and approves of the outpatient treatment.
  • The patient has already got clean (detoxed) from the drug and is no longer experiencing withdrawal symptoms
  • The substance use was minor or only lasted a brief time.
  • The individual has a secure, drug-free location where he or she may avoid dealing with dealers and others who use drugs.
  • The individual is extremely motivated to stop using.
  • There is no evidence of co-existing substance abuse or mental illness.
  • There is a solid support process in place, involving people who are aware of the signs and symptoms of dangerous withdrawal.
  • The individual does not live alone.

Long-term drug treatment is an inpatient program that lasts three to twelve months. While each person must choose if long-term drug treatment is correct for them, these programs are beneficial to those who have persisted with their addiction for a long time despite having completed other drug rehab programs.

Long-term drug treatment programs may also be appropriate for persons who have a difficult-to-treat dual condition, such as addiction and bipolar disorder. Some people may opt for a long-term treatment program simply because they are more at ease with the increased security that a longer treatment program provides for their recovery.

Luxury Opioid Addiction Treatment program in Europe

The therapeutic community (TC) is a therapeutic method used frequently in long-term residential treatment programs. This is a method for re-socializing persons whose addiction has made it difficult for them to function in society. People who have engaged in substance use disorder or in major criminal behavior, those who are unemployed, adolescents, and those who have severe mental health conditions are among them.

Amenities provided at Luxury Rehab Centers

The rich and diverse amenities given at these treatment institutions enrich the environment, including:

  • Tennis courts, swimming pools, and horseback riding are examples of recreational activities.
  • Yoga and meditation classes
  • Programs and facilities for exercise
  • Massage treatment and other forms of physical therapy
  • Gourmet eating services are provided.
  • Room service and concierge

Because of their modest size, these facilities may provide more customized care, frequently from well-known doctors and therapists. They may also offer holistic treatments, which take into account not only the physical and mental components of treatment that are typically addressed, but also the spiritual, environmental, dietary, and emotional influences that might aid a person’s rehabilitation.

For those who can afford it, these luxuries can be highly appealing. They make the process of treatment more pleasurable. When money isn’t an issue, it’s tempting to enroll in a program only on the basis of these benefits; nevertheless, there’s more to think about when it comes to substance abuse treatment.

The cost of luxury drug and alcohol rehabilitation differs, but with all the added facilities it provides, it will be more costly than government-supported treatment centers. The cost of 5 weeks could be as much as $410,000 which is on the higher end of the luxury treatment center spectrum. Some of the reasonable luxury inpatient rehab centers charge $150,000 for a four-week program, others around $76,000 for a month, and yet others around $55,000 a month. Based on the insurance plan a person has, their insurance can help cover a portion of their treatment, but it is unlikely that it will cover the full stay at a premium treatment center. The exclusivity of luxury residential treatment centers is enhanced by the fact that they often have fewer beds than other rehab facilities.

Drug addiction can affect anyone, irrespective of their background. Taking responsibility for one’s actions, recognizing you have a problem, and getting treatment is not a sign of weakness. The decision to enter a drug rehab program is based on the circumstances of the individual. You should think about your health insurance, where you reside, and if you want to go to inpatient or outpatient treatment. To find out which treatment options are provided, contact a treatment provider. If convenience and flexibility are important to you, a luxury treatment center may be a fantastic place to start your recovery path.

The cost of luxury drug treatment varies, but it will almost always include luxurious and typically private rooms, a premium facility, chef-prepared meals, private, counseling sessions, and amenities like pools, a fitness center, massage therapy. Animal-assisted therapy, like equine-assisted treatment, is a popular trend in luxury treatment centers. Emotional management and individual accountability can be aided by using horses in therapy (rearing horses and grooming them). Dolphin-assisted treatment is another advantage of going to a luxury residential rehab treatment, which may be close to the water with wild dolphins or keeping dolphins in confinement nearby to the center so that patients can interact with the intelligent sea mammals. Views of the ocean, lake, and mountains are popular in 5-star treatment centers.

Data on addiction rehabilitation success rates are tough to obtain for a variety of reasons:

  • Programs vary greatly in terms of duration, intensity, and quality.
  • There are numerous types of programs in use.
  • It is dependent on the criteria used to determine success (for instance, decreased criminal activity, enhanced function, abstinence after 1 year of rehab, so on and so forth.)
  • It is based on the type of illicit substance being abused (for example, alcohol abuse has a different recurrence rate than does cocaine)
  • Some patients do not return to therapy after relapsing, specifically if they relapse.
  • To advertise their services, several programs exaggerate their success rate.

Recovery isn’t always guaranteed. A lapse (a period of drinking or drug usage that does not progress to a full recurrence) or even a brief relapse, for instance, could be nothing more than a stumbling block. Some recovering addicts take advantage of these opportunities to refocus their recovery and resume their recovery activities. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse in the United States, 40 percent to 60 percent of people who finish treatment relapse.

FAQs

HOW THE BALANCE CAN HELP WITH Drugs

The Balance RehabClinic is a leading provider of luxury addiction and mental health treatment for affluent individuals and their families, offering a blend of innovative science and holistic methods with unparalleled individualised care.

A UNIQUE METHOD TREATING Drugs

a successful and proven concept focusing on underlying causes
ONE CLIENT AT A TIME
TAILORED LASTING APPROACH
BIOCHEMICAL RESTORATION
MULTI-DISCIPLINARY & HOLISTIC
TECHNOLOGY BASED TREATMENT
TRAUMA INFORMED THERAPY

Drugs TREATMENT LASTING APPROACH

0 Before

Send Admission Request

0 Before

Define Treatment Goals

1 week

Assessments & Detox

1-4 week

Psychological & Holistic Therapy

4 week

Family Therapy

5-8 week

Aftercare

12+ week

Refresher Visit

Drugs Insights

latest news & research on Drugs
Inpatient Drug Rehab
Drug Addiction Rehab

Depending on the quality of care provided, there are many types of addiction treatment. When deciding on the level of treatment

read more
poppers addiction
Poppers Drug

Overcoming addiction to poppers, like any substance, can be challenging, but it's possible with the right approach and support. 

read more

Accreditations

 
AMF
British Psychology Society
COMIB
COPAO
EMDR
EPA
FMH
ifaf
Institute de terapia neural
MEG
NeuroCademy
Neurocare
OGVT
pro mesotherapie
Red GPS
WPA
SFGU
SEMES
SMPG
Somatic Experience
ssaamp
TAA
 

Media

 
Live Science
Mallorca Magazin
Woman & Home
National World
American Banker
Marie Claire
BBC
La Nacion
Metro UK
General Anzeiger
Business Leader
Dazed
Apartment Therapy
Express UK
Bloomberg
Cosmopolitan
Morgenpost
Manager Magazin
Entrepreneur ME
The Guardian
Daily Mail
Mallorca Zeitung
Mirror Uk
The Times
The Standard
The Stylist
PsychologyToday
Psychreg
DeluxeMallorca
Businessinsider
ProSieben
Sat1
Focus
Taff
Techtimes
Highlife
abcMallorca