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Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Woodford

This article will discuss drug and alcohol rehab in Woodford. Woodford is part of east London and is in the Borough of Redbridge.

According to the latest data collected by the London Borough of Redbridge, there are estimated to be 16,000 using substances.

There are 2,200 adults with alcohol dependency, 1,500 OCUs (opiate and crack users), 13,000 using cannabis, and 5,600 using other class A substances such as cocaine, crystal meth, and heroin. (1)

For more information about drug and alcohol statistics in Woodford and redbridge, please follow this link.

For those based in Woodford who are struggling with drug and/or alcohol addiction, this article will be helpful.

It will discuss what treatment is available in the area and what to expect.

Start your journey towards recovery at a rehab in Woodford by calling our team today on 0800 088 66 86

What is Alcohol Addiction?

According to The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, alcohol addiction is defined by three factors:

1. Continually feeling the urge to drink – i.e., cravings.
2. A loss of control or the inability to limit levels of consumption.
3. Continuing to consume alcohol regardless of the negative social and health consequences.

Addiction usually begins in the brain. Substances cause a mental ‘high’ when chemicals are released into the brain’s reward system.

Continually using a substance, therefore, causes the brain to crave this feeling of pleasure. Over time, people build a tolerance and need more of the substance to gain the same effect. (2)

At this stage, people’s brains and bodies will often be dependent upon the substance to function properly. Without it, they are likely to experience withdrawal and begin to detox – more on this later.

It is not uncommon for people to ask: how do I know if I am addicted to alcohol?

In addition to the cravings and the inability to stop drinking, here are some common signs:

• Your daily routine is fitted around drinking alcohol.
• Drinking negatively impacts your work, hygiene, hobbies, or social interaction, for example.
• You are constantly thinking about alcohol.
• Your tolerance has increased.
• Drinking in inappropriate settings – whilst at work or driving, for example.

You can read more about the disease of addiction here.

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What is Rehab in Woodford Like?

Rehab or rehabilitation is a process of recovery – this could be following an operation, for an injury, for mental health issues, or, in this case, addiction. (3)

The purpose of rehab in Woodford is to provide people with the opportunity to overcome whatever they are struggling with.

Addiction is not considered a ‘choice’ or ‘moral failing’ on behalf of the addiction sufferer – so the focus of rehab is always on returning agency to the patient.

For those with substance addiction, rehab will offer 4 key things:

• Detox
• Therapy
• Relapse prevention
• Aftercare

During detox, people will be provided with medical assistance and will have a support network ready to help with any issues.

This is followed by therapy – a process of encouraging people to address the underlying causes of their addiction. This often involves sitting with a trained professional and discussing issues related to the addiction.

Relapse prevention helps people develop the tools needed to maintain sobriety when leaving rehab.

Aftercare is part of this, and people will continue to receive support.

Each of these aspects of rehab will be discussed in more detail below.

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Holding an Intervention in Woodford

An intervention is a gathering of friends and family to convince a loved one that they need to seek professional help for their addiction.

Interventions are usually the last resort and are aimed at loved ones that do not think that they need help or are unaware of how their addiction is harming them and their family and friends. (4)

According to research, interventions can be a highly successful and useful tool for communication.

However, if done on a whim, have the potential to cause more harm than good. It is, therefore, recommended to employ the help of a professional interventionist.

This could include a psychologist, a psychiatrist, or a social worker.

Such professionals will be able to help organise the intervention and act as a mediator.

For those that wish to conduct the intervention themselves, here are some useful tips and things to consider:

• Make sure to plan the intervention well – decide who will be involved and pick a safe place to hold it.
• Conduct some research about addiction – why it occurs and potential triggers, for example, and what treatment is available.
• Practice what you want to say – perhaps write it down in a letter.
• Remember that an intervention is aimed at encouraging, not condemning.
• Focus on being calm and empathetic.
• Understand how family and friends can supports loved ones through treatment.

It might be worth considering looking into one of the many professionally developed methods for intervention.

One such is the Community Reinforcement And Family Training (CRAFT) method.

CRAFT is specifically designed to help families with such things as mentioned above. Families will work alongside professionals to develop the necessary tools to conduct a successful intervention.

CRAFT focuses on:

• Teaching families the reason why addiction occurs.
• How to communicate and listen empathetically.
• What treatment is available and how to access it.
• Maintain boundaries and stop enabling behaviours.
• How to conduct and organise an intervention.

To ensure that your loved one gets the help they need from a drug and alcohol rehab in Woodford, call us today on 0800 088 66 86

What Treatment is Available in Woodford and How Much Does It Cost?

There are several free local drug and alcohol services located in Woodford and Redbridge.

The main service there is One North East, London (1NE). 1NE is accessible via self-referral or referral through a medical professional such as a GP. (5)

Service 1NE provide include:

• Structured treatment based on group therapy.
• Support for family and friends.
• Support for children and teens living with addiction.

For more information about 1NE and how they can help, please follow this link.

Many people wonder whether they can receive treatment through the NHS. Unfortunately, the NHS does not run a residential treatment facility.

They do, however, offer financial support to those with severe addiction. This funding is not easy to come by and requires people to meet certain criteria, such as having already tried local services and therapy.

In addition, funding from the NHS is received via funding from the Redbridge Council. This requires a lengthy application that must be done through a GP or other professional, such as a key worker.

Some other things to consider regarding NHS funding include:

• Waiting lists of 6 months and more.
• Having to detox before entering rehab.
• Having to attend a pre-rehab course.
• Funding is dependent upon the council’s budget.

Alternatively, there is always private rehab.

This will require people to pay for rehab themselves or through health insurance.

UK-based companies such as BUPA, provide health insurance that covers treatment costs.

Self-funding is, unfortunately, very expensive. The average private facility in the UK charges £300 to £400 per day for treatment.

For help accessing the right drug addiction treatment services in Woodford for your needs, call our team today on 0800 088 66 86

How Long Does Rehab Last in Woodford?

Treatment duration will depend upon what the facility offers and the person’s individual needs.

Some things that can influence the time people will spend in treatment include:

• The substance being treated
• How long the person has been using it
• and if the person has other medical issues.

Most rehabs recommend a minimum treatment period of 28 days – this covers drug detox, therapy, and relapse prevention.

Most rehabs, however, will offer 7-day, 14-day, 28-day, and 90-day treatment options.

7-day treatment might be more suited to someone that has a less severe addiction or just wants to detox.

Whereas, a 90-day treatment plan is probably best suited to those who have been using a long time and need extra support – medically or emotionally.

These are, however, just estimates. People will be assessed by a professional before entering treatment and a specific program will be suggested to them.

To find out how long your stay at a drug and alcohol rehab in Woodford is likely to last, talk to our expert team today on 0800 088 66 86

Inpatient vs Outpatient Rehab in Woodford

Professionally supported drug and alcohol rehab is one of the best ways to recover from addiction.

There are many different types of rehab but the two most common are inpatient and outpatient treatment.

Both offer the same, general, treatment – detox, therapy, relapse prevention, and aftercare.

However, inpatient rehab is residential, and outpatient is not. This means that people undergoing inpatient treatment will be expected to stay overnight at a facility.

Outpatient treatment, on the other hand, requires people to attend weekly appointments at a clinic, doctor’s surgery, or local service. Usually, people will be expected to attend for 12 to 14 hours per week.

The main benefits of inpatient treatment include its duration – usually 28 days, on average – 24/7 medical assistance, and removing a person from their usual environment.

Outpatient treatment can last a lot longer – sometimes up to a year – but benefits from being able to be fitted around people’s other engagements, such as work or childcare.

In addition, unlike residential treatment, outpatient can often be found for free through local services, such as 1NE. (6)

For help choosing between inpatient and outpatient rehab in Woodford, call our expert team today on 0800 088 66 86

Alcohol Detox and Rehabilitation in Woodford

The first stage of rehab is the same for every person. People will undergo a medical assessment that checks for any mental or physical issues; this will help professionals determine if there is any extra medical assistance needed.

Following this, people will begin to detox. This is the most variable aspect of rehab and will be different depending upon the substance.

Alcohol withdrawal symptoms are particularly unpleasant and can be life-threatening. Alcohol withdrawal is known medically as Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome (AWS). (7)

AWS symptoms range from mild to severe. Mild/moderate symptoms include:

• Shakes (tremors)
• Nausea
• Sweats
• Vomiting
• Anxiety
• Headaches
• Restlessness
• Decreased appetite

Severe symptoms include:

• Delirium tremens
• Disorientation
• High blood pressure
• Breathing problems
• Seizures
• Wernicke’s Encephalopathy

In most cases, people will be given a prescription drug such as Librium to alleviate some AWS symptoms, such as anxiety, restlessness, and decreased appetite. Such prescription drugs can make the difference between a successful or unsuccessful alcohol detox.

Make sure that your detox is safe and effective with the help of alcohol rehab in Woodford – call is today on 0800 088 66 86

Rehab for Cannabis, Cocaine, and Heroin in East Woodford

Cannabis withdrawal is less severe and, in most cases, does not require a cannabis detox.

Symptoms of cannabis withdrawal include headaches, stress, restlessness, decreased appetite, and anxiety.

These symptoms usually occur several hours to several days after the final consumption and last between 7 to 10 days.

Cannabis rehab tends to involve extensive therapy to address the root causes of cannabis addiction.

Cocaine withdrawal includes some physical symptoms, such as headaches, sweats, and fatigue, but tends to be more psychological and so cocaine detox is not needed.

Psychological symptoms of cocaine and crack cocaine addiction include paranoia, irritations, stress and anxiety.

Due to this, cocaine rehab is considered the best possible way to beat cocaine addiction.

Cocaine withdrawal symptoms can occur very quickly – in some cases 30 to 60 minutes after the final dose. Symptoms usually begin to reduce after several days but some can last up to 10 days.

Heroin detox is one of the worst detoxes to endure, due mainly to how addictive this substance is. Like alcohol, withdrawal symptoms range from mild to severe, with the latter being life-threatening.

Mild/moderate symptoms include:

• Sweats
• Vomiting
• Diarrohea
• Nausea
• Intense cravings
• Muscle aches

Severe symptoms include:

• Anxiety and depression
• Hallucinations
• Hypertension
• Insomnia
• Breathing problems
• Rapid heart rate

In most cases, people will not undergo a heroin detox cold turkey. Instead, people are likely to be given buprenorphine or methadone. (8)

Whatever addiction you are suffering from, get the help you need from rehab in Woodford by calling us on 0800 088 66 86

Dual Diagnosis at Rehab in Woodford

Dual diagnosis, or co-occurring disorders, is when a person suffers from both mental health issues and addiction.

For example, 50% of people that have mental health issues also have some form of substance dependency.

In addition, 37% of people with alcohol dependency and 53% of people with drug dependency are likely to suffer from mental health issues.

The reason for these statistics is that both mental health and addiction interact and influence each other in various ways.

People that have mental health issues, such as anxiety or depression, have been found to use substances as a form of self-treatment.

On the other hand, substances such as alcohol, cannabis, cocaine, and heroin, have all been found to increase mental health issues. (9)

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What Therapy Will I Receive During Rehab in Woodford?

Different rehabs will offer different types of therapy and addiction counselling. However, there are some that are more common than others.

This includes:

• Psychotherapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
• Motivational Interviewing (MI)
• Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET)
• Brief Interventions
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Holistic Therapy (Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Mindfulness, Meditation, Yoga, Acupuncture, Nutritional Counselling, etc.)
• Group Therapy

Talk therapy, or one-to-one therapy, involves speaking with a trained professional – a psychologist or psychiatrist, for example – about issues related to addiction.

This might centre around past trauma, childhood experiences, or relationships.

CBT focuses on how thoughts lead to behaviours, such as negative thoughts leading to substance abuse.

Changing thought patterns will help lead to positive behaviour changes.

MI is about understanding a person’s motivations, such as why they are motivated to use a substance.

People will work with a professional to change and reframe their motivations.

Holistic therapy is about a person’s well-being. To create a sense of well-being, people might attend yoga lessons, play instruments, do some gardening, or learn to meditate.

Group therapy is about peer support. The goal is to get like-minded people that are going through similar experiences to talk about their issues and struggles.

By doing do, people can feel less isolated and more accountable for their sobriety. (10)

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Relapse Prevention and Aftercare in Woodford

Experts have agreed that abstinence is far more effective than harm reduction or moderation management – as a result, that’s what rehabs focus on.

Although research has found that rehab has a high success rate for people maintaining sobriety, people are still likely to encounter potential triggers after completing their treatment program.

Because of this, the final stages of rehab focus on relapse prevention and aftercare.

The former seeks to prepare people for entering their old environments and being aware of what might cause a relapse.

People will work with a professional to discuss and write down potential triggers – social occasions, relationships, or work, for example.

In addition, people will be taught useful tools that can be implemented should any temptation occur.

This will include practising cognitive reappraisal (changing thoughts), emotional management, and positive and effective communication. (11)

Upon finishing treatment, people will be provided with aftercare. This includes check-ups, continued therapy, and help engaging with local services, such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), or SMART recovery.

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Getting in touch

To discover how Rehab Recovery may assist in helping you secure your long-term recovery from alcohol and drug addiction in Woodford, contact us today on 0800 088 66 86.

Addiction to drugs and alcohol is surely a burden you wish to shift this year.

Allow Rehab Recovery to help you in taking this important first step into treatment.

We also offer our drug and alcohol rehab services in a variety of locations near Woodford, including in Barnet, Beckenham, Bexley, Brent, Bromley, Camden, Croydon, Ealing, Enfield, Finsbury Park, Hackney, Hammersmith, Haringey, Harlow, Harrow, Hounslow, Islington, Chelsea, Kingston, Lambeth, Lewisham, Merton, Newham, Orpington, Richmond, Romford, Sevenoaks, Southwark, Tottenham, Uxbridge, Wandsworth, Watford and Westminster.

References

(1) https://www.redbridge.gov.uk/media/7670/annual_public_health_report_2019_20.pdf

(2) Witkiewitz, K., R. Z. Litten, and L. Leggio. “Advances in the science and treatment of alcohol use disorder.” Science advances 5, no. 9 (2019): eaax4043.

(3) Paul, Howard A. “The Complete Family Guide to Addiction: Everything You Need to Know Now to Help Your Loved One and Your Self: Harrison, TF, & Connery, HS (2019). New York, NY: Guilford Press, vii+ 262 pp., $16.95 (paperback).” (2020): 53-59.

(4) Ibid.

(5) http://www.1ne.org.uk/

(6) Kaye, Alan David, Nalini Vadivelu, and Richard D. Urman, eds. Substance abuse: Inpatient and outpatient management for every clinician. Springer, 2014.

(7) Bayard, Max, Jonah Mcintyre, Keith Hill, and Jack Woodside. “Alcohol withdrawal syndrome.” American family physician 69, no. 6 (2004): 1443-1450.

(8) West, Robert, and Michael Gossop. “Overview: a comparison of withdrawal symptoms from different drug classes.” Addiction 89, no. 11 (1994): 1483-1489.

(9) Tiet, Quyen Q., and Brent Mausbach. “Treatments for patients with dual diagnosis: a review.” Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research 31, no. 4 (2007): 513-536.

(10) Miller, William R., Carolina E. Yahne, and J. Scott Tonigan. “Motivational interviewing in drug abuse services: a randomized trial.” Journal of consulting and clinical psychology 71, no. 4 (2003): 754.

(11) Brandon, Thomas H., Jennifer Irvin Vidrine, and Erika B. Litvin. “Relapse and relapse prevention.” Annu. Rev. Clin. Psychol. 3 (2007): 257-284.