Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Hucknall
It’s normal to feel ashamed and alone when struggling with an addiction, but drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall can help you take back control of your life and start the process of recovery.
Learn more about how rehab works, how much is costs and how you can access this potentially life-changing treatment.
Start your recovery journey today by calling our expert team to access drug & alcohol rehab in Hucknall on 0800 088 66 86
Drug and alcohol statistics in Hucknall
Located in Nottinghamshire, Hucknall is a market town famous for being the final resting place of Lord Byron who is buried there at St. Mary Magdalene Church.
However, it is also becoming known for its high rates of drug and alcohol use.
It’s thought that over 175,000 people in Nottinghamshire are at risk of drug or alcohol addiction – that’s almost one in four people. [1]
The county also has the highest rate of alcohol-related deaths in the East Midlands, with 120 reported between 2020 and 2021. [2]
Drug-related arrests in Hucknall have increased this year, with police stepping up their crackdown on illegal substances. [3]
Residents of Hucknall can benefit from a wide variety of drug and alcohol rehabs, so continue reading to learn more about how you can get help for your addiction.
Which drugs are the most addictive?
While it’s possible to become addicted to many legal and illegal substances, some are thought to be more addictive than others.
We are seeing higher numbers of people attending drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall to treat a heroin, cocaine or alcohol addiction due to the highly addictive nature of these drugs.
Alcohol
Alcohol is one of the most commonly used drugs in the world, and it is also extremely addictive.
As many people use alcohol as a social lubricant or a way to wind down at the end of the day, an addiction can form slowly over time without you realising it.
Alcohol is a depressant that allows down your central nervous system. Its effects include drowsiness, euphoria, confusion and memory loss. [4]
Heroin
Heroin is viewed as one of the most addictive and dangerous substances in the world.
It is made from morphine that has been extracted from the opium poppy. Heroin can give you a rush of euphoria followed by a feeling of relaxation. [5]
Most people who use heroin will inject it, which increases your risk of abscesses or contracting a blood-borne disease such as hepatitis or HIV.
Cocaine
Commonly sold as a white powder, cocaine is a stimulant that can make you feel extremely energised, confident and euphoric.
As the effects last for a very short amount of time, many people will take cocaine multiple times in one session. [6]
This increases the addictiveness of this substance and can make the resulting come down even more uncomfortable and difficult to deal with.
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Why should you go to drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall?
You may be thinking, ‘Rehab is so expensive, surely I can recover from addiction by myself?’
The number one reason to go to drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall is safety.
Withdrawing from drugs and alcohol can be dangerous, and people have died after attempting to undergo this by themselves.
At rehab you will be monitored and cared for by staff as you go through the detox process, and they will be able to prescribe medications if you need them. This can make it easier and more comfortable to complete the detox.
Going to rehab is also an opportunity to rebuild your life. Many people come to us after losing a relationship, a job or custody of their children, and getting sober is the first step towards taking back control of your life.
You will also learn more about yourself after completing drug and alcohol rehab, as you go back through your past with your counsellor and understand how your experiences and thoughts have shaped your behaviour today.
What types of rehab are available in Hucknall?
Residents of Hucknall can access a wide range of addiction treatments and types of rehab, making it easier than ever to take the first step towards recovery.
Inpatient rehab
If you would benefit from leaving your current living environment and home life, inpatient rehab may be the best choice for you.
This allows you to stay at the rehab clinic until your treatment programme has been completed, removing the triggers and temptations of the outside world and allowing you to focus on your recovery.
While this is generally the most expensive form of rehab, it is also widely regarded as the most effective.
Outpatient rehab
We understand that many people have additional responsibilities such as work and childcare which may prevent them from seeking help for their addiction.
Outpatient rehab is a way to attend rehab part-time without having to take time off work or organise childcare, making addiction treatment more accessible to single parents and those on lower incomes.
It is often cheaper than inpatient rehab and allows for a more flexible schedule.
Private rehab
Paying for your own addiction treatment is known as private rehab, and this option comes with many benefits.
You will be able to design and adjust your treatment programme to suit you, instead of following a general plan and timeframe.
This means that you can stay at rehab for as long as your budget allows and also potentially access different types of therapy that are more niche, such as equine therapy and dance therapy.
NHS-funded rehab
Drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall isn’t just restricted to those on higher incomes who can afford expensive treatments.
If you are eligible for NHS-funded rehab then you may be able to access addiction treatment for free.
Speak to your doctor to see whether your circumstances meet the criteria and get help with your application.
Start your recovery journey today by calling our expert team to access drug & alcohol rehab in Hucknall on 0800 088 66 86
How much does drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall cost?
Paying for rehab is often one of the most difficult parts of the journey and can even prevent many people from seeking help in the first place.
But drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall may not be out of reach for you.
While the average cost of rehab is £495 per day, you can often find clinics and programmes that charge far less.
Some charge as little as £1,000 per week compared to more luxurious facilities that charge upwards of £100,000 for a 30-day treatment programme.
You will need to identify the aspects of rehab that will benefit you most and choose a clinic that can meet your needs.
For example, if you need a private room then you may want to look at a more basic clinic with affordable rates or opt for an outpatient programme.
However, if you require a specific type of therapy such as equine therapy then you may end up paying more, although this is not always the case.
How long does drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall last?
It can be difficult to leave rehab knowing you would benefit from a longer stay, so it’s important to choose your programme length carefully.
You can usually choose from a 30-day treatment programme, a 60-day treatment programme or a 90-day treatment programme at rehab.
Speak to your doctor or medical team for advice and guidance on how long you should remain at rehab.
It’s also common to want to leave your treatment programme early. You may be finding it difficult to deal with the withdrawal symptoms, miss your family and friends back home or simply feel that you don’t want to engage in treatment right now.
Despite these feelings, we recommend persevering and completing your treatment programme at drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall.
Each stage of the process is important and missing them may impact your long-term recovery.
What should I pack for drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall?
Packing for rehab can be difficult, as many of the items that you would usually bring for an overnight stay may be prohibited.
Most rehab clinics will send you a list of items to bring with you, but we’ve listed the most common and useful belongings to pack to help make the process a little easier for you.
Essentials that you should pack for drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall include:
- Any prescription medication that you need to take, but check with the clinic beforehand to ensure that you are allowed to bring it
- A notepad, pen and stamps, for writing letters to friends and family and journalling
- A list of names, addresses and phone numbers of people that you want to keep in touch with during your stay
- Cash to use in vending machines
- Comfortable clothing that you can relax in
- Photographs of friends or family members
- Books to read, but check with the clinic beforehand to ensure that your reading materials are approved
- Personal hygiene products such as a toothbrush, shampoo and deodorant
If there are any other items that you wish to bring such as electronics, bedding, cigarettes or vitamins, check with the clinic to ensure you do not bring any prohibited items into the grounds.
Start your recovery journey today by calling our expert team to access drug & alcohol rehab in Hucknall on 0800 088 66 86
Should I travel for rehab or stay local?
Deciding where to go for drug and alcohol rehab is a big decision.
If you live in Hucknall, you may wish to stay local and attend rehab in your town. Alternatively, many people from across the country travel to Hucknall to attend rehab there.
If you choose to attend a local rehab, you will benefit from being close to your friends and family members. It will also be easier for you to get to the clinic, and we know how important it is to remove any barriers towards accessing treatment.
You will also be better placed to receive aftercare and support in Hucknall as well as access the rehab’s alumni programme where you can meet up with other former patients and complete activities.
Travelling for rehab can open up the entire country and even the world, so you can choose from some of the top drug and alcohol rehabs available.
It can also be beneficial to completely remove yourself from your current living situation, as this can reduce triggers – you won’t have to see the pub that you used to drink at, or you’ll be further away from the people that you always used drugs with.
The choice is yours, so make sure to think carefully about the pros and cons of each option before you make your decision.
What is a medical drug and alcohol detox?
One of the first things you will do when you begin your treatment programme is undergoing a full medical detox.
This is done to flush all substances from your system, so you can begin to recover from the physical dependency that you may have on drugs and alcohol as well as focus on the psychological side of recovery with a clear mind.
A detox is more than just quitting drugs and alcohol cold turkey – in most cases, you will be given a personalised plan that instructs you to slowly decrease your use of substances over 7-10 days.
This can reduce the severity of withdrawal symptoms, which most people will experience in some capacity.
Common withdrawal symptoms that you may experience during a detox include:
- Fatigue
- Nausea and vomiting
- Sweating
- Tremors
- Mood swings
- Restlessness
- Agitation
- Cravings
Staff will keep an eye on you throughout the process to make sure your withdrawal symptoms do not become severe.
They can also prescribe medications to help soothe any particularly uncomfortable or unpleasant detox symptoms.
What is delirium tremens?
While most people experience only mild to moderate alcohol withdrawal symptoms, a small number of people will develop severe symptoms.
This is known as delirium tremens and can be extremely dangerous or even fatal if not treated properly. [7]
Anyone can develop delirium tremens during an alcohol detox, but it is more common in those who have been drinking large amounts of alcohol for a long time.
You are also more likely to develop this condition if you have had it before, or if you have suffered a head injury or infection as someone with an alcohol use disorder.
Signs of delirium tremens include:
- Extreme confusion develops suddenly
- Strong and uncontrollable body tremors
- Hallucinations
- Sensitivity to light and sound
- Falling into a deep sleep for a day or more
- Frequent and sudden mood swings
If you are attempting to cut down or completely detox from alcohol, we recommend that you do so at a professional rehab clinic with 24/7 supervision.
This will help to keep you safe and increase your chances of success.
Start your recovery journey today by calling our expert team to access drug & alcohol rehab in Hucknall on 0800 088 66 86
What is a supervised home detox?
While we do recommend detoxing at a drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall, in some cases it is possible to go through the process at home.
This is known as a supervised home detox, and you will need to meet specific criteria to be eligible for this treatment.
They include:
- No prior experiences of seizures, either during withdrawal or at other times
- You are not drinking more than 30 units of alcohol a day
- You are able to commit to a 10-day home detox programme
- Someone will be at your home to care for you throughout the process
This is to keep you safe and minimise the risk of experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms. [8]
You will first meet with a doctor, and this can be over the phone or through video chat. They will assess you and send you a personalised detox plan as well as any medication you may need.
Throughout the detox process, you will be encouraged to relax and recover, and your doctor will check in on you periodically.
When performed correctly, a supervised home detox is a safe and effective option for flushing all substances from your body.
What types of addiction counselling will I receive at drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall?
Throughout recent years, the topic of addiction counselling has been studied extensively and many new types of therapy have been developed.
It is now widely understood that different people can benefit from different types of counselling and that some types can even be combined to boost effectiveness.
Some of the types of addiction counselling you may be offered at drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall include:
- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
- Family therapy
- Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT)
- Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing therapy (EMDR)
- Motivational enhancement therapy (MET)
- Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
- 12-Step facilitation therapy (TSF)
- Holistic and alternative therapies
- Codependency therapy
- Trauma-focused therapy
Some of the above therapies work well as stand-alone treatments, such as CBT. Others such as EMDR and holistic therapies are more effective when combined with other treatments.
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What goes into a relapse prevention plan?
It’s important to be prepared when leaving rehab, as you will suddenly be exposed to triggers and temptations that you were previously shielded from in the clinic.
Your counsellor can help with this by assisting you in creating a relapse prevention plan, to help you stay sober after leaving drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall.
A physical relapse prevention plan may contain some of the following information:
- Techniques such as HALT (Hungry, Angry, Lonely and Tired) which can help you to stay mindful of your thoughts and behaviours [9]
- Worksheets and documents to complete on a regular basis
- Phone numbers of people and organisations to contact, such as a sponsor or local support groups
- Information about your triggers and how to effectively manage them
A relapse prevention plan doesn’t need to be written down – many people keep the information in their heads.
There are also other ways to plan for life outside of rehab, such as completing role-plays with your counsellor.
If there is a specific situation that could lead you to relapse and you don’t feel confident in how to handle it, roleplaying is an effective way to practise and perfect your response.
It’s thought that up to 60% of people relapse after leaving rehab.
While it’s important to do everything you can to minimise your risk, it’s also important to know that a relapse isn’t the end of your recovery journey – it’s just a bump in the road.
What is a needle exchange service?
If you are addicted to injectable drugs such as heroin, you are at greater risk of developing a blood-borne disease such as hepatitis or HIV.
Some of these diseases can affect your quality of life or even shorten it in some cases.
A needle exchange service provides a safe and free way to access sterile injecting equipment such as needles and syringes. You can also dispose of any used equipment safely. [10]
These services are completely confidential and you do not need to be in rehab to use them, although staff are able to help you seek treatment if you decide to.
Speak to your doctor to find out where the closest needle exchange service is to you, or research online for more information.
It is recommended that you use this service in conjunction with an inpatient or outpatient addiction treatment programme, to help keep you safe while you recover.
Start your recovery journey today by calling our expert team to access drug & alcohol rehab in Hucknall on 0800 088 66 86
What types of aftercare and support services are available after drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall?
Finding the right support is crucial after leaving rehab, as this is the time when you are most vulnerable.
Some of the most popular types of aftercare and support services available after drug and alcohol rehab in Hucknall include:
- Local support groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous meet regularly to support members through addiction recovery.
- It is recommended that you organise ongoing counselling once you leave rehab, either through the NHS or privately.
- Some people may benefit from a sober living house to bridge the gap between rehab and daily life.
- Finding a sponsor can help you to successfully navigate life after rehab with support and connection.
- Getting involved with your rehab’s alumni programme can help you to stay in touch with former patients and attend events and activities.
- For additional support you may wish to attend rehab as an outpatient or sign up for a SMART Recovery
Studies have shown that implementing just one of the above suggestions can drastically improve your recovery and reduce your chances of relapse.
References
[4] https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/alcohol
[5] https://nida.nih.gov/publications/drugfacts/heroin
[6] https://nida.nih.gov/publications/drugfacts/cocaine
[7] https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000766.htm
[8] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6299173/
[9] https://www.mindtools.com/acd2ov1/what-are-the-halt-risk-states
[10] https://slam.nhs.uk/needle-exchange
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