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Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Newport

Unfortunately, recent statistics have found that drug and alcohol abuse in Wales and Newport are at their highest ever recorded rates, according to a recent study carried out by Public Health Wales.

In particular, drug deaths have been increasing year after year across Wales, with deaths caused by drug poisoning increasing by almost 80% over the past decade. [1]

Unfortunately, more people in Newport and Wales are also using drugs and alcohol on a recreational basis.

In particular, more people are abusing drugs such as cocaine and MDMA on a regular and recreational basis, which we all know are highly addictive and damaging drugs. [1,2]

When it comes to drug referrals, there were almost 25,000 drug referrals made in Wales between 2018 and 2019. Of these referrals, just over 2,000 people did not attend their referral assessment. [2]

As we all know, these resources are limited and stretched at the best of times, and simply cannot afford to have people not turn up to appointments.

Of the almost 25,000 drug referrals made between 2018 and 2019, a large proportion was already on the referral database, as just 10,000 of them were brand-new referrals highlighting an ongoing problem. [2]

When it comes to hospital admissions, 2,179 people per every 100,000 people are referred to hospital every year. [3]

A staggering 52.5% of these referrals were found to cite alcohol as their addictive substance, and 47.5% highlighted drugs as their addictive substance. Of all alcohol referrals, 63.2% of these were males, and males also accounted for 71.8% of all drug referrals. [2]

When it comes to age, most people referred to services for an alcohol referral were aged 42, whereas the medium age for people with drug addiction was younger, at 33. [2]

Unfortunately, heroin accounted for just over 16% of all drug referrals, which is a really shocking statistic considering how addictive and damaging heroin can be.

Cannabis then accounted for just over 10% of all drug referrals, with cocaine accounting for just over 6% of all drug referrals in Wales and Newport. [2]

For more information about drug and alcohol rehab in Newport, please contact Rehab Recovery today at 0800 088 66 86.

What is Alcohol Addiction?

Alcohol can be a highly addictive substance if abused frequently enough. Whilst most people across the world consume alcohol recreationally, some people who abuse alcohol on a regular basis will become dependent on the substance.

When someone is addicted to alcohol, they continue to drink and abuse the substance even when they are fully aware of its damage to their body, mind, relationships and loved ones.

Unfortunately, millions of people across the world are addicted to alcohol, and its effects seep through to the rest of society in many different ways.

According to a whole host of recent studies, there are thousands of people across Wales and Newport who abuse alcohol and are now addicted to the substance.

You know someone is addicted to alcohol when it starts to take over their entire life, and when they are well aware of the damage it is doing to them, but can’t seem to stop abusing the substance.

There are a number of signs and symptoms to look out for if you think someone you know and love is addicted to alcohol. Some of these symptoms are listed below.

• Insomnia
• Being and feeling sick
• Struggling to gain weight
• Smelling of alcohol frequently
• Changing friendship groups and spending more time with people who you suspect also abuse alcohol on a frequent basis
• Struggling to stay awake
• Mood swings
• Anger issues
• Feeling depressed
• Feeling anxious
• A change in appearance
• A change to their personal hygiene levels
• An increase in tolerance
• Struggling with time management and constantly being late
• Not showing up to work, college or school

If someone you know is showing some of these signs and symptoms, then they might be suffering from alcohol addiction. If you suspect that someone you know and love is suffering, then you need to get them the help that they need.

Medical Alcohol & Drug Detox in Newport

If you are addicted to alcohol in Newport, then you will need to undergo a detox if you want to recover.

This is because alcohol is physically addictive, which means that your body will be physically dependent on the substance.

You will have to undergo this detox before being able to receive any other treatment or therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).

If you suffer from a severe addiction to alcohol, then you will need to detox within a rehab centre. This is so that doctors and medical professionals can monitor your withdrawal symptoms, which can be fairly unpleasant.

Your withdrawal symptoms will range from mild, to moderate and severe. Below is a list of some of the most common withdrawal symptoms experienced by those withdrawing and detoxing from an addiction to alcohol. [4]

• Excessive sweating
• The shakes
• Being and feeling sick
• Hallucinating
• Feeling very irritated
• Suffering from depression and anxiety
• Struggling to eat
• A loss of appetite
• An increased heart rate

Whilst these withdrawal symptoms are unpleasant, you cannot recover from an addiction to alcohol without experiencing them. Once you have completed this withdrawal, you will then be able to receive other treatment including therapy.

For more information about drug and alcohol rehab in Newport, please contact Rehab Recovery today at 0800 088 66 86.

Aftercare in a Drug or Alcohol Rehab in Newport

Once you attend drug and alcohol rehab in Newport, you will then have to attend a range of aftercare services to continue your recovery.

1. SMART Meetings in Newport

SMART meetings are available across most cities in the UK, and are an alternative to Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous.

2. Al-Anon Family Group Meetings in Newport

Al-Anon family group meetings are available to family and friends of those suffering from an alcohol or drug addiction. They provide loved ones with support and advice so that they can continue to support their loved ones with their addiction.

3. Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous in Newport

If you need more help and support after attending drug and alcohol rehab in Newport, then you might want to look into attending either Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous. They both follow the 12-step approach to recovery and have been helping people to stay sober for a number of years.

4. Outpatient Treatment in Newport

Outpatient treatment in Newport is a great way of receiving ongoing support and help for your substance use addiction. You might be able to continue receiving one-to-one counselling and support through outpatient treatment whilst being able to remain living in the comfort of your own home.

NHS vs. Private Addiction Treatment

If you are wondering whether to attend NHS-funded rehab treatment or private rehab treatment, then the below section will be helpful to you.

The NHS are able to fund some drug and alcohol rehab treatment in Newport. However, as you will know, NHS funding is very limited up and down the country, including in Wales.

This means that not everyone who needs drug and alcohol rehab in Newport will be accepted.

NHS-funded rehab is in huge demand because it does not cost you a penny. You will be able to attend inpatient rehab treatment for free, and won’t have to pay for your detox or your therapy afterwards.

The great thing about NHS-funded rehab treatment is that due to a lack of funding, you will be placed in a private rehab centre.

This means that by opting for NHS-funded rehab treatment in Newport, you will be placed on a bed within a private rehab treatment centre and will receive very similar treatment to fee-paying patients.

Nevertheless, there is a long waiting list to attend NHS-funded drug and alcohol rehab treatment in Newport. This is simply due to the high demand the NHS currently suffers from.

This is why a lot of people opt for private drug and alcohol rehab treatment in Newport. Private drug and alcohol rehab treatment in Newport allows people the chance to get treatment almost immediately, as there aren’t the same waiting lists as the NHS.

You will also get the chance to opt for a private room within a drug and alcohol rehab centre. This means that you will get your own room in a private facility, which will give you the space and freedom to recover comfortably without having to share a room with someone else.

However, the main con to private drug and alcohol rehab in Newport is that you will have to pay the fees associated with private rehab.

This can be extremely expensive and can set most people back a few thousand pounds for just a few weeks inside a drug and alcohol rehab centre.

This is why a lot of people are simply unable to afford to attend private drug and alcohol rehab, as they simply cannot get their hands on that amount of money in time.

As you can see, there are lots of pros and cons to both NHS-funded rehab treatment and private rehab treatment. If you desperately need rehab treatment, then we would recommend private rehab treatment, as you will have to wait a number of weeks or even months if you opt for NHS-funded rehab treatment.

For more information about drug and alcohol rehab in Newport, please contact Rehab Recovery today at 0800 088 66 86.

FAQ’s

Below, we provide some frequently asked questions about the drug and alcohol rehab process in Newport:

How much does drug and alcohol rehab in Newport cost?

As discussed above, the main con to private drug and alcohol rehab in Newport is that it can cost a lot of money. Unfortunately, this makes it inaccessible for a number of people who suffer from a drug or alcohol addiction.

A lot of people who desperately need drug and alcohol rehab treatment in Newport simply put off even enquiring about rehab treatment, because they know just how expensive it can be.

Lots of things can affect how expensive your stint in rehab is, including some of the following factors.

• Where your rehab centre is based
• How long you need to stay in drug and alcohol rehab in Newport for
• What substances you are addicted to
• Whether or not you will require a medical detox
• How severe your drug or alcohol addiction is

The above factors will influence how expensive your stay in rehab will be. Whilst costs for rehab differ up and down the country, most drug and alcohol rehab centres will charge approximately £500 a day in order to attend and undergo treatment.

If you think that you or someone you know needs to attend drug and alcohol rehab in Newport, then speak to your local GP or to a member of the team at Rehab Recovery for support on how you will be able to pay for your treatment.

How long is drug and alcohol rehab in Newport?

Most people who suffer from a drug or alcohol addiction will put off attending drug and alcohol rehab in Newport because they are worried about how long they will have to stay in the rehab facility.

For someone who is suffering from a severe addiction to drugs or alcohol, the idea of being taken away from your loved ones, friends, environment and substances can be extremely daunting. However, how long you will need to stay in drug and alcohol rehab in Newport will depend entirely on your personal circumstances.

The average time spent in a rehab facility is approximately 28 days for those with a moderate addiction. This is usually enough time for someone with a moderate addiction to successfully detox from their addiction and receive some treatment.

However, if your addiction is more severe, then you might need to spend a number of months in your chosen rehab centre. For example, someone suffering from a severe addiction, including a dual diagnosis might stay in rehab for up to 90 days.

If you think that you need to attend drug and alcohol rehab in Newport but are worried about how long you might need to stay in rehab, then speak to someone in the Rehab Recovery team.

How invasive is the treatment?

Lots of people also put off attending drug and alcohol rehab treatment because they are worried about how invasive treatment is. However, it is important to remember that rehab treatment is exactly that, it is a form of treatment which aims to heal you and get you onto the road to recovery.

Whilst the detox part of the process might seem daunting, it is important to remember that you are in control at all times.

The rest of your rehab treatment will be spent trying to heal the mental side of your addiction. Whilst parts of your therapy treatment might seem daunting, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, it is essential to remember that again you are fully in control.

For more information about drug and alcohol rehab in Newport, please contact Rehab Recovery today at 0800 088 66 86.

Contact Rehab Recovery

If you or someone you know needs help with a drug or alcohol addiction, then contact our friendly and helpful team at Rehab Recovery. Start by giving us a call at 0800 088 66 86 or by visiting us online at www.rehab-recovery.co.uk.

Our team of specialists will talk you through the admissions process and will recommend the best rehab centres for you and your circumstances in your area.

References

[1] https://phw.nhs.wales/news/drug-deaths-at-their-highest-ever-levels-in-wales/

[2] https://www.gov.wales/sites/default/files/publications/2019-10/treatment-data-substance-misuse-in-wales-2018-19.pdf

[3] https://www.infobasecymru.net/IAS/themes/healthandsocialcare/generalhealth/tabular?viewId=52&geoId=1&subsetId=

[4] https://dsm.psychiatryonline.org/doi/book/10.1176/appi.books.9780890425596