Drug addiction is a chronic relapsing disease characterized by compulsive and at times uncontrollable drug craving, seeking, and use that persists even in the face of extremely negative consequences.
You would meet to the criteria of drug addiction which includes;
Compulsive behaviour, reinforcing behaviour (rewarding or pleasurable), loss of control in limiting intake.
Yes you can be addicted to more than one substance. This could be due to using one substance to complement the other like in cigarette and alcohol, cocaine and heroin, cocaine and diazepam. Some of these drugs are gateway drugs too. So they open channels to using higher substances.
If you develop a co-morbid depressive disorder, you would require a specialist evaluation to know if it’s a major depressive disorder, or substance induced.
There is an essential need for assessment with the clinician so problem statements could be identified. An individualized treatment plan is worked out along with the client.
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Our core is addiction treatment and rehabilitation services. We have a vast network of treatment centres we in partnership with. We would recommend best treatment for you following assessment carried out by our clinician.
CONTACT A&D REFERRAL SERVICES, 09083574768 today.
We work with a team of professionals, psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, social workers, counsellors, occupational therapists and peer educators. We can book an appointment with a therapist/counsellor today. Call us
If you are not ready, is it due to financial constraints or due to contemplation of dropping the habit?
Most rehabilitation centres prefer clients willing for treatment but this doesn’t mean unwilling clients can’t get treated.
If you are contemplating on dropping the habit, book an appointment with a therapist to explore motivational therapy. Drug addiction causes negative consequences affecting physical and mental health, relationships and social functioning. Delay in seeking for help causes deterioration in the biopsychosocial wellbeing of the individual.
If you seek treatment for an addiction then YES, you need to attend and embrace a treatment program.