Drug Addiction
is a psychological and physical inability to stop consuming drugs/substances, even though it is causing psychological and physical harm.
Drug De-addiction/Rehabilitation
Is the process of medical or psychotherapeutic treatment for dependency on psychoactive substances such as alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, etc.
It includes:
1. Detoxification:
This is the first step in treatment. It involves clearing a substance from the body and limiting withdrawal reactions with the help of medications
2. Counselling and Behavioural therapies:
Therapy might occur on a one-to-one, group, or family basis depending on the needs of the individual.
Different types of therapy include:
– Motivational interviewing
– Cognitive-behavioral therapy
– Multi dimensional family therapy
3. Treatment of Co-morbid disorders:
Co-morbid disorders (eg: depression) are comprehensively analyzed and treated by expert faculty
4. Rehabilitation services:
Long-term treatment programs for substance-related and addictive disorders can be highly effective and typically focus on remaining drug-free and resuming function within social, professional, and family responsibilities.
5. Self-help groups:
These may help the recovering individual meet others with the same addictive disorder which often boosts motivation and reduces feelings of isolation.
Example: Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
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