- What is addiction?
Anything that may have become a compulsion to an individual, something which they can't live without, no matter how hard they try, can be termed as an addiction. This is usually considered a brain disorder, whereby an individual though aware of the adverse consequences, can't bring himself or herself to stop from going through with the addiction. Addictions can either be behavioural or substantial.
- What are the two different types of addiction?
An individual usually seeks addiction treatment services when he or she goes through any form of behavioural or substance addiction which may be detrimental to his/her overall well-being and to the well being of those around him/her.
While behavioural addiction includes – gambling, sexual addiction, over-eating, video games, shopping and the like, whereas substance addiction includes – alcohol, nicotine, drugs and the like.
- How does one know when he/she needs to opt for addiction treatment services?
The reason one may need to opt for addiction treatment services is when any action slowly begins to become an obsession for him/her. Also, when this obsession or compulsion slowly begins to hamper his/her overall physical and mental well-being as well as of those around him or her, then opting for addiction treatment services is considered an absolute must.
- What are the different types of treatment one may be subjected to?
Some of the methods opted for by de-addiction experts are –
- Detoxification whereby the individual is made to give up on the addictive substance completely by opting for a healthier alternative
- Inpatient residential treatment whereby the individual is kept under the watchful eyes of the therapist so as to keep close monitoring of his situation
- Hospitalisation which depends on the severity of the addiction being suffered by the individual
- Outpatient treatment whereby, an individual is brought in and the doctor prescribes certain corrective measures such as medicines or other alternatives which the patient needs to follow-through
Seeking addiction treatment therapy services is a very brave step towards bringing change in one's self, and if anything that deserves applause and appreciation in itself.