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Taking a step back and admitting that you have an alcohol addiction is no easy feat. Maybe you have had a feeling that alcohol has been a problem for a while now, but never wanted to admit it or address the issue. Whatever your story looks like, it’s brave to acknowledge that there is something wrong.

When you check into The Sands Treatment Center, you may be curious as to what your time here is going to look like. After all, every rehabilitation center is a little bit different. But try and not stress too much. You are in good hands and will find that fighting addiction is something you can do when you put your mind to it. And our staff will be there every step of the way to help you out.

To get more insight into alcohol addiction treatment and what rehabilitation will be like, keep reading.

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Who Should Seek Treatment?

If you haven’t checked yourself into a treatment center yet, but have been considering it, this is for you. The usual thought process is that someone’s addiction needs to become deadly or rock bottom for them to receive help, and that’s just not true. Anyone can come to rehab. Whether you have had an addiction for a while now or feel as if you drink too much, our center will accept you and get you the help you think you need. We handle cases from mild to severe. Another misconception is that people can get sober on their own. While we are sure there are some success stories out there, it’s immensely more difficult to do it on your own. Being in a community where everyone is seeking sobriety and has professional help is likely to yield a more successful outcome.

What is the Treatment Process?

The main thing to remember about treatment is that everyone’s process is going to look a little bit different. Some people have substance abuse problems with more than one drug, while others only have a problem with alcohol. Plus, everyone’s body and mind react differently. One kind of therapy may work for you, and no one else in the facility. Some of the options that we might try are alcohol detox, addiction treatment medications, faith-based treatment, different kinds of therapy, and support groups.

Alcohol Detox

One of the things we will try in the beginning is alcohol detox. The reason many facilities will start with detox is that it’s a great way of getting all of the alcohol out of your system. Once you have no alcohol in your system, the legit treatment can begin. Another reason we do this is to ease the withdrawal symptoms. One of the worst parts of achieving sobriety is the withdrawal symptoms people get after giving up their alcohol or drug of choice. Even if someone has decided on becoming clean, the symptoms alone are enough for some people to give in. This scenario makes it that much more critical for detox, especially in severe circumstances.

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Support Groups

One thing that seems cliche, but works wonders is support groups. These groups have the power to motivate and inspire those who are seeking sobriety or looking to maintain it. There’s something about being surrounded by people of similar interest or goals that makes everything a little bit easier.

Those who struggle with addiction may have surrounded themselves with others who are also addicted and drinking all the time – which isn’t the greatest help if you’re trying to get sober. When you choose sobriety, you no longer can or want to be around those people. Support groups such as AA and the 12 Step Programs are great ways to meet new people and stay on track.

We Can Help!

Whether you are thinking about checking yourself into rehab or have recently checked in, knowing what to expect is a huge weight lifted off of your shoulders. Treatment can seem scary, but it is ultimately here to help you. The road is going to be long and hard at times; however, our team at The Sands Treatment Center is here to help you. We want to see you reach your goal of sobriety and remain sober. Contact us today.

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