Heroin Addiction Treatment
Heroin is synthesised from morphine, a naturally occurring substance that is extracted from the seeds of the poppy plant. However, this is the base form of heroin, and there are many diluted forms which only add further harmful chemicals to the drug and increase the possible risks involved.
Heroin is an opioid, and the addiction is an intense physical addiction, one that is very hard to resist. While heroin users may understand the damaging effects of consistent drug use, many addicts continue taking heroin just to avoid the effects of withdrawal.
Since the effects of heroin give the user a brief, false sense of freedom from their reality, anxiety and pain, it can keep you in a constant cycle of repetitive use.
There are several methods by which heroin can be ingested:
- Snorted
- Injected
- Smoked (referred to as chasing the dragon)
If you, or your loved one, are currently struggling with a heroin addiction, you are not alone. Every year new cases of heroin dependency are reported in South Africa; sadly, very few seek out treatment immediately.
Seek out help for Heroin
Heroin is a powerful drug and can be highly addictive while notoriously hard to resist once regular use has been established.
It not only begins to affect your mind but has visible effects on internal organs and even your physical appearance.
The drug goes by many names and can be referred to as one of the following by those who use slang terminology:
- H
- Smack
- Brown Sugar
- Rock
- Slow
- China White
- White
- Junk
- Dragon
Side effects of heroin
Treating an addiction to heroin is usually a multi-faceted approach that involves therapy, medication, support groups, and lifestyle changes. To improve the chances of rehabilitation, it is best to monitor the process with professional help. Those who can gauge which parts of the treatment would be most effective and how to give the addict the greatest chance of recovery.
Regardless of the type of heroin addiction you are battling, you can get professional help through our private rehab facility at one of The Cedars rehabilitation facilities across South Africa.
We specialise in treating a wide variety of addictions, especially addiction to heroin and illegal drugs, as well as prescription medication. To help you fully recover, we will first carefully assess your condition before providing an individualised course of treatment in our comfortable facilities that offer a tranquil place for you to work through our program.
Treating your heroin addiction
Medical supervision is an important part of in-patient rehab. Because Heroin withdrawal symptoms can be intense, many people will use the drug to relieve their pain even if they are serious about quitting.
Medication-assisted stabilisation and withdrawal management helps lessen withdrawal symptoms, which is often accomplished with the help of a medical professional that can manage symptoms and allow the addict to reduce their dependency with time gradually.
Along with a comprehensive rehabilitation programme that will care for your overall mental health and identify the root cause of your addiction, and tackle it.
During rehabilitation, you will also be provided with various tools to help you achieve long-term sobriety so that once you’re back home, you have the mental clarity and recovery information to avoid relapsing.
Post-treatment for heroin addiction
Once you are discharged from our facility, if you wish, you can continue treatment. We are open to providing additional post-treatment support. Studies have shown that recovering addicts who take advantage of aftercare stand a better chance of avoiding a relapse.
Don’t let your heroin addiction rule your life. Take control today by getting in touch with us for professional help.
The pros and cons of heroin rehab
The advantages of seeking addiction treatment in a private rehab like ours are numerous. We are equipped with some of the top addiction counsellors in South Africa, with years of experience in helping those battling heroin addiction to achieve a full recovery in a safe environment.
Other benefits of getting your addiction treated in our facility include the following:
- Quick admission
- Medical supervision
- Personalised treatment
- Private care
- 24-hour supervision
- Safe and peaceful environments
- High-quality facilities
- Aftercare services
These benefits, along with tailored solutions for your specific case, are available to anyone seeking out private rehab treatment with The Cedars in South Africa. Reach out to us today and start your journey towards recovery.
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- Gambling Disorder
- Gaming Addiction
- Pornography Addiction
- Sex Addiction
- Shopping Addiction
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treatment phases & length
Primary Phase
inclusions
- Medication assisted stabilization and withdrawal management
- Daily group-based therapy including interactive, discussion
and focus groups - Regular individual therapy sessions with a counsellor
- Introduction to 12-Step program and written Step work
- Counselling sessions and assessments with a psychologist
- Educational workshops about addiction related topics
- Family therapy sessions (arranged by Zoom if necessary)
- 12-Step Meetings
- Community outings involving fun sober recreational activities
- Healthy meals prepared by our in-house chef, regular aerobic exercise and yoga classes offered by a personal trainer, excursions
Secondary Phase
inclusions
- Daily group-based therapy including interactive, discussion and focus groups
- Regular individual therapy sessions with a counsellor
- Counselling sessions and assessments with a psychologist
- Educational workshops about addiction related topics
- Family therapy sessions (arranged by Zoom if necessary)
- 12-Step Meetings
- Community outings involving fun, sober recreational activities
Tertiary Phase
inclusions
- Accommodation and meals
- Weekly check-in groups
- Check-in sessions with their counsellor, by appointment
- Weekly 12 Step meetings
post treatment support
If you require post-treatment counselling, please click here