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Detoxification
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Detoxification
refers to the physical purification of the body,
the detoxification of substances that upset the
natural body chemistry. Detoxification is used in
reference to drug and alcohol abusers to describe
the initial stages of recovery. The first step in
achieving long lasting abstinence from drugs and
alcohol is detoxification. It is not possible to
focus on recovery when the body still contains mind-altering
chemicals because it has not gone through detoxification.
Only after the body is cleansed of foreign substances
through detoxification can the mind function clear
enough to accept the principles of recovery.
Other
pages on this site address the medical dangers of
drug abuse on the systems of the body and the threats
posed by unsupervised detoxification. Withdrawal
symptoms, especially relating to alcohol and certain
types of prescription medications like benzodiazepines
can be life threatening and require a doctor's supervision.
You will also find information about the shortfalls
of rapid detoxification as it relates to real sobriety
and a clean lifestyle.
Spencer
Recovery Centers provides this comprehensive information
about detoxification to illustrate that treating
substance dependence is a process that has definitive
steps and must be taken in order. Spencer ensures
the recovery process by providing a full time staff
medical doctor to supervise the physical detoxification
of our clients. Vitamins and medications are provided
when necessary to make detoxification as comfortable
as possible. The objective of Spencer Recovery Centers
is to clear the mind of our clients as soon as possible
so that our therapeutic staff of psychologists and
licensed addiction counselors can begin work on
exploring new ways of thinking and behaving without
the influences of alcohol and drugs.
Before
behavior therapy can begin however, detoxification
must occur to stabilize the physical state of our
clients. By committing to Spencer's program, our
clients remove themselves from the atmosphere that
enabled them to continue to use drugs and alcohol.
As time passes and detoxification occurs, our clients
become more comfortable and can enjoy the relaxing
setting of our beautiful beachside setting. Spencer
Recovery Centers is truly one of the few programs
that combine a uniquely serene setting with an aggressive
treatment program that has been successful for literally
thousands of clients over the last 12 years.
Call
Spencer Recover Centers today to find the answers
you seek for a drug or alcohol problem. The call
is toll free and confidential.
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