Busting Myths About Drug Rehabilitation Centers

Statistics shows that more than 70,000 drug overdose deaths happen in the US every year. Such overwhelming numbers only signify the importance of drug rehabilitation centers.

However, people can’t seek help from rehab because of misconceptions, stigmas, and outdated beliefs.

We at Seasons in Malibu offer you personalized treatments curated by our experienced staff and a cozy environment in which you can recuperate comfortably.

Let’s debunk all the myths and understand the true value of rehabs here!

Common Myths about Addiction

Myth 1: Detox and Rehabilitation are the same

Detox is one of the preliminary components of addiction recovery conducted by rehabilitation centers. It helps you overcome your dependence on substances and restores the usual neurochemical balance.

From withdrawal symptom management to feeling comfortable and safe, detox helps a lot. Overall, it helps you focus on your recovery better.

However, rehabs offer you comprehensive treatments for emotional triggers, compulsive actions, and environmental issues. Detox can’t replace the entire treatment process.

Myth 2: Rehabilitation centers cure addiction

For starters, addiction has no cure but can only be managed. A short-term treatment in rehabilitation centers can only help you manage withdrawal symptoms.

The entire recovery process takes you months and years of social support, consistent therapy like individual therapy or group therapy, and additional treatment.

Even after successfully completing rehab treatment, you might spontaneously have cravings and relapse after years.

Note: This doesn’t imply that rehab treatment isn’t worth it. With long-term treatment, you can definitely overcome addiction!

Myth 3: Nobody should go to rehabilitation more than once

In rehabs, drug detoxifying programs are lengthy. You need detox, support group participation, different types of therapies, timely check-ins, and so on. All of this doesn’t happen in one go.

Especially if you’re highly dependent on a substance, you will need more time to overcome it. For this, you may need to go to rehab more than once.

Moreover, research shows that there’s up to 60% chance of relapsing! So, if people relapse, they have to return to rehab and restart treatment. Some people even re-enter rehab to avoid relapse and maintain sobriety.

It’s pretty normal to go to rehab multiple times. In no way does it imply that you’re not making progress in recovery.

Myth 4: Rehabs that give medicines are just replacing addiction

If substance dependence is really intense, the withdrawal symptoms during detox will be much worse. In these situations, many need medicines to detox safely and reduce the risks of seizures, delirium, and agitation.

For instance, during opioid addiction treatment, you might be given slight doses of buprenorphine. For alcohol dependence, treatment might include a few benzodiazepine doses.

Medications are only recommended by certified medical professionals to people who have a chance of bad withdrawals. They also monitor patients closely to ensure they don’t become dependent on the treatment medication.

Further, rehab treatments are most successful when the approach has a combination of evidence-based and holistic therapies with medicines.

At our facility, Seasons in Malibu, our experts take special care so that prescribed medicines won’t lead to new addictions.

Myth 5: You need to hit “rock bottom” before you can go to rehab

Some believe that they must go to rehab only when they have reached the deepest pit of life. However, different people have different definitions of “rock bottom.”

If you wait until you reach such a severe state, it may be fatal for you. Instead, you must seek ASAP when you realize your dependence. You don’t need to be in ruins to get help.

You can get help ANY MOMENT, whether you’ve incurred major debt and are homeless, have been disowned by loved ones, or are thriving in your career.

Myth 6: Rehabs have the same treatment for everyone

Some common treatments applicable to most patients are

Medical detox under a supervisor
Evidence-based therapies
Regular check-ins with your treatment team

However, there are several other steps during treatment. Further, every addicted individual is different in terms of:

Addiction substance
Extent of dependence
Their surroundings
Personal history
Triggers and cravings
Mental health concerns

So, a one-size-fits-all approach won’t successfully work in everyone’s treatment. Every individual needs a unique treatment strategy for recovery.

Myth 7: Teens are too young for rehab

Young adults, teens, and preteens love to experiment with different addictive substances. More often than not, this leads to serious addiction. And just like people of any age group, even teens, preteens, and young adults need rehab programs for addiction.

If they don’t receive timely treatment, it can worsen their dependence and threaten their lives!

Myth 8: Going to rehab can make you lose your job

One bad addiction myth is that if you get rehab treatment, word about your issues will go out, and you’ll be fired.

While employers have the ultimate power to decide whom to retain and terminate, two legislations in the US protect workers.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), 1993: It allows 12 weeks of unpaid and non-reimbursable leave for individuals qualified for substance use disorder treatment or to support addicted loved ones. An employee can’t be fired because of this.

Americans with Disabilities (ADA), 1990: It prevents employers from discriminating against employees for attending rehab.

Ultimately, you’re protected enough by the law not to get unemployed!

Myth 9: You need rehab only for hard drugs

People assume that rehab is “primarily” for “hard” drugs, including methamphetamines and heroin—not alcohol, marijuana, or other commonly used drugs.

This is completely false!

If you’re addicted to a substance, you need rehab ASAP. Rehabs are generally equipped with treatments and tools for all sorts of addictions, whether they are common or not.

Myth 10: Rehab is no less than jail

Media has portrayed rehabs as confined rooms without any touch with the outside world with indifferent staff—much like a jail.

However, at our luxury rehab, Seasons in Malibu, we have the most well-trained and compassionate experts to support your treatment. We also offer you a wide range of facilities in a picturesque locality, with an ocean view to help you relax and heal.

Conclusion

Addiction is a chronic disease that needs urgent treatment. And rehabs are your one-stop solution for a safe recovery. So, move on from these myths, share the truth with others, and get the necessary help from a reliable rehab now!

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