Benzo Addiction Treatment Center

Benzodiazepine (benzo) addiction is a complex disease that requires comprehensive and evidence-based care. At Alcohol Drug Detox, our services are centered on medically sound and individualized treatment that addresses the intricate dynamics of benzodiazepine use disorder. Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are medications commonly used to treat anxiety and sleep disorders, but they may also contribute to tolerance, withdrawal, and addiction. Our tailored treatment scheduling integrates evidence-based practices, medical supervision, psychotherapy modalities, and personalized care plans to achieve long-term recovery and restore individuals to a state of physical and mental well-being. Below is more on our benzo addiction treatment and how we can help you or a loved one quit substance abuse.

Understanding Benzodiazepine Abuse & Addiction

Benzodiazepines are a class of central nervous system (CNS) depressants that increase the activity of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). GABA, an inhibitory neurotransmitter, impacts neuronal signaling by reducing excitability within the nervous system. Benzos enhance GABA activity by binding to specific receptors in the body and brain, enhancing the activity of GABA-gated chloride channels.

This results in an overall decrease in neuronal activity, resulting in sedative, anxiolytic, and muscle-relaxant effects. However, the long-term use of benzos can contribute to neuroadaptive changes that lead to tolerance, causing the individual to require higher doses of the drug to achieve the same effects.

Long-term or escalating use of benzodiazepines can snowball into addiction. Neuroplasticity adaptations – when CNS activity changes based on stimuli like drugs – occur as a result of chronic exposure to benzos, stimulating the release of dopamine and reinforcing drug-seeking behavior. Individuals who initially use these substances for legitimate medical reasons can inadvertently transition into abuse and addiction due to the development of tolerance, dependence, and withdrawals upon stopping.

The experience of benzo withdrawal, characterized by symptoms like heightened anxiety, insomnia, muscle tension, and even seizures, can contribute to the cycle of addiction as users continue to engage in benzo use to alleviate these symptoms. This emphasizes the importance of early intervention and comprehensive treatment approaches to address the multifaceted aspects of benzodiazepine use disorder.

Our Treatment for Benzo Addiction

As an extension of Clearbrook Treatment Center, our benzo rehab center believes in offering a comprehensive treatment plan for each form of substance abuse. From opioids to illicit drugs like heroin and methamphetamine, we treat a wide range of drug use disorders with a multifaceted treatment approach. Below is more information about the services offered in our benzo treatment program to aid clients in their physical and mental recovery.

Evidence-Based Psychotherapy Programs

Through the use of therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), specialists at our benzo addiction rehab can properly address the underlying psychological factors that contribute to substance use. These may include mental illness and negative thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

Individual and Group Therapy Sessions

In addition to psychotherapy services, our facility also offers individual and group therapy sessions in which clients can work with therapists and others in the recovery community to develop coping mechanisms for stressors and triggers outside of rehab. While individual sessions allow clients to personally work with a therapist in coping with specific challenges and goals, group therapy sessions connect clients with others in the recovery community to facilitate peer support and new learning experiences.

Medically-Supervised Detox

Not only do we treat the psychological aspects of addiction, but we also believe in the importance of physical healing from substance abuse. In recognition of this, we offer medically supervised detox for benzos administered by our medical professionals. Benzo withdrawal treatment ensures that clients follow a safe and monitored tapering schedule during which they’re slowly weaned off of drugs and treated for withdrawals.

Addiction Aftercare Support

Our benzo addiction treatment extends beyond inpatient care to ensure clients stay on track with their recovery. Therefore, we offer aftercare support groups, such as 12-step meetings and an alumni program, to ensure patients are receiving advice, resources, and guidance from our recovery sponsors and counselors as they transition to life after rehab.

Finding a Benzo Rehab Near Me

Don’t allow drug abuse to rule your life any longer. If you or someone you care about is battling substance abuse of any kind, contact Alcohol Drug Detox to connect with our Clearbrook team and learn how our drug and alcohol rehab facilities can help.