Alcohol Detox Program in Anaheim, CA
Restore Your Health at Our Anaheim Detox Facility
Restorations Health Care helps struggling alcoholics detox and begin their path towards a sober life. Starting a journey towards recovery, especially from alcohol abuse, requires a compassionate, structured and medically supervised approach to safely detox. We recognize the severity of alcohol addiction and aim to provide clients with comprehensive care.
Our center supports recovering individuals to take back control of their health with medications and tailored plans to support the detox process. We understand the unique needs of each patient by providing medical supervision, emotional support, and individualized treatment plans. Our team is here to offer support and guidance every step of the way.
What is Alcoholism?
Alcohol is the #1 used addictive substance in the United States. Each year over 100,000 deaths come from excessive alcohol use. Alcohol addiction is not only detrimental to the physical and mental health of the person who drinks, but also affects loved ones in the individual’s life.
Alcohol increases the neurotransmitter GABA in the brain, impacting pleasure, reward-processing and motivation.
We understand the difficulty in overcoming alcohol addiction.
Recognizing the signs and symptoms is important for early intervention.
Long-Term Effects of Alcohol Abuse
- Financial instability or inability to hold down a job
- Strained relationships
- Depression
- Anxiety
Recognize Symptoms of Alcohol Abuse
- Cravings for alcohol
- Increased tolerance
- Memory loss
- Slurred speech
- Blurred vision or dizziness
Becoming physically addicted and psychologically dependent on alcohol can cause a number of problems to one’s health and decrease their quality of life. Some of the long-term effects of alcohol abuse could include:
- Self-harm
- Suicidal thoughts and ideation
- Legal problems
Recognize the warning signs in yourself or a loved one to reach out for support. Symptoms of alcohol abuse include:
- Liver disease
- Gastrointestinal problems
- Slowed thinking or reactions
- Decreased performance at work or school
Supervised Alcohol Detox
Restorations Health Care provides alcohol detox treatment in a medically supervised facility to safely withdraw from alcohol and drugs. Alcohol detox can be dangerous if done unsupervised.
Our detox program includes:
What is Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome?
Alcohol withdrawal syndrome is a clinical condition that can occur when individuals struggling with alcoholism quit drinking. Depending on the frequency and length of the addiction, alcohol withdrawal syndrome has symptoms that range from mild to fatal. These usually begin to occur within a few hours to a couple of days after the last drink. The symptoms of alcohol withdrawal syndrome include anxiety, agitation, gastrointestinal problems, disorientation, tremor, and in severe cases, seizures.
Alcohol Detox Timeline
The general timeline for a alcohol detox program may be similar. But the length can be influenced by different factors. These include:
- Overall health
- Age
- Severity, frequency and amount of alcohol consumed
- Co-occurring disorders
- Mixing alcohol with other substances such as cocaine or prescription drugs
During initial assessment we will do a comprehensive evaluation to understand your medical history, drinking and lifestyle habits. You will also be asked about any psychiatric or emotional issues you may be experiencing. Our doctor will prescribe medication to help with cravings and withdrawal pain. Most patients will need to stay in the hospital until their withdrawal symptoms decrease.This step is critical for health and safety.
These days may be the toughest on the body as you will start experiencing withdrawal symptoms. You may feel dizzy, nauseous, anxious or have trouble sleeping. In severe cases, you could have seizures, respiratory or cardiac problems. Your doctor will monitor your condition closely during this period and medical staff will be available 24/7.
Detox may have a different timeline for everyone based on how fast your body metabolizes alcohol. However, after about 5 days most people are ready for discharge from official detox. Once your doctor has determined that you’ve successfully completed alcohol detox you will be released from the facility.
You’ll be able to return home with your aftercare plan in place, however we strongly recommend post-detox care in either inpatient or outpatient rehab to continue your path towards a sober and happy life.
