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  • Substance abuse treatment for marijuana addiction was a factor in 17.0 percent of the 1.8 million drug rehab treatment admissions reported to State administrative data systems in 2008.
  • Studies indicate that Ecstasy damages specific neurons in the brain.
  • LSD produces unpredictable psychological effects known as "trips" which last about 12 hours.
  • PCP is the abbreviation for Phencyclidine, a synthetic drug which can be purchased and used recreationally as tablets, capsules, or white or colored powder.

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Drug Rehab in Connecticut

There are various kinds of substances that people can become addicted to in Connecticut. Illicit street drugs such as heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine and marijuana are no longer the only drug threats because of the significant rise in prescription drug abuse within the past several years. Newly emerging designer drugs have also grown to be a big problem, such as the stimulant drug known as "bath salts" and synthetic versions of marijuana known as "spice" which are being bought legally in specialty shops across the country. Just as rates of drug use and abuse are on the rise, so are rates of individuals needing and wanting to get quality help.

Drug and Alcohol rehab centers in Connecticut can benefit individuals by not only assisting them to abstain from using drugs, but also assist them through the difficult detoxification and withdrawal process. After the physical element of addiction is overcome, substance abuse counselors will help individuals uncover the reasons of how they let themselves become addicted to drugs to begin with, which will make sure they don't fall prey to the same traps and temptations in the future. When a person tries to stop drug use on their own without help, they will not only find it difficult if not impossible to not succumb to the intense drug cravings, but they will also have to endure the physical and psychological symptoms of withdrawal alone, which can sometimes be incredibly punishing. If not in a drug rehabilitation atmosphere, and with easy access to one's drug of choice, it can be easy enough to give in to relapse. This is why it is important for people to know that professional help does exist, and there is a way to recover from the seemingly never-ending cycle of drug addiction.

The way to successfully recover from addiction is to confront and resolve the elements in one's life which made drugs a solution, and then developing new solutions and coping skills to better deal with these factors when they pop up in the future. Some drug treatment centers only handle the physical side of addiction, and leave it up to the addicted individual to sort out their emotional and psychological ties to drugs. A drug detoxification facility or short term drug rehab facility for example generally only helps addicts overcome the physical element of addiction and gets them successfully off of drugs. However, there is a lot more to deal with if one wants to remain drug-free and be able to do so with confidence and resolve. This is why it is important that people choose the type of drug rehabilitation program that is going to be effective at getting all important issues addressed and resolved through counseling, education and other recovery methods for as long as it takes to reach this point.

Because treating addiction in this way is verified to be the most effective drug treatment approach, individuals who want to receive the most effective help should receive treatment at an inpatient or residential drug rehabilitation facility in Connecticut. There are a number of reasons why these types of rehab programs supply the most effective treatment, but first and foremost the treatment environment in itself is one of the most important aspects of treatment to factor in. A drug rehab center will provide the best results when the person can fully involve themselves in treatment and self betterment. Outpatient drug rehabilitation programs typically don't produce desirable results and set an individual up for relapse, due to the fact that they are not fully able to focus on treatment and then they return home to things which may trigger their addiction. If in an inpatient or residential drug treatment atmosphere this is of course not the case, in addition to the benefit of not having any access to drugs but having access to positive support and care around the clock.

One more aspect which is often a predictor of whether or not an individual will find success by way of treatment at a drug rehab in Connecticut is the length of time they stay in rehab. It has been verified time and time again that benefits will be commensurate with the intensity and length of treatment. If one crucial issue is left unresolved while in drug rehab, this can set the person up for failure and relapse. Treating addiction can be a complex task, as not everyone has the same problems to deal with and the same internal battles to fight. This is why the best treatment plan will make certain that there is no time frame on one's drug rehab approach, and will allow each person to take the time to tackle all aspects of their own addiction at their individual pace.

If you or someone you care about in Connecticut is struggling with an addiction to anything, whether it is illicit street drugs, prescription drugs or any other substance of abuse, speak with a drug treatment counselor right away. Uncover which drug rehab programs are located in your area and select one which will be the most effective for your situation.

Treatment Listings in Connecticut:
  • Waterbury Hospital
    88 Grandview Avenue Waterbury Connecticut, 6708
  • Fairfield Counseling Services Inc
    125 Penfield Road Fairfield CT., 6824
  • Hospital of Central Connecticut
    73 Cedar Street New Britain Connecticut, 6052
  • McCall Center for Behavioral Health
    58 High Street Torrington CT., 6790
  • LifeBridge Community Services
    475 Clinton Avenue Bridgeport Connecticut, 6605
  • McCall Foundation
    231 North Main Street Winsted CT., 6098
  • New Prospects
    392 Prospect Street Bridgeport Connecticut, 6604
  • John Dempsey Hospital
    10 Talcott Notch Road Farmington CT., 6032
  • Rushford Center Inc
    883 Paddock Avenue Meriden Connecticut, 6450
  • Catholic Charities of Fairfield County
    405 Main Street Danbury CT., 6810
  • Addiction Recovery Center
    5 Perryridge Road Greenwich Connecticut, 6830
  • McCall Foundation
    58 High Street Torrington CT., 6790
  • Hartford Dispensary
    931 Bank Street New London Connecticut, 6320
  • MCCA
    228 Meadow Street Waterbury CT., 6702
  • Yale New Haven Hospital
    21 Business Park Drive Branford Connecticut, 6405
  • United Community and Family Services
    351 North Frontage Road New London CT., 6320
  • Natchaug Hospital Inc
    189 Storrs Road Mansfield Center Connecticut, 6250
  • William W Backus Hospital
    326 Washington Street Norwich CT., 6360
  • Lower Naugatuck Valley
    30 Elizabeth Street Derby Connecticut, 6418
  • Perception Programs Inc
    134 Church Street Willimantic CT., 6226
  • Dorothy Bennett Behavioral Health Ctr
    1351 Washington Boulevard Stamford Connecticut, 6902
  • Chemical Dependency Program
    151 Hazard Avenue Enfield CT., 6082
  • Wellmore Behavioral Health Inc
    142 Griggs Street Waterbury Connecticut, 6704
  • Affiliates for
    389 Orange Street New Haven CT., 6511
  • Western CT Mental Health Network
    95 Thomaston Avenue Waterbury Connecticut, 6702
  • Family Intervention Center
    22 Chase River Road Waterbury CT., 6704
  • Branford Counseling Center
    342 Harbor Street Branford Connecticut, 6405
  • Keystone House Inc
    4 St. John Street Norwalk CT., 6855
  • BHcare Inc
    14 Sycamore Way Branford Connecticut, 6405
  • Community Health Resources Inc
    433 Valley Street Willimantic CT., 6226
  • Griffin Hospital
    241 Seymour Avenue Derby Connecticut, 6418
  • Hartford Dispensary
    772 West Thames Street Norwich CT., 6360