Drug and alcohol detox

Drug and Alcohol detox is the action of getting an individual through the withdrawal phase of the substance he is using.

Drugs and alcohol detox are different from one to another depending on the substance the individual is withdrawing from.

The first type of detoxification is the conventionnal detox. It is done for inviduals that are using alcohol or substance but are not a risk for seazure. There are different methods of doing it.

The second method for detoxification is the Medical detox. This is when people are at risk for seizure. Alcohol when the alcoholic drinks on a daily basis, certain psychotropic medications, opiate based substances. certain pain killers and the list goes on.

Refer to someone that is competent. Do not decide by yourself what the person or yourself is needed.

The above does not replace any medical advice. There are a lot of factors and variables on what type of detoxification someone need.

Detoxification does not replace Rehabilitation. It will not cure an Addiction. It the step to get an individual safely off the substance he is abusing.

Detox cannot be confused with the Biophysical Treatment . The biophysical Treatment address the toxins that are stored in the fat cells to fully shut down the future cravings. It helps the addicted person to stop struggling with his dependency. It is done after the detox and does not replace it.

What is a harm minimisation approach to drug use?

Harm reduction or harm minimisation strategies aim to decrease the harm related with drug use. The emphasis is on decreasing harm or preventing issues. It does not automatically mean stopping drug consumption. Ceasing use is one way to reduce harm;nonetheless some people in our community are not ready or able to cease their drug use. The harm reduction approach ensures that the harms to both narcotic users and the general community are minimised.

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