About Alcohol Addiction
In Australia, alcoholism is rampant, as is the case in the United Kingdom, Russia, Hong Kong, India, and the United States. Most people know of at least one person who is addicted to alcohol; however, the same thing might not be said about knowing someone who has decided to go to an alcohol rehab.
What You Can Expect at an Alcohol Rehab in Thailand
Treating an addiction takes many different shapes and forms. Before you understand what you can expect at an alcohol rehab, it is important to distinguish the difference between treatment or rehab and maintenance. When many people think about alcohol addiction treatment, the following things might come to mind:
- 12 Steps
- Alcoholics Anonymous
- Alcohol Group Support Meetings
- Alcohol Counselling
All of the above are certainly beneficial to treating an alcohol addiction; however, these tend to be self-help programmes that are more akin to a support group rather than an actual form of treatment. It is prudent to understand the distinction between these “tools” for they can be effective for ongoing support, aftercare, and relapse prevention; however, they are best suited to a person who has completed formal treatment at an alcohol rehab.
Treating An Alcohol Addiction
To further illustrate what has been explained above, consider someone who has been diagnosed with a medical condition like diabetes. This person will likely not seek out a diabetes support group first. Rather, they may consult their doctor, have various tests performed, and talk with other medical professionals about the best way to address the condition. They may do this so as to better understand their diabetes and to learn how to live a healthy, normal life. Only after they have done this might they consider going to support groups.
A good alcohol rehab programme should incorporate many different forms of rehabilitation services into their treatment. A patient should also be seen by a credentialed medical professional, such as a psychiatrist and/or medical doctor. A comprehensive evaluation may be performed to better understand the severity of alcoholism, as well as any psychiatric, social, or personal needs. Once this assessment is completed, an individualised treatment plan can be developed and adjusted as needed.
How Siam Rehab’s Alcohol Rehab Treatment Programmes Work
At Siam Rehab, alcohol rehab in Thailand, we offer one of the most integrative programmes available. When you receive treatment at our facility, you will benefit from evidence based therapies, behavioural therapies, and complementary therapies; of which aim to treat the mind and body. Treatment is provided by addiction specialists who are highly experienced and trained to address a broad range of substance use disorders. Your stay with us may begin with a detoxification; however, if this is not needed, you will begin the programme right away. (In general, patients with an alcohol addiction will go through a detox.)
Alcohol Rehab Basics
An alcohol treatment programme is meant to help you overcome both the physical and psychological elements of an addiction. During the process, you may expect to go through:
Assessment and evaluation
Alcohol detoxification
Alcohol counselling and therapy
Aftercare
In select cases, medication might also be recommended to a patient. This is most common when co-occurring disorders exist or alcohol addiction is considered to be severe or life threatening.
A Close Up Look At the Treatment Process
Assessment and Evaluation – Your alcohol treatment may start with a thorough physical exam and psychological evaluation. This will help our staff to understand what methods might best suit you; thereby enabling us to determine the best course of action. Typically, we will follow up with you at some point to determine whether or not we need to adjust your alcohol treatment.
Alcohol Detoxification – When a long term, or otherwise severe, alcohol addiction is prevalent, a detoxification will need to take place. This process will require you to stop consuming alcohol (and any other drug). The withdrawal symptoms you experience will largely depend on the circumstances of your addiction. We will do our best to make this process as pain free as possible. During the alcohol detox, physical and mental care as well as support, will be provided to you. Therapeutic medication during the detoxification process depends on your needs and circumstances. If required, it will be arranged and managed by a certified doctor.
Counselling and Therapy – After your detoxification from alcohol, you will begin counselling and therapy. In individual and group sessions, you will learn about your addiction and explore various issues or events that may have contributed to it. You will learn about what triggers your alcoholism and other negative behaviours. Counsellors will teach you healthier coping skills. You will learn to set goals and achieve them. Practical lifestyle routines that contribute to a sober life will be developed.
You will also meet with other patients at our Thailand alcohol rehab. During these group sessions, you will have the opportunity to share life experiences, give, and receive advice. The benefits of group therapy are enormous and can last well into your long term recovery.
Aftercare – Once you have completed formal alcohol rehab treatment, you will need to prepare yourself for the outside world. This can be a challenge for some, and we, at Siam Rehab, will assist you in developing a sound aftercare programme that supports your recovery and new way of life. We do encourage every patient who leaves Siam Rehab to continue with group meetings, counselling, and other methods of treatment to maintain what has been learned at an alcohol rehab.
An alcohol rehab can provide you with a safe, confidential environment where you can heal, recover, grow, and learn to live a sober life. Through unified objectives and highly coordinated efforts, you can be treated from the inside, out. If you would like to know more about our alcohol rehab treatment in Thailand, call Siam Rehab now.
Read more about what to expect at rehab here:
https://siamrehab.com/myths-about-rehab-for-drugs-and-alcohol/
