Drug addiction does not always limit itself to one specific or particular substance. It is possible for a person to suffer from both alcohol abuse and crystal meth drug abuse.
When this occurs, it is important to seek both alcohol treatment and treatment for the crystal meth addiction. Finding a treatment program that addresses both substance abuse problems needs to be a priority when looking at facilities and what they offer.
It is likely that both alcohol and crystal meth use will require a detoxification process as well as a withdrawal phase. During this time, it may be necessary for the person who has entered a recovery program to be under medical supervision.
This is especially true when crystal meth is involved. Often a person who has been using crystal meth will have numerous physical problems that must be addressed. These can include, but not be limited to, malnutrition from not eating for an extended period of time and open sores, especially around the mouth, which may or may not be infected. The effects of sleep deprivation may also need to be treated.
For these reason, a facility that offers the opportunity for one to be admitted to an inpatient program and later transfer to an outpatient program may be the wisest choice. If the programs are on the same campus, or at least easily accessed, this is even better, as the potential for treatment interruption is decreased.
Facilities for addiction treatment in Rhode Island, which offer complimentary inpatient and outpatient programs, are available. By calling 1-800-559-9503 or visiting http://www.alcoholaddiction.org, information can be obtained on those facilities which can provide access to both programs. The sooner the call or website visit is made, the sooner treatment for all aspects of the alcohol and drug abuse, can begin.
