Prescription drug
addiction has risen dramatically
over the past few years and in some areas of the country abuse has
become nothing less than an epidemic. Because many addicts see these
drugs as “legal” simply because they are prescribed by doctors the
reality is that when they are abused they can be just as deadly as
cocaine, heroin, or crystal methamphetamine. Once an individual becomes
addicted to prescription drugs like Oxycontin, Vicodin, Ambien, or Xanax
there is almost always a need for professional help to recover; failing
to secure that help could be fatal.
For many
prescription drug addicts
admitting that they have a problem is a difficult step, they justify
their use of pain medications, sedatives, or stimulants as nothing more
than treatment for an existing medical condition. In most cases these
individuals followed the prescribed dosage for a period of time but
eventually began upping their dosage on their own as they found that the
initial dosage no longer provided the same relief.
This is typically the point where addiction becomes an issue and many of
these individuals begin shopping for additional doctors to prescribe
more drugs or begin using Internet prescriptions to maintain their drug
supply. Often times those individuals who start out as prescription drug
addicts find themselves turning to those harder drugs like heroin,
cocaine, or crystal methamphetamine because they are cheaper or more
accessible.
Knowing that
prescription medication
addiction can quickly consume a
life Journey Malibu has created a comprehensive drug treatment program
that addresses this epidemic, a program that has been designed
specifically to help addicts recover from their abuse and live a life
free from addiction.
Through a unique blend of allopathic, holistic, and evidence-based
therapies, nutritional guidance, and spiritual fortification Journey
Malibu focuses on treating the whole individual. Through this addiction
treatment process the skilled and professional staff of Journey Malibu
will address not only the addiction but the symptoms that have
contributed to the abuse. Overcoming these issues is critical to
long-term recovery and every individual that enters Journey Malibu is
provided the necessary tools to conquer their addiction.
These tools are readily passed down from the Journey Malibu staff, many
of whom are actively involved in their own journeys of recovery from
substance or behavioral addiction and dependence. With many members of
the Journey Malibu staff involved in their own recovery this translates
to an added sense of caring, compassion and perhaps most importantly
understanding for the individual seeking treatment.
Set in a unique, microclimate that is only one of four in the world,
Journey Malibu fosters a sense of
serenity and comfort within its home. This environment is instrumental
in promoting health and personal growth for the recovering alcoholic and
because Journey Malibu maintains a small, select group of guests at one
time the staff is able to focus on each individual and guide them
through the treatment process.
