Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Great Yarmouth

It’s clear that drug and alcohol rehab in Great Yarmouth is more needed than ever, with alcohol and drug addiction becoming rife in this community.

There were 691 alcohol-related hospital admissions in Great Yarmouth during 2020, a large number for a relatively small area. [1]

The rate of people under 18 being admitted to hospitals in Great Yarmouth due to alcohol consumption is 18, which is higher than the average in England. [1]

Police are also cracking down on drug crime in Great Yarmouth, with over 500 drug-related arrests in the area between 2016 and 2021. [2]

There’s never been a better time to take control of your mental and physical health by attending drug and alcohol rehab in Great Yarmouth.

What is alcohol addiction?

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An alcohol addiction is when someone is physically and/or psychologically dependent on alcohol. They may struggle to function without this substance, even if it is taking a toll on their health and relationships.

You may have an alcohol addiction if you:

  • Spend a lot of time thinking about, acquiring and using alcohol
  • Have experienced negative consequences due to your alcohol use
  • Can’t imagine life without alcohol
  • Spend more money than you can afford on alcohol
  • Would prefer to drink alcohol rather than engage in other activities
  • Neglect your responsibilities in favour of drinking alcohol
  • Have family members and friends who are concerned about your alcohol use
  • Want to cut down or stop using alcohol but have been unable to

Alcohol addiction can creep up on anyone, and there is nothing to be ashamed of.

If you are concerned about your relationship with alcohol, consider checking into a drug and alcohol rehab in Great Yarmouth.

What is drug and alcohol rehab?

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When you have an alcohol or drug addiction, you need a safe medical environment where you can receive the help and support necessary to recover. This is known as drug and alcohol rehab.

During the rehab admissions process, you will speak to staff about your addiction and general medical history.

It is important to be as open and honest as possible about your addiction and any other conditions or symptoms that you experience. This will allow them to create an effective and personalised treatment plan.

Next you will complete the detox process, which usually takes place over several days as you slowly flush out any substances from your body.

Finally, you will attend counselling sessions throughout the remainder of your stay (usually a further three weeks) to build healthier habits and learn more about how your mind and behaviours work together. [3]

What happens during an intervention?

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You may not know where to start when planning an intervention for a loved one, but there are resources and help available on the Rehab 4 Alcoholism website.

Most people choose to hold an intervention to persuade someone to attend addiction treatment or to recognise that they have an addiction to drugs or alcohol.

It can be helpful to employ the services of a professional interventionist, who will ensure that the meeting is as effective as possible.

You should be as prepared as you can for an intervention and plan the location, time, members and what you will say.

If you don’t like the idea of a potentially confrontational meeting, you may wish to investigate the CRAFT method of intervention which relies on family members using gentle guidance over time.

What is the importance of a dual diagnosis?

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Dual diagnosis is the term used to describe someone who has both an addiction and a mental health condition at the same time.

If you use substances to deal with the symptoms of a mental health condition or you have started to notice a decline in your mental health since using substances, you may have a dual diagnosis. [4]

It can be life-changing to receive a dual diagnosis, as this allows you to begin to receive the specialised help and support that you require.

Living with a dual diagnosis can be difficult, as there is a high possibility of relapse if both conditions are not treated effectively.

Attending drug and alcohol rehab can mitigate this, as staff are trained to spot co-occurring disorders and provide the necessary treatment.

How long does rehab last in Great Yarmouth?

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Depending on your circumstances and needs, you may be given a choice between a 30-day programme, a 60-day programme and a 90-day programme.

Most people benefit from a 30-day programme as this allows you to complete the detox process and attend three weeks of counselling, effectively kickstarting your recovery.

You may wish to complete your treatment as quickly as possible in order to get back to your life and responsibilities, but this is not the most effective way to recover.

Instead, give yourself the time and support that you deserve to heal from the physical and psychological effects of your addiction.

In the majority of cases, this involves remaining at rehab for the full duration of your treatment programme.

How much does rehab cost in Great Yarmouth?

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Rehab doesn’t have to be as expensive and out of reach as it is often portrayed on TV and in films, and in some cases, it may even be free.

The average costs of drug and alcohol rehab in Great Yarmouth are listed below:

  • 30-day treatment programme: £15,000 on average
  • 60-day treatment programme: £30,000 on average
  • 90-day treatment programme: £45,000 on average

Of course, some rehab clinics change more or less depending on several factors including the location, amenities and level of luxury that they provide.

So how can you get drug and alcohol rehab in Great Yarmouth for free? Read below to learn how to access this service and whether you are eligible.

Is drug and alcohol rehab in Great Yarmouth available on the NHS?

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No matter how low the price of addiction treatment may be, there are many people who are unable to afford this potentially life-saving service.

Thankfully, the NHS is able to fund a limited number of rehab spaces in Great Yarmouth which means that some people will be able to access treatment for free.

Am I eligible for NHS-funded rehab?

If you would benefit from alcohol and drug rehab but do not have the means to access this service, you may be eligible for NHS-funded rehab.

Speak to your doctor about your options – they may be able to refer you to a support team who will help you to apply for this treatment.

It’s important to remember that there are hundreds and even thousands of people applying for just a few spaces, so even if you are eligible there is no guarantee that you will receive a space.

You can speak to staff at your chosen rehab centre for more information about any of these treatments, or call Rehab for Alcoholism on 0800 111 4108 for confidential and friendly advice.

What is inpatient rehab? What is outpatient rehab?

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Although they both follow the process of detox, counselling and aftercare, there are key differences between inpatient rehab and outpatient rehab in Great Yarmouth.

The first difference is the location – inpatients remain at the treatment centre until they have completed their programme, while outpatients will live at home and visit the rehab clinic for treatment.

The price also varies, with outpatient rehab generally thought to be cheaper than inpatient rehab.

If you have a mild addiction then you may be eligible for outpatient rehab, while those with a moderate to severe addiction may be referred to inpatient rehab.

This is because inpatient rehab removes you from a potentially unhealthy environment and prevents access to drugs and alcohol, while outpatients will need to navigate triggers and cravings during treatment.

What is private rehab? What is NHS rehab?

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If you’re wondering whether you will need to choose between private rehab and NHS rehab, the answer is no.

If you are eligible for NHS rehab then it is highly likely that you do not have the funds for private rehab, so in the majority of cases only one option will be available to you.

NHS rehab refers to a select number of spaces that are funded by the NHS, providing free addiction treatment to a small number of people.

If you pay for your treatment yourself either through savings, donations or insurance, you will likely be attending private rehab.

It is usually easier and faster to access private rehab, while NHS rehab has a long waiting list.

You will also find it much simpler to customise your treatment programme at a private rehab clinic in Great Yarmouth, with NHS patients’ programmes usually being more restricted in nature.

You can speak to staff at your chosen rehab centre for more information about any of these treatments, or call Rehab for Alcoholism on 0800 111 4108 for confidential and friendly advice.

Alcohol detox and rehab in Great Yarmouth

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Help and support are available if you need to recover from an alcohol addiction in Great Yarmouth.

You have probably found that alcohol has affected almost every aspect of your life, particularly your physical and mental health.

This is why alcohol rehab focuses on a medically-supervised detox as well as intensive counselling.

By gradually decreasing your alcohol intake over 7-10 days, you may be able to avoid many of the more unpleasant or dangerous withdrawal symptoms associated with a detox.

Staff may also prescribe you Librium to help calm anxiety and prevent seizures before you begin your counselling sessions.

You can speak to staff at your chosen rehab centre for more information about any of these treatments, or call Rehab for Alcoholism on 0800 111 4108 for confidential and friendly advice.

Cocaine detox and rehab in Great Yarmouth

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Help and support are available if you need to recover from a cocaine addiction in Great Yarmouth.

It is common to experience severe depression and anxiety when detoxing from cocaine, as well as intense cravings that may feel impossible to resist.

With counselling, support and effective aftercare, you will learn to resist these cravings and eventually achieve long-term recovery.

Heroin detox and rehab in Great Yarmouth

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Help and support are available if you need to recover from a heroin addiction in Great Yarmouth.

It may not be easy, but the best thing you can do for your physical and mental health is to detox from heroin under the care of medical experts as well as attend counselling with an experienced therapist.

Heroin detox symptoms include vomiting, gastrointestinal issues and depression, but these will not last forever.

However, the lessons and insights that you gain from counselling will stay with you for the rest of your life.

Cannabis detox and rehab in Great Yarmouth

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Help and support are available if you need to recover from a cannabis addiction in Great Yarmouth.

There are many different types of drug counselling, but many clinics begin with a form of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) which can help to change your behaviours by changing your thoughts and mindset.

Instead of falling into your triggers and temptations, CBT will help you to take a step back and recognise your behaviours and the potential consequences.

Through this form of treatment, you will also learn healthy and productive ways to cope with the stresses of life instead of using cannabis.

What types of therapy treatments are available in Great Yarmouth?

As counselling is an extremely important part of the recovery process, you will be offered a range of therapy treatments at drug and alcohol rehab in Great Yarmouth.

Some of these may include:

  • Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)
  • Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing therapy (EDMR)
  • Trauma-focused therapy
  • Holistic and alternative therapies
  • Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
  • Motivational enhancement therapy (MET)
  • 12-Step facilitation therapy (TSF)
  • Codependency treatment
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Brief interventions
  • Group therapy
  • Family therapy

You can speak to staff at your chosen rehab centre for more information about any of these treatments, or call Rehab for Alcoholism on 0800 111 4108 for confidential and friendly advice.

How does drug and alcohol rehab in Great Yarmouth help with relapse prevention?

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It’s normal to feel apprehensive about the idea of leaving rehab, even if you have successfully completed your treatment programme.

Recovering in the safety and comfort of a treatment centre is one thing, but being out in the world and surrounded by temptation can make even the most confident person feel unsure of themselves.

Before you leave rehab you will make a relapse prevention plan, which is how staff can help you prepare for life after addiction treatment.

This may involve completing worksheets, collecting useful documents, roleplaying scenarios that you feel nervous about, understanding your triggers and coming up with helpful techniques to guide you through difficult times.

If you continue to refer back to your relapse prevention plan, even months or years after completing rehab, you will reduce your chances of experiencing a relapse.

Which aftercare and support services are available in Great Yarmouth?

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Once you leave rehab, make sure to take advantage of the many aftercare and support services in Great Yarmouth to help keep you focused and motivated to continue your recovery.

These organisations and services can help you meet new people and become part of a community, continue to work through your emotions and thoughts and allow you to share your own experiences to help other people going through something similar.

Some of the aftercare and support services available in Great Yarmouth include:

  • 12-Step support groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous
  • Private or NHS-funded counselling
  • SMART Recovery programmes
  • A supervised home detox
  • Al-Anon support meetings for family and friends
  • Continued treatment as an outpatient
  • Rehab alumni programmes

You can speak to staff at your chosen rehab centre for more information about any of these treatments, or call Rehab for Alcoholism on 0800 111 4108 for confidential and friendly advice.

References

[1] https://fingertips.phe.org.uk/static-reports/health-profiles/2019/e07000145.html?area-name=great%20yarmouth

[2] https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/crime/how-police-are-winning-great-yarmouth-drug-war-8174674

[3] https://nida.nih.gov/publications/principles-drug-addiction-treatment-research-based-guide-third-edition/drug-addiction-treatment-in-united-states/types-treatment-programs

[4] https://www.samhsa.gov/medication-assisted-treatment/medications-counseling-related-conditions/co-occurring-disorders

[5] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1852519/

 

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