Rehab: Not Just for Drug Addicts
Being a reality tv junkie, when I first think of drug rehab I think of spoiled celebrities being pampered and detoxed at the same time, after over partying and living like rock stars. That’s not always the case though, is it?
There are also regular folks like you and me and our siblings and our children. Sometimes all it takes is one bad choice to land a person on a road they never thought they would travel. Popping that first pill at a party rarely ends with that one evening of elevated “fun”. Rather a desire for another will pop up at the next occasion. Each time it will be easier to say, “yes.” Ultimately, that one pill taken for no reason other than to fit in or feel silly could lead to harder substances and eventually addiction. Although the bad decisions a person makes once the substances take hold of him/her will compound, is it really fair to judge them for mistakes made under the influence? Can we all honestly say that we never felt the insecurity or desperation to fit in? Thankfully there was some unknown factor that aided in our good decision to just say, “no”. But what if there is some biological or mental presence that actually made a person say, “sure I’ll have some.”
Although it’s convenient for us to dismiss substance abusers as losers and idiots so that we don’t have to feel for them, it really doesn’t cover the scope of drug rehab patients. Physical and mental pain are big contributors to drug and alcohol abuse. Often the drugs are not simply taken to have a good time, but to dull that pain. It is for that reason that we are seeing treatment centers that treat the whole person, not just the substance abuse.
Holistic drug rehab centers in particular understand that the peer pressure, the insecurity, the pain, and other existing conditions all connect and that just doing detox is not going to cure the addiction. If you have a loved one who has fallen down the road to addiction, chances are they have tried to clean up more than once. But if they are not getting treatment for their underlying conditions, they can’t be fully blamed for for their failure.
For many users, their addiction began with depression, grief, mental conditions, and physical pain, and they fought the good fight for as long as they could. If you have never suffered any of these things, consider giving thanks for your blessings, rathger than judging others for the mistakes they make because of it.
I hope that understanding the existence of underlying causes of drug and alcohol addiction will raise awareness and sensitivity to people who are harshly judged and often passed over for help. In fact, I see no good reason to criticize anyone who’s struggling with a challenge, do you?
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I agree with you totally and am really glad that you have brought this sensitive subject up here…its true there are numerous reasons for a person to become an addict; from anything like peer pressure, insecurity, fear of failure or failure even n inferiority complex are the some i can think of right now. These feelings when not dealt with in time can cause serious havoc on a person’s life. And why do we forget that we are humans we feel! we should also feel n be sensitive to such people and make them comfortable with themselves so that these ruthless truths does not affect there life anymore.
very nice article.. informative and educative.. great job.
If there is any chance of becoming a drug addict it is best to have this minimised by any means possible, addiction is very bad for anyone. Whether it’s simple teaching or full blown rehad something has to give…
Fortunately I’m one that has never had a problem with being addicted to substances such as drugs or alcohol however; I have had issues in the past with being addicted to self destructive thoughts, insecurity, jealously, and anger etc.
This inner spiral led to depression and physical problems. Once I learned to let go and no longer crave these things, everything improved 100%. I was able to operate within the flow of life (naturally) once again (like when I was a child) instead of fighting it and trying to go against the current.
When you mentioned the underlying causes and addressing the root of the problem ie; bad emotions, thoughts, beliefs,etc.,
I believe you hit the nail on the head!!!!!
It was really beyond my exception that what can be done in rehab and your post certainly change my mind. Perhaps I also needed to go to Rehab because I don’t believe the stuff too often but blogs are always succeeded to convince me.
great info, couldn’t agree more that the issue is not usually the drugs or alcohol but that it has stemmed from deeper issues that need to be addressed.
A few years ago I went through some very tough times and I have to say it taught me a very big lesson, that you can not judge anyone.
Thanks everyone for your thoughts here. And especially to my FURNITURE friends… I always enjoy your comments and appreciate you sharing your experience here.
I know I’m addicted to sweets! This can be harming because of such an high cholesterol may occur. You are definitely right, rehab can be used for different things other than drug addiction
Best Regards,
Jermaine