Medically reviewed by Dr Iqbal Mohiuddin MBBS BSc, PGCME If you are struggling to cope with an addiction and are considering a drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley, Rehab 4Addiction can help.
We work closely with many rehabilitation centres and outpatient clinics throughout the UK and strive to help everyone dealing with addiction receive the care that they need.
The first stage of recovery can often be the hardest. It is tricky to identify an addiction, and for some people, even trickier to ask for help.
Finding support on how to manage your addiction can be tough– but regardless of your situation, you deserve to access quality support from professionals who care.
Rehab 4 Addiction is here to help you take the steps you need to access support at Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Chorley for yourself, a family member or a friend who may be struggling with addiction.
To begin your recovery journey today, call our 24-Hour Helpline: 0800 140 4690
Whilst there are not many statistics on drug and alcohol addiction in Chorley readily available, there are several reports on the use of substances in Lancashire, the county that contains Chorley.
One report states there were 824 alcohol-related hospital admissions in Chorley between 2020 and 2021.
Between 2017 and 2019, there were 490 alcohol-related deaths n the Lancashire area. [1]
A report notes that between 2016 and 2017, there were approximately 9.2 users of opiates or crack cocaine per 1,000 in the Lancashire area.
Between 2017 and 2020, there were 365 drug-related hospital admissions in Lancashire. [2]
Addiction is a chronic condition. This means that is something that can be treated with medical and psychological support.
It also means that there are signs and symptoms of addiction that we can identify, just like there are for other types of conditions and illnesses. [3]
Identifying addiction in ourselves can be a tricky process.
This may be due to you having complicated feelings surrounding your use of drugs or alcohol, and perhaps being concerned about any stigma that may be attached to conceptions of substance abuse. [4]
Because of these reasons, it is common for friends or family to raise concerns before we recognise them ourselves.
It can be difficult to have these kinds of conversations, but it is important to remember that your loved ones want what is best for you, and, in most cases, will be offering support, not criticism.
Addiction is something that can happen to anyone, and you do not need to cope alone.
Here are some of the signs of addiction that you can look for (in yourself or others):
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When we think of addiction, we usually think of the use of alcohol or illegal drugs. Whilst these are among the most frequent kinds of addiction, there are other addictions that do not fit into these categories.
Addictions are usually organised into three groups:
Some addictions can even fit in more than one group. [6]
We can assist you with a wide range of addictions at drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley.
These include:
If you believe you or a loved one would benefit from tailored support from an experienced team of professionals at drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley, you can contact us directly to find out more about the admissions process.
We are happy to talk you through any part of the recovery process and answer any of your questions and concerns.
Usually, before formal admission to drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley, you will have a screening. This may sometimes be known as an initial assessment.
It is a way of identifying if you are experiencing addiction and if so, clarifying which aspects of addiction treatment may work best for you.
During this process, you may be asked what feel like quite personal questions.
It is important to note that you will not be judged for your answers, and the questions are being asked purely to assess what form of support would best benefit you.
Some of the questions you may be asked could include:
If this screening process suggests you would benefit from contact with a treatment centre, then you will be able to discuss the different options available at drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley.
To begin your recovery journey today, call our 24-Hour Helpline: 0800 140 4690
For many people, the idea of attending a rehab centre is nerve-wracking.
Whilst this is normal, there is no need to be anxious about accessing support – whether it is outpatient or residential rehab.
Here is an overview of the different types of care you may access whilst in drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley, to help you better understand what you can expect in the beginning stages of your recovery journey.
Usually, support at drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley is structured in the same way:
A detox (short for detoxification) is often the first step of treatment that you access at drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley and beyond.
A detox is a process of emptying the body of a substance. It can also be described as a ‘weaning’ process.
A detox works by helping your body get back to usual functioning without the presence of an addictive substance.
When our bodies get used to a substance being present, they can find it difficult to adjust to it no longer being there.
For this reason, it is not uncommon to experience side effects whilst detoxing.
These side effects are known as withdrawal symptoms. Withdrawal symptoms can be physical or psychological.
The kinds of withdrawals you experience will depend on the substance that you are detoxing from. [8]
To help your body deal with the detox, and to reduce the impact of withdrawal symptoms, you may be offered a medical detox.
This is when you are administered medication to help ease the process. [9]
Detox medications are legal, medically safe, and rigorously controlled.
Not everyone entering drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley will need to detox.
This is because all substances are different. Not all drugs are physically addictive, which means that if you stop taking them, the body does not need time to adjust. [10]
If a substance is physically addictive, it is important to undergo the detox phase at the beginning of your stay at an addiction treatment centre.
This is because the symptoms you experience may be distracting.
If you detox first, then you will be physically balanced and therefore ready to focus on the psychological forms of support in the second stage of your stay.
Addictions to the following substances require a detox:
Alcohol and heroin are among the most common physically addictive substances. Here is a quick overview of the process of detoxing from each of these.
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Detoxing from alcohol can be a dangerous process.
For this reason, any patient detoxing from alcohol at drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley will need to be monitored by appropriate medical staff. [11]
Alcohol withdrawal can be aided with the use of a medically assisted detox.
A common medication to use in alcohol detox is Librium. [12]
Some of the side effects you may experience when withdrawing from alcohol include:
In some instances, it is possible to experience alcohol withdrawal syndrome. In these cases, the withdrawal symptoms you experience may be prolonged. [14]
Detoxing from heroin can be a dangerous process.
For this reason, any patient detoxing from heroin will need to be monitored by the appropriate medical staff. [15]
Heroin withdrawal can be aided with the use of a medically assisted detox.
A common medication to use in heroin detox is Methadone. [16]
Some of the side effects you may experience when withdrawing from alcohol include:
The second stage of drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley is therapy.
Therapy is an essential component of any treatment offered by a drug or alcohol service.
Whilst detoxing focuses on the physical side of addiction, therapy is comprised of different forms of psychosocial intervention. [18]
Therapy comes in all different forms. Anything that focuses on promoting positive psychological health in a clinical setting is a type of therapy.
During your time at drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley, you will be given the opportunity to engage in a mix of group therapy and one-to-one sessions all designed to fit into a personalised treatment programme.
Some of the different types of support that may be available in your therapy programme include;
To give you the best possible chance at successful, long-term recovery, the support you receive at drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley will be person-centred treatment.
This means that your experience at your rehab facility will be unique to you.
There are two main choices you can make that will inform the type of addiction treatment you receive.
These are:
Inpatient (or residential rehab) is a type of addiction treatment that takes place in a specialised centre that you temporarily move into.
Benefits of Inpatient Rehab:
Outpatient (or community rehab) is a type of addiction treatment that you access on an appointment basis. This means that you do not need to change your living arrangements for the duration of your treatment.
Benefits of Outpatient Rehab:
Both inpatient and outpatient treatments are available at drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley.
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NHS addiction treatment is funded through the national health service at no cost to the individual.
Benefits of NHS Rehab:
Private Treatment
Private addiction treatment is support accessed by a private, specialised provider.
Benefits of Private Rehab:
Drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley can offer support to your regardless of your background or experiences.
Research has shown that it is common for individuals struggling with addiction to also have psychological issues.
In many cases, people dealing with addiction or dependency will have a diagnosis of a mental health condition. This is known as a dual diagnosis.
Common dual diagnoses include:
By focusing on both your addiction and other long-standing psychological issues, tailoring your support at drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley can greatly increase the efficacy of treatment and promote successful long-term recovery.
Addiction can happen to anyone, from all walks of life.
But there are some groups who may be disproportionately affected by addiction or feel that there are more barriers to them accessing appropriate support. [22]
The medical staff at drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley are trained specialists with experience in their field and are positioned to best help you to fulfil your recovery goals.
To begin your recovery journey today, call our 24-Hour Helpline: 0800 140 4690
We believe that no matter your circumstances, you deserve the chance to reach a full recovery from a drug or alcohol addiction. We do not discriminate against certain substances, financial situations or any other personal factors when offering our services, we simply lend a helping hand to anyone who needs it.
We understand that addiction is as much of an illness of the mind as it is of the body, so we strive to get our clients into the right rehabs that will treat both. Through therapy and counselling sessions and drug and alcohol detoxes, our clients are given the chance to escape from the chains of addiction and to return to a normal life.
We offer a judgement-free space to openly discuss your addiction with us, and an understanding and welcoming team (some of whom have experienced addiction themselves in previous years) that are ready to answer any and all questions you may have.
Some frequently asked questions are answered below, but feel free to get in contact with us if you do not find the information you’re looking for.
Give us a call today on 0800 140 4690, to see how we can help you on the road to recovery by finding you a drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley.
Some of the main reasons for choosing professional help, particularly from Rehab 4 Addiction, include:
Dealing with a drug or alcohol addiction is tough, and admitting you have a problem and seeking help is even tougher. Unfortunately, searching for the right help is not any easier.
You are undoubtedly already experiencing nasty withdrawal symptoms, nagging cravings and necessary but difficult conversations with loved ones. You do not need the added pressures of trying to find the correct treatment, so we take this hard part over.
Through a few assessments of you, your addiction (the severity, length, substances used, etc.), your physical health and mental health, we get to know you better as a client.
We use this information to narrow down your options for a drug and alcohol rehab, and we recommend our chosen options to you. This means the difficulty of searching for the right rehabilitation centre is no longer a burden to you, but you still have the final decision.
With the extra time gained from our assistance you can focus instead on preparations for your time in rehab, which we can also help with.
Using the data from the above-mentioned assessments, we can also determine what methods of treatment will be most beneficial to you and your recovery. We can then create a treatment plan that is completely tailored to you and puts your healing at the forefront.
In some rehab programmes, you will undergo popular, one-size-fits-all treatments that may not work as well for you as they do for others. This can slow the process of recovery down immensely and can stop you from achieving your goal of a drug and alcohol-free life.
With a bespoke treatment plan, you can rest assured that every therapy or counselling session you participate in and every physical treatment you undergo will contribute towards your recovery, and can always be altered if you end up not responding well for any reason.
When you eventually leave our care at your chosen rehab centre, you may receive a second treatment plan, this time detailing your aftercare journey.
Throughout your time in rehab you will have gained invaluable experience on how to cope with your addiction, how to identify and avoid triggers, and learned new, healthier coping techniques to replace the old ones. All in all, you will only leave when we are certain you are ready and prepared for life back home.
In situations where you may require further assistance or support, our 24/7 helpline will be available, or you may have the option to return to the outpatient clinic regularly for additional treatments.
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The average amount of time for a rehab programme is around 28 days.
This ensures enough time for the majority of our clients to come to terms with their addiction, detox their body, experience withdrawal symptoms, attend therapies and counselling sessions, and fully prepare for life outside.
Of course, some individuals may need longer than this allotted time, and some many need less. There is no shame in either, and a recovery is still possible regardless.
The time you need to spend in rehab will rely on many factors, such as the seriousness of your addiction, how long you have been using substances, and which substance/substances you have used. The results from the assessments of your physical and psychological health may also be considered when deciding the length of your stay.
There is no one set price tag for rehab. Much like the length of time spent in rehab, the cost of rehab and addiction treatment is decided by many factors.
However, we understand that many with this query will be asking out of fear that they can not afford professional help. We do not want this to be the case at all and advise anyone considering cheaper or ‘easier’ options to rethink, as at home routes may have a smaller price tag, but are also sometimes unsafe and are much less effective when attempting to recover from addiction.
When discussing your personal situation and your needs for a drug and alcohol rehab in Chorley, we can also cover your finances. Whether your budget is big or small, or even one that is ever-changing, we can review the options available to you.
We don’t ever want a sticky financial situation to stand in the way of crucial addiction treatment, so we will strive to find you the help you need, no matter the circumstances.
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We treat a variety of addictions in Chorley. Contact Rehab 4 Addiction today for immediate admissions into a Chorley alcohol and drug rehab clinics. Call on 0800 140 4690 or complete the enquiry form and a member of staff will contact you shortly.
Rehab 4 Addiction facilitates a variety of addiction treatments in Manchester and across Lancashire in Bolton, Salford, Blackpool, Stockport, Blackburn, Rochdale, Wigan, Preston, Oldham, Bury, Lancaster, Chorley, Burnley and St Annes.
This article was written by Boris Mackey. You can connect with Boris online at LinkedIn or X.com.
[1] https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/lancashire-insight/health-and-care/health/lifestyle/alcohol/
[2] https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/lancashire-insight/health-and-care/health/lifestyle/drugs/
[3] https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2015/10/biology-addiction
[4] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK384923/
[5] https://americanaddictioncenters.org/adult-addiction-treatment-programs/signs
[6] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3354400/
[8] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4654762/
[9] https://www.samhsa.gov/medication-assisted-treatment
[10]https://ncsacw.acf.hhs.gov/files/TrainingPackage/MOD2/PhysicalandPsychEffectsSubstanceUse.pdf
[12] https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT00855699
[13] https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/3000096
[16] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1070723/
[17] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK526012/
[18] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4031575/
[19] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK64815/
[20] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4152944/
[22] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8344081/
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