Medically reviewed by Dr Iqbal Mohiuddin MBBS BSc, PGCME Situated in North London, Barnet is a diverse borough in the UK’s largest city and home to a number of drug and alcohol rehab clinics.
In Barnet, 6.8% of adults are classed as ‘higher risk’, meaning that they regularly drink over the recommended weekly levels of alcohol.
Additionally, 18.87% of adults living in Barnet are classed as ‘increasing risk’ drinkers, meaning they are at risk of moving into the ‘higher risk’ category if they continue their current behaviours around alcohol. [1]
Drugs are also becoming an increasing problem in Barnet, with cannabis and cocaine becoming some of the most popular drugs in this borough and their use increasing year on year. [2]
It’s never too late to seek help for a drug or alcohol addiction, and you can attend drug and alcohol rehab in Barnet or near Barnet to choose a better life for yourself.
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If you are struggling with an alcohol or drug addiction, you may be reluctant to seek professional help.
This may be due to the belief that you can get rid of the problem yourself, a lack of desire or motivation to recover or a refusal to admit that you have an addiction.
Sometimes, your friends and family may become so worried about you that they will stage an intervention in an attempt to push you towards getting help.
An intervention is a meeting between you and your closest loved ones, during which they will attempt to convince you of the extent of the problem and ask you to seek treatment.
In some cases, an intervention may look different than you imagine.
The CRAFT intervention method focuses on helping family members gently guide you towards treatment without a confrontation and can be an extremely effective form of intervention. [3]
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It’s not always easy to know whether someone you know is struggling with an addiction, and it can be even more challenging to spot the signs within yourself.
Many people are unaware of the extent of the problem until a doctor or other medical professional formally diagnoses them. This is usually done using the CAGE questionnaire.
This is a short questionnaire containing only four questions, each relating to the CAGE acronym, which stands for Cut, Annoy, Guilty and Eye. [4]
Although you will not be able to diagnose yourself or a friend, the CAGE questionnaire is simple enough to perform at home and will indicate whether you may be struggling with addiction.
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CAGE has been found to identify 93% of people with alcohol addiction, and you should speak to a medical professional if you answer ‘yes’ to more than one of the above questions.
It can also be helpful to know the symptoms of a substance use disorder, and some of the most common signs of addiction include the following:
Of course, many of the above symptoms can point to other problems or mental health conditions.
However, if you have reason to believe that you or someone you know is struggling with addiction in or near Barnet, call us at Rehab 4 Addiction on 0800 140 4690.
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There’s no escaping the fact that recovering from a drug or alcohol addiction will take time, including the time spent at a specialised rehab clinic in or near Barnet.
Everyone recovers at a different rate, so some people may require a longer or shorter stay at rehab than others.
As a result, most drug and alcohol rehabs in Barnet offer a range of treatment programmes ranging from 30 days to 60 days and all the way up to 90 days if needed.
In the majority of cases, someone with a mild addiction may only require a 30-day stay at rehab, while someone with a moderate to severe addiction will benefit more from a longer 60 or 90-day stay.
It is often possible to attend a detox programme lasting for seven-to-ten days, during which you will undergo a medically-assisted detox.
Although this can be an effective form of treatment, it is recommended that you remain at drug and alcohol rehab in Barnet for at least 30 days to benefit from therapy and relapse prevention.
You can discuss your treatment options during the assessment and admissions process, and our staff will consider your preferences and budget when designing your treatment programme.
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Private drug and alcohol rehab in Barnet has a reputation for being expensive, but this doesn’t have to be the case.
You can find clinics offering effective treatment programmes for as little as £1,000 per week and all the way up to £10,000 per week for more luxurious facilities.
The average cost per day of drug and alcohol rehab in Barnet is £495, meaning that a typical 30-day programme can cost around £15,000.
Many clinics in Barnet often offer a supervised home detox programme for around £1,500 to £2,000.
This programme lasts for up to ten days and allows you to detox from drugs or alcohol in your own home, with regular check-ins by a trained psychiatrist and can be a much more affordable way to start your addiction recovery.
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Many health insurance companies have a robust mental health coverage policy, allowing you to receive addiction treatment via your insurance provider.
This will usually cover all aspects of rehab , including detox, counselling, relapse prevention and medication.
If you are concerned that your chosen rehab facility will not accept your health insurance, give them a call to go through the details and put your mind at ease.
Alternatively, you can ask one of the Rehab 4 Addiction team to source this information for you.
You will then need to speak to your insurance provider to confirm that you will be covered before asking your GP to refer you to drug and alcohol rehab in Barnet , along with any requirements from your insurance provider.
It’s also important to be aware that your insurance payments are likely to increase after claiming, which will make your insurance package more expensive in the future.
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Living in the UK, we are fortunate enough to have the NHS offering free healthcare to all residents.
In some cases, this can also include free addiction treatment.
That’s right – it is possible to get drug and alcohol addiction treatment without having to pay a penny.
Of course, this service is reserved for people who are unable to raise funds for treatment themselves.
Even then, most applications are denied due to a large number of people competing for a few spaces.
You will need to be referred by your GP to a local drug and alcohol team, who will help you with your application and speak to the council on your behalf.
Many people find themselves waiting weeks or even months just for a decision to be made and then experiencing an additional wait until a rehab space opens up for them.
This can be difficult and even dangerous for people struggling with a substance use disorder, as their addiction may ramp up during this time and put them at risk of overdose or long-term effects.
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Which is better – private rehab or NHS rehab in Barnet?
The truth is that neither option can be classed as ‘better’, and both have their own pros and cons.
If you have the money for private rehab, it is highly unlikely that you will be accepted for NHS rehab, as these spaces must be reserved for those who have no other means of receiving treatment.
Attending private rehab in Barnet will give you access to a flexible and comprehensive treatment programme, and you will usually be able to begin your stay within just a few days of making contact with the clinic.
Alternatively, NHS rehab will fund your treatment plan, so you will not need to pay for it, and you will have access to many of the same facilities as patients who are paying privately.
However, the waiting lists can be weeks or months long, and many people are not accepted for this form of treatment due to a lack of available spaces.
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When you initially get in touch with a drug and alcohol rehab in Barnet, you will usually be offered the choice between an inpatient and outpatient treatment programme.
So, what’s the difference?
Inpatient rehab
Outpatient rehab
The severity of your addiction can often determine which option you choose, as people with a mild addiction may be suited to an outpatient programme, while those with a moderate to severe addiction will likely benefit more from an inpatient programme.
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One way to enter long-term recovery is to attend a short but intensive programme of rehabilitation. During this period, you will receive thorough detoxification.
This is followed by an observed period of abstinence. This typically requires 28 days to complete.
During these 28 days, you will reside at the treatment clinic almost 24 hours a day.
You will only leave the clinic to go on planned ‘days out’. This level of intensity ensures relapse does not occur.
This paves the way for ‘life in recovery’ once you leave the confines of the treatment centre.
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You may have heard horror stories about the dangers of alcohol withdrawal, and while it’s true that this process can be life-threatening if not handled correctly, you will be in safe hands at our drug and alcohol rehab in Barnet.
Many people experience nausea, vomiting, tremors and sweating during alcohol withdrawal, with seizures and hallucinations some of the more serious symptoms. [5]
You will be prescribed a 10-day course of Librium to help you through the process and will then begin a course of counselling sessions once you have physically recovered from the addiction.
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Cocaine can be a difficult drug to recover from, but it is possible with help from our drug and alcohol rehab in Barnet.
You can expect to notice an increase in depressive feelings and anxiety as you withdraw from this substance, as your brain and body re-learn how to release serotonin without the help of cocaine.
Counselling can help you to get through this process, and this may involve Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), group therapy or a combination of multiple treatments.
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The thought of heroin rehab can be intimidating, but the staff at our clinics in Barnet will be with you every step of the way.
When you detox from heroin, you may be offered the option to undergo maintenance therapy, where you will switch to methadone either permanently or temporarily.
This will give you a similar sensation to heroin but in a much safer environment, as Methadone can be professionally produced and dispensed.
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It is common for people to use cannabis as a way to numb their feelings and escape from the worries and stress of life.
However, this substance can quickly become its own source of stress as it is extremely psychologically addictive.
You may struggle with cravings and triggers when attempting to stop using cannabis, which is why counselling is invaluable in cannabis rehab, as you will learn effective tools and techniques that will carry you through your recovery.
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Understanding your behaviour is only one goal of therapy and counselling sessions.
The other goal is to help you develop strategies and build up the emotional strength to help you avoid relapse in the future.
This is achieved through education, therapy, and counselling. This education includes arming you with strategies to avoid relapse triggers.
These triggers include emotions, objects, places, and people.
Therapy sessions employ modern techniques such as cognitive behavioural therapy and psychotherapy.
These techniques allow you to assess your emotions and thoughts intimately.
You will begin to understand why you resort to drugs and alcohol as a way to self-medicate and help you forget traumatic events that have occurred in your life.
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Counselling can change your life, even when you are not attending to treat a specific problem.
When you receive therapeutic help to treat your drug or alcohol addiction, the results can be even more effective and life-changing.
Our drug and alcohol rehabs in Barnet offer counselling courses to treat anything from a cocaine or alcohol addiction to a co-occurring mental health disorder.
If you require a type of therapy that is not on this list, call your preferred rehab clinic to see whether they offer this service before you commit to a treatment programme.
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It is possible, and indeed fairly common, for a mental health disorder to co-exist alongside a drug or alcohol addiction.
This is known as a dual diagnosis and will often be picked up on when you begin the assessment process at drug and alcohol rehab in Barnet. [6]
There are several factors that can lead to a dual diagnosis, and these are listed below:
It is important for someone with a dual diagnosis to be correctly diagnosed, as they will require specialised help for their complex needs.
This condition can make it more challenging to recover from a drug or alcohol addiction as the mental health condition symptoms can often trigger a relapse.
Our staff in Barnet can diagnose and treat you using a range of scientifically-backed methods, including medication, detox, counselling and relapse prevention.
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You may be concerned about relapsing after leaving drug and alcohol rehab in Barnet, but your treatment centre will work with you to help you feel more confident about life after rehab.
Your counsellor will help you to create a relapse prevention plan, which is a collection of documents that you can refer back to even when you feel like you’re doing well.
These documents may contain worksheets, techniques and helpful advice for avoiding relapse.
You will also have learned the most effective mental tools in therapy to help you make healthier choices and cope with stresses and triggers in a manageable way.
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It’s important to find the right support once you leave drug and alcohol rehab in Barnet, and this borough is home to many aftercare and support services that may be invaluable to you during this time.
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Most people have heard of Alcoholics Anonymous and the other branches of this organisation that focus on various forms of addiction.
These regular meetings can be invaluable if you are attempting to rebuild your life after addiction.
These sessions will allow you to share your experiences and make friends with other people who are also in recovery.
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Based on CBT principles, SMART Recovery programmes help you to take control of your recovery and develop healthy habits that can lead to a sober and fulfilling life.
Most London boroughs contain at least one branch of SMART Recovery, and Barnet is no exception.
Give us a call and let us help you find a recovery programme that best suits you.
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If you feel the need to detox again once you have left drug and alcohol rehab in Barnet, you may want to consider undergoing a supervised home detox programme.
This involves detoxing from drugs or alcohol in your own home, with a medical professional performing regular checks via phone or video call.
If done correctly, it can be a safe and effective form of treatment.
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Leaving rehab doesn’t have to mean the end of your treatment, and it may be possible for you to continue your treatment as an outpatient.
This means that you will live at home while attending treatment, allowing you to hold down a job and attend to your other responsibilities at the same time.
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You will have likely experienced the benefits of counselling during your time in rehab.
This is a form of treatment that can be continued for months or even years after leaving the clinic.
Whether you choose NHS therapy or private practice, continuing to explore your experienced and emotions can be life-changing and will help you stay on track with your recovery.
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Addiction can have a devastating effect on the entire family and can cause these important relationships to become strained.
Attending Al-Anon meetings with your family can help them to understand better what you are going through and how to help.
They will also provide opportunities for lines of communication between the whole family to be built and maintained.
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For more guidance on how we can assist you in Barnet and London for rehab, contact us today on 0800 140 4690.
When you call, all information you provide will be treated in utter confidence.
Many of our advisors are themselves living ‘in recovery’, and so your call will be answered with complete empathy and compassion.
We look forward to helping you steer your life in a more positive direction.
Locations we serve in London include Wandsworth, Merton, Harrow, Southwark, Lewisham, Greenwich, Hounslow, Lambeth, Croydon, Enfield, Ealing, Islington, Havering, Camden, Westminster, Hillingdon, Redbridge, Hackney, Newham, Bromley, Barnet, Chelsea and Kensington, Kingston-Upon-Thames, and Notting Hill.
This article was written by Boris Mackey. You can connect with Boris online at LinkedIn or X.com.
[1] https://www.barnet.gov.uk/sites/default/files/assets/jsna/Downloads/BarnetsJSNA20152020.112131.pdf
[3] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4394369/
[4] https://arc.psych.wisc.edu/self-report/cage/
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