Can I Detox at Home?
Many factors influence the detox process. From the type of drug abused, to the level of addiction, personal dynamics, and the quantity and regularity of abuse, each addiction is as unique as the addict. Certain drugs induce physical symptoms of withdrawal—alcohol and opiates—while others cause symptoms of an emotional nature—ecstasy and marijuana. It is quite rare for someone to endure these symptoms without professional help. When home detox fails the consequences can be great: violence, extraordinary pain, and suicide. Any Tennessee resident will probably need help with detox.
What Withdrawal Symptoms Can Tennessee Residents Expect?
The emotional symptoms listed below are those which can be the result of most drugs. The second group of withdrawal symptoms is those which are often caused by alcohol, tranquilizers, and opiates, and are of a more physical nature. Remember that your symptoms may not exactly reflect your level of addiction. Each case is different for every Tennessee addict. The lists are objective and helpful, but the decision is ultimately yours. The following are withdrawal symptoms experienced by most drug users:
- Insomnia
- Depression
- Headaches
- Anxiety
- Poor attention span
- Irritability
Physical withdrawal symptoms may include the following:
- Muscle tightness
- Palpitations
- Elevated heart-beat
- Excessive sweating
- Shortness of breath
- Chest pain
- Tremors
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
Emergency Withdrawal Symptoms
There are some symptoms which indicate the need for immediate, emergency intervention. Totally cutting alcohol or tranquilizers out of your life can lead to the following problems:
- Heart attacks
- Strokes
- Hallucinations
- Seizures
If someone you know in Tennessee attempts detox at home and she exudes any of these symptoms, call 911 immediately.
Why Does Inpatient Drug Treatment Work for Tennesseeans?
Inpatient treatment works well because a Tennessee patient vacates her home environment that encouraged drug abuse. In treatment, detox is medically supervised: rehab professionals alleviate withdrawal symptoms as much as they can and are able to keep patients safe. Those suffering from withdrawal symptoms at home will be much quicker to give up and turn back to drugs than those in a rehab center, where drugs are not available. This is a truth, not a weakness. Some Tennessee residents may believe that they are capable of enduring detox. Perhaps you are, but in addition to the already listed dangers of home-rehab, you must also consider the other agent fighting against you—your own brain.
As you use a drug your body develops a tolerance, and also experiences withdrawal symptoms. The common result of these two occurrences is increased drug use. Unfortunately, drug use does no supplement, but rather replaces the work of your brain. With each high, your brain decreases the production of whatever it is that the drug is giving. What all of this ultimately means is that your brain, because it has ceased to produce what is given by the drug, realizes that it needs the drug to function normally. Therefore, your brain will justify and rationalize drug abuse, and do so powerfully, so as to obtain what it believes is necessary. Tennessee residents ignore the benefits of counseling if they attempt detox at home.
Drug Detox and Recovery Resources for Tennessee Residents
In a professional rehab facility you will find a controlled environment with counselors, support, and practices which will help the rational portion of your brain to override the compromised portion. If you live in Tennessee and want to safely become sober, please call our 24 hour toll-free helpline now.
