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Benzo Addiction Treatment in Massachusetts
Benzodiazepine Addiction: Signs, Symptoms & Treatment
If you are looking for a benzo addiction treatment center in Massachusetts, Freedom Health is here to help. Our evidence-based benzo rehab center offers you personalized solutions designed for lasting recovery.
Benzodiazepine Addiction, Treatment & More
What are Benzodiazepines?
Benzodiazepines, more commonly referred to as benzos, are a group of medications that have a sedative effect when consumed. Some people describe the effects of benzos as calming, which is why they are sometimes prescribed to treat conditions such as anxiety, insomnia, and seizures. However, these drugs can have a number of side effects, including addiction. Preventing serious consequences of benzo addiction starts with understanding the risks of abuse and being able to identify the signs of a benzodiazepine use disorder.
- Niravam
- Ativan
- Xanax
- Librium
- Klonopin
- Valium
- Halcion
- Restoril
- Tranxene
- Alprazolam
Effects & Risks of Using Benzos
By the nature of these substances, benzodiazepines reduce heart rate and breathing. Lower vital signs are normal while in a relaxing state (our heart rate is lower when we sleep and higher when we run), however, it can be dangerous if they reduce too significantly. Benzos should always be taken as prescribed in order to drastically decrease the possible side effects and risks. When misused or abuse, the following benzos side effects may develop:
- Physical weakness
- Slurred speech
- Confusion
- Blurred vision
- Poor coordination
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Lack of consciousness
- Coma
- Reduced breathing
- Death
Additionally, it is possible to develop a tolerance or physical dependence from the long-term use of benzodiazepines. The user may experience an array of benzo withdrawal symptoms when they stop using if dependence has developed. In this situation, the advised option is to get the help of a benzo detox and addiction treatment program.
What Does It Looked Like When Someone is Addicted to Benzos?
The Signs & Symptoms of Benzo Addiction
In addition to the physical effects of benzo addiction, there are a number of behavioral signs to look out for. These include:
- Doctor shopping, or going to various doctors and pharmacies to obtain additional benzodiazepine prescriptions.
- Having excessive amounts of prescription bottles.
- Withdrawal from friends and family and spending time with a new group of friends.
- No longer having an interest in activities that they previously enjoyed.
- Consistently not having money for necessities like rent or other bills.
- Exhibiting mood swings and unusual personality traits.
- Maintaining secrecy about their day to day activities.
- Putting little time or effort into general hygiene, grooming, and nutrition.
Paying for treatment
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If you or a loved one are looking for affordable addiction treatment, we accept most major health insurance plans along with other forms of payment.
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What Can I Expect from Treatment?
Treatment Options for Benzo Addiction in Massachusetts at Freedom Health
Overcoming an addiction to benzodiazepines can be difficult as well as unpleasant. Both physical and emotional symptoms that may present when someone stops using may serve as an encouragement to relapse or discouragement to continue with treatment. Additionally, the risk of health issues and relapse during recovery are among the reasons why it is recommended to get help from a drug and alcohol rehab program.
Each individual’s treatment plan will vary depending on their individual needs and circumstances. Most often, a continuum of care at a benzo treatment program is recommended and may include detoxification, residential inpatient, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient treatment.
Benzodiazepines and Mental Health
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health diagnoses in the United States and it is one of the conditions benzodiazepines are used to treat. With that, it is not uncommon for an individual to struggle with addiction and anxiety at the same time. When diagnosed with both of these conditions it is referred to as a dual diagnosis. Recovery from co-occurring disorders has been shown to be most affected with they are treated concurrently. For this reason, individuals whose addiction began with a prescription for benzos to treat an anxiety disorder should seek treatment from a dual diagnosis addiction treatment program. Also, someone with a history of addiction should consider alternatives to benzodiazepines for anxiety treatment.
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