Detox

The detox process is a necessary beginning for anyone who is trying to start a life in recovery. A person who has become addicted to drugs or alcohol must first rid his/her physical body of the poisons and chemicals contained in these drugs. In order to have a chance at sobriety, a person needs to have a clear mind and healthy body. Although it is possible to undergo the detox process in one's own home or other safe location, it is suggested that any detox off substances occurs within a medical facility. This is suggested because although an unsupervised detox may result in sobriety, the process is extremely unpredictable and therefore safer when done with medical professionals.

During the detox process, most likely the individual will go through withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms will vary depending on the type and amount of the drug that was taken. A person with multiple addictions may have multifaceted symptoms whereas a person addicted to alcohol or prescription drugs may have completely different feelings. In all cases, patients within a medical setting are under constant supervision and have access to pharmaceutical medicines if they are needed. In addition, medically supervised detoxs help nurture the ex-users back to life through structured nutrition plans.

Gulf Coast Rehab is a treatment facility and does not offer on-premise detoxification services. Instead our center has close relations with detox facilities in the area that specialize in various types of detox services. Once a person has gone through a medical detox, Gulf Coast can then provide transport and treatment to the individual.