Rehabilitation is a complex process for those who are recovering from a substance use disorder or alcohol use disorder. Individuals may have tried to stop using and detox on their own, unsuccessfully, several times before seeking inpatient or outpatient treatment for their substance use disorder. Recovery is a journey consisting of continuous healing and self-discovery – one that starts with seeking help and one that requires maintenance. Once the detoxification process is complete the physical dependence is extinguished. However, psychological urges and cravings can continue especially in reaction to triggers.
We offer a variety of options for those in need of medically-supervised withdrawal management including inpatient detox.
If you are looking for an inpatient rehab in New Jersey, Excel Treatment Center can help with our trusted options.
Our partial hospitalization program in New Jersey offers you the best parts of inpatient treatment without the stay.
The IOP program in New Jersey at Excel provides flexibility and accessibility when seeking treatment.
Our outpatient rehab in New Jersey is here to help you on your journey to long-term recovery from addiction.
From lifetime aftercare to our monthly alumni events, once you are a part of our family, we are with you for life.
When the body is dependent on drugs or alcohol, stopping can lead to uncomfortable symptoms such as anxiety, nausea, aches, and physical weakness. In certain cases withdrawal can be fatal, which is why it is essential that anyone detoxing has professional, specialist treatment. The withdrawal side effects can lead addicts to turn to substance use or alcohol to help quell the discomfort. We understand how difficult the withdrawal process is and support our clients through our individualized treatment modalities.
Anxiety, irritability, and severe mood swings are common after physical withdrawal symptoms have disappeared. This is commonly a difficult stage to persevere with, and as a result, these symptoms can lead to relapse. Post-Acute Withdrawal Symptoms are potentially as dangerous as withdrawal due to the fact that these symptoms can last for months. The symptoms vary from person to person and are not always easy to identify. We find that sufferers of PAWS are often unaware that they are in the midst of this stage, they are then likely to feel lost in the negative sensations without a wider perspective, and so go on to use. Specialist treatment, education and continued care are all extremely important in supporting our clients who are experiencing PAWS in order to prevent relapse.
When in the midst of substance abuse an individual’s focus is concentrated on using and the world around them shrinks as a consequence. Once the substance is no longer used people may experience feelings of hunger, anger, loneliness, and tiredness which can in turn lead to urges to relapse. Our vibrant recovery community and positive support network encourages our clients to discover a new purpose in life and to find joy in hobbies, friendships and activities once again.
Excel treatment has changed my life! The staff starting from the intake process, to all the clinicians are amazing! I really enjoy that. Most of the staff are in recovery and relate to me I have been shown so much support, understanding, and accommodation above and beyond!
There are three stages of relapse and recognizing these stages and warning signs can assist in relapse prevention.
Emotional relapse does not mean that someone is thinking about using drugs or alcohol, but that they are experiencing thoughts that can lead to a physical relapse later on.
Signs of emotional relapse include:
Mental relapse is characterized by thoughts of using. Usually the thoughts will start lightly, with faint urges to use again, but then the thoughts develop into more serious notions of drug or alcohol use.
Signs of mental relapse include:
In those first two stages of relapse, emotional relapse and mental relapse, there are a number of techniques used to deal with these thoughts and prevent a physical relapse from occurring. Below are some of the prevention methods that can be practiced when negative thoughts start to arise.
Urges can seem like the most pressing, important, and persistent thing when they are experienced all alone. The moment a client talks to someone, whether it be a friend, family member, or another recovering addict, those urges can begin to dissipate. The experienced and understanding staff at The Excel Center will be able to support you in whatever way best meets your needs. We provide a safe place to help explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement.
Recovery is a lifelong process, and sometimes people are blind to the radical progress that they have made; only because they are too focused on the distant future. The Excel Center provides various classes, activities and workshops that clients can attend alongside a network of friendly sober peers. We focus on activities which are wholesome and spiritually enriching that will keep you engaged and help create positive mental states. It is highly beneficial to simply take each day at a time. When it seems too difficult to imagine never using again, we recommend trying to not use for one day, or even trying not to use for 30 minutes. By keeping your goal and target focused on the present moment and the day ahead you will experience a level of mastery and accomplishment.
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Excel Treatment Center is an addiction treatment center in New Jersey that offers high-quality treatment designed around each client’s personal needs.
