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Drug Rehab in New Orleans

Drug addiction is a serious disorder, one that affects millions of people. In the United States alone, it is estimated that more than 20 million people live with an addiction to at least one substance. Worse, drug addiction doesn’t just impact the person with addiction, it takes a major toll on families, friend groups, and the addict’s surrounding community. Fortunately, something can be done. Attending a drug rehab in New Orleans is an option for those with addictions to drugs or alcohol. Imagine Recovery has made a positive difference in countless lives.

Man receiving treatment at our drug rehab in New Orleans

What is Drug Addiction?

Drug addiction is a chronic, progressive brain disease. Without Imagine Recovery drug rehab in New Orleans, the changes that occur in the brain via long-term addiction can prove fatal.

Also known as substance use disorder, drug addiction affects a person’s behavior. It also affects a person’s ability to control their use of the drug. When addicted, a person might continue using the drug despite the harm it is causing to their physical and mental health, their relationships, and their finances. Substances such as alcohol, marijuana, and nicotine are also considered drugs.

Addiction to illegal drugs like cocaine, methamphetamines, and heroin often start with experimental use or in certain social situations. This use may become more frequent. Addiction to legal or prescription drugs like opioid painkillers often begin with exposure to prescribed medications, or receiving medications from a friend or relative who has been prescribed the medication.

According to MedlinePlus, “not everyone becomes addicted,” and “[w]hether or not someone becomes addicted depends on many factors. “ These include genetic, environmental, and developmental factors.

Risk Factors of Drug Addiction

The risk of drug addiction—including how fast a person becomes addicted—depends on the drug being used. Drugs like opioids tend to have a high risk of addiction.

However, as time passes, a person will likely need more and more of the drug to achieve a “high.” Soon the person may need the drug just to feel normal. As drug use increases, people may find it difficult to live without being on drugs. Attempts to stop using drugs may cause intense cravings and withdrawal symptoms that can make a person feel physically ill. It is that a person will need organized treatment drug rehab in New Orleans to overcome their drug addiction and remain drug-free.

Some common risk factors for developing a drug addiction include:

  • A family history of substance abuse
  • Physical or sexual abuse during childhood
  • Traumatic experiences in life
  • Underlying mental health disorders like depression or anxiety
  • Experimenting with substances in adolescence
  • Being around friends or family members who abuse substances

Signs and Symptoms of Drug Addiction

The signs of drug addiction can differ based on the type of drug that is being used. However, some signs are shared among all substance abuse. These can include:

  • Decreased performance at work or school
  • Poor hygiene or a sloppy appearance
  • Loss of interest in activities
  • Problems in family and friend relationships
  • Secretive behaviors
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Changes in appetite
  • Spending more time alone than usual

How We Treat Addiction at Our Drug Rehab in New Orleans

If you use drugs to cope with some underlying mental health disorder, continuing to abuse substances can worsen your condition. Meanwhile, overall wellness can be negatively affected, since substance abuse tends to increase a person’s isolation from friends and loved ones. If this is the case, then drug rehab in New Orleans might be for you.

Drug rehab can address your unique needs, providing you with a comprehensive plan for a successful recovery. Your plan may include:

  • A Clinical Assessment
  • A Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) to help you learn to manage symptoms. During PHP, you attend a program for several hours a day, for four to five days per week.
  • An Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), the option for those who have proven to be relatively stable and need treatment that fits around their work, school, or family responsibilities.
  • Transitional Living, which can help you get back on your feet after long-term residential addiction treatment.
  • An Outpatient Program (OP), which is the least restrictive form of addiction treatment. OPs are favored by those with mild drug addictions. Patients are able to attend counseling sessions depending on their schedules.
  • Family Support, which is a supplement for most addiction treatment plans and can prove critical to your long-term recovery. Because families are often a person’s strongest support system, it is crucial to repair any damaged family relationships.

Start Drug Rehab in New Orleans Today

The approach of Imagine Recovery often combines addiction and mental health therapies to address and treat drug addiction as well as any co-occurring disorders. Combined with family support, our New Orleans drug rehab enables people to achieve long-term recovery and lasting wellness. Visit our admissions page today to connect with us.

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    I can’t say enough how much Imagine has impacted my life. Being in a new city, I felt lucky and grateful that a place like Imagine was a familiarity and sort-of home base in my life for the first couple months – and I know it will always be there for me moving forward. It has not only helped me build a strong community and confidence as I start this new chapter of my life, but it also has given me tools to continue to succeed in whatever life throws at me.

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    I’M SO GRATEFUL
    Hi everybody,
    To everyone in the Imagine Family, I wanted to thank all of you from the bottom of my heart. This truly was one of the greatest experiences of my life and I couldn’t have done it without each and every one of you. I promise to come back every now and again because I don’t want to lose touch with the people that changed my life for the better.
    From the bottom of my heart, thank you and with love,

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  • I was sitting outside, enjoying the breeze, watching the trees sway and admiring the beautiful colors. For me, that is a stillness I was once uncomfortable being in. I must admit, I did not think I needed IOP at Imagine after completing a 30-day inpatient program. In fact, I felt I knew all the cliché sayings, read the material, had it thrown at me from every direction, and I would not gain anything from attending IOP post-inpatient treatment. Oh how wrong I was! While attending group meetings and one-on-ones, I gained so much insight, compassion and confidence. I learned to fully forgive, both myself and others. I am more patient when I used to be reactionary. The shell of a person I once considered myself is now humbly strong. And guess what – I like me. I could not have made these leaps without the guidance and suggestions I received at Imagine. I am beyond grateful to have y’all as part of my journey. Thank you so much for everything you do and everything you’ve allowed me to gain through your program. 

    Much Love Ladies 🙂

    S.E.
  • To the wonderful people of Imagine,

    Someone wise once told me that we should live our lives in a way that, when we pass, the most important words spoken about you will be “They made a difference.

    In the game of addiction, hope is hard to come by, the pain swallows people whole and the wounds can turn into an unimaginable cancer. If one can muster up enough strength and conviction, recovery is possible. But still, the process has to include the contrasting element to addiction, connection.

    At Imagine, Felicia, you’ve devoted your life to be a healer. You have provided the pace for connection – that is a crucial element in having a chance at conquering addiction. The wonderful staff are all as equally important as you are. Thank you all for your compassion. It is a breath of fresh air!

    I know I speak on behalf of many people when I say… Imagine is making a difference in this world!

    Thank you.

    TL 🙂
  • When I came through the doors of Imagine last year, I looked and felt like the “before” photo in a pet adoption advertisement: Sick, scared, confused, and probably not smelling all that great. I didn’t know exactly what I needed, only that I wanted a better life, a healthier, happier one. Soon after, I became Imagine Client #1. No pressure, right? After ten weeks of IOP and eight weeks of outpatient treatment, I felt as though I’d been born again. It’s not hard to see why Imagine has chosen a phoenix as its spirit animal and logo, a legendary mythical creature that is continuously born anew from its own ashes. And that’s precisely how I feel today, rebuilt from the charred remains of an unhealthy and fearful life, a new and better man, husband, brother, son, and (at least I hope) member of the human race. For the first time in a long time, I have peace, health, and hope, which are no small things. I am, and will always be, eternally grateful for those gifts.

    Scott G.

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