Nearly 874,000 people are introduced to cocaine each year.[1] Regular cocaine abuse can easily spiral into a serious, life-threatening addiction. While cocaine addiction is a chronic and progressive condition, individuals can recover with professional treatment.
Many people suffering from cocaine addiction are hesitant to attend rehab. This may stem from fear of experiencing withdrawal symptoms, shame related to the stigma of addiction, or just a general fear of the unknown.
According to the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics, 15.1 million adults or 1 in 14 aged 26 or older needed substance abuse treatment but only 1.4% or 3 million receive the treatment they need.[1] This highlights the overwhelming need for addiction treatment awareness and education in the United States.
Cocaine addiction treatment is covered by insurance and involves detox, medical and psychiatric support, behavioral therapy, and aftercare planning. Using this comprehensive approach, anyone struggling with an addiction to cocaine can recover.
How is Cocaine Addiction Treated in New Jersey?
Cocaine addiction is a complex condition that requires extensive care and individualized treatment. Because of this, treatment for cocaine use disorder involves a continuum of care – including detox, inpatient treatment, outpatient rehab, and sober living programs.
While recovering cocaine addicts require a medical detox, treatment does not end there. The emotional, mental, and spiritual effects of cocaine addiction must be treated for an individual to maintain long-term sobriety.
Medical Detox
Individuals addicted to cocaine have a dependency on the substance. This causes symptoms of withdrawal if they suddenly stop using cocaine.
What are the symptoms of cocaine withdrawal?
- Trouble concentrating
- Slowed reaction time and movement
- Aggression or feelings of anger
- Depression leading to suicidal ideation
- Anxiety and paranoia
- Nightmares
- Strong cravings for cocaine
Medical detox for cocaine addiction is the process of eliminating cocaine from the body under medical supervision. Medications may be used to prevent individuals from experiencing severe psychological or life-threatening symptoms.
Cocaine withdrawal may cause severe symptoms of depression. Medications like antidepressants may be used to soothe a client’s depressive symptoms and increase the individual’s production of serotonin.
Inclient Treatment
Once an individual completes cocaine detox, they will move on to inpatient or residential treatment. During an inpatient program, clients attend treatment sessions and live at the facility. This ensures that the client is monitored and supported on a 24/7 basis during the early stages of their recovery.
Inclient treatment mainly focuses on treating the psychological and behavioral aspects of addiction using a variety of evidence-based therapies.
Patients will uncover the root causes of their addiction, work through past traumas, identify triggers for drug abuse, and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
Outpatient Treatment
Outpatient rehab is typically the next step in cocaine addiction treatment. However, some individuals may apply this as a standalone treatment program after completing detox. This is only recommended for individuals with mild addictions, as outpatient rehab provides less intensive care.
Outpatient rehab programs require clients to attend treatment sessions during the day and allow them to return home at night. While this provides freedom and the flexibility to attend work, school, or care for children, outpatient is only recommended for individuals who are self-accountable in their sobriety.
Treatment sessions will vary in length and frequency depending on the individual’s needs and the type of outpatient program they attend. Every outpatient program uses the same evidence-based individual therapy and group counseling that inpatient programs provide.
Sober Living Programs
The last step in cocaine addiction treatment is attending a sober living program. Sober living programs are housing opportunities that allow recovering addicts an easy transition between rehab and normal, everyday life.
While sober living programs are optional, they are highly recommended. The transition from treatment to normal life can be difficult, as recovering addicts will begin to experience real-world triggers. Sober living programs help individuals stay accountable by providing them with random drug testing, a sober environment to live in, and required attendance to weekly addiction recovery meetings.
Common Questions About Cocaine Addiction Treatment
Will I Experience Withdrawal Symptoms?
When an individual attends a medical detox program for cocaine, their withdrawal symptoms will be managed with medications. While they may experience mild symptoms, they will have access to professional doctors, nurses, and psychiatrists who can promptly treat them.
How Long Does Cocaine Detox Take?
Detox takes two to four weeks depending on the severity of the individual’s cocaine use disorder.
Factors that influence the cocaine withdrawal timeline include:
- Age, gender, weight
- Metabolism
- Frequency of cocaine use
- Length of cocaine addiction
- Method of administration
- Liver function
Will I Get Treatment for my Mental Health Conditions Too?
Yes. Cocaine addiction treatment centers usually offer dual diagnosis care for individuals with co-occurring mental health conditions. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, “approximately 9.2 million adults in the United States have a co-occurring disorder”[2]
Find Help for Cocaine Addiction in New Jersey Today
If you or a loved one suffer from cocaine addiction, it’s time to seek help. Moving Mountains Recovery Center can provide you with everything you need to maintain long-term sobriety. From medical detox to individual therapy and relapse prevention planning, our program is designed to set every client up for success.
Contact us today for more information on how to begin cocaine addiction treatment in New Jersey.
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