Acute SUD (Substance Use Disorder) Detox at Glen Oaks Hospital
Addiction is a complex disease that often leaves those living with it feeling powerless. However, long-term recovery is possible. The substance use disorder program at Glen Oaks Hospital provides comprehensive and compassionate treatment following the 12-Step model for long-term recovery.
Symptoms of Addiction to Drugs and Alcohol:
- Cravings for the substance
- Loss of control over substance use
- Continued use despite negative consequences
- Tolerance and withdrawal symptoms
- Neglect of personal and professional responsibilities
- Isolation and secrecy
Recognizing You Need Help:
- When substance use begins to interfere with your daily life, work, and relationships.
- If you experience withdrawal symptoms when attempting to quit using drugs or alcohol.
- When you realize that you have lost control over your substance use and it’s affecting your well-being.
Our Program
At Glen Oaks Hospital, adults aged 18 and over who are struggling with addiction to drugs or alcohol can find the support they need through our inpatient therapeutic program. We understand that addiction is a complex disease affecting both the mind and body. Our program is designed to help individuals detox safely under professional supervision while addressing the psychological aspects of addiction.
Program Phases:
Phase One
Medically Supervised Detoxification Led by our expert medical team, this phase ensures safe withdrawal from the substance.
Phase Two
Individualized Treatment Plan Our medical and therapy team creates a tailored treatment plan for each person, incorporating daily group therapy sessions led by our clinical team. These sessions focus on psychoeducation, processing emotions, and activities that support the healing process.
Phase Three
Transition to Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) In the final phase, clients transition from inpatient treatment to our IOP, where they work on relapse prevention skills, managing triggers and cravings, and improving healthy life skills.
Understanding Addiction
Addiction is a disease that affects both the mind and the body. The first step in recovery acknowledges this by stating, “We admitted we were powerless – that our lives had become unmanageable.” Patients are educated about their powerlessness over addiction, driven by both the body’s abnormal reaction (allergy) and the mind’s obsession. This cycle is extremely challenging to break without assistance. The American Medical Association recognized alcoholism as a disease in 1954 due to its chronic and progressive nature.
Step one, often the most challenging, involves admitting powerlessness and the unmanageability of life due to addiction. It’s a critical step that, when understood, paves the way for the rest of the program. Step two states, “Came to believe that a power greater than us can restore us to sanity.” This step allows for personal spiritual beliefs, emphasizing trust and belief in something beyond oneself.
Addiction is a disease that can be treated, and recovery is an ongoing process. The 12-Step model, which has been in place for nearly a century, provides a solution that has saved countless lives by guiding individuals through the recovery journey. If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, our program at Glen Oaks Hospital is here to help. Contact us for a confidential, level of care assessment to learn more about our program and see if it’s the right fit for your recovery journey.