Benzodiazepines, or “benzos,” are prescription tranquilizers that treat a wide range of conditions. They are known for their calming effects, but they are highly addictive. Even those who have a legitimate reason to use them can develop a substance use disorder.
Our rehab in Lehigh Valley, PA, treats benzo addiction with our comprehensive, personalized treatment program.
If you or someone you love is battling an addiction to benzodiazepines, contact Recovery Cove today.
Our fentanyl rehab program provides fully customized care for each client. Our substance use disorder treatment programs were designed to provide the comprehensive, compassionate care needed to help our clients achieve long-term recovery.
Here are some of the programs we offer:
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The professionals at Recovery Cove provide a holistic, medically backed approach to benzodiazepine addiction care. Clients start by speaking with our admissions team and sharing information such as:
This conversation will help guide the choice of program to begin your recovery journey.
Programs are led by skilled counselors and therapists dedicated to your recovery and customized for your unique needs.
Recovery Cove is at the heart of the Lehigh Valley community and we are here to help support our clients as they overcome benzo addiction.
If you’re looking for a safe, supportive environment, you’re in the right place. You are not alone! Contact us today to get started on your road to recovery and build a healthier future.
Due to the natural process of drug tolerance, people who are dependent on benzos need more and more to achieve the same effect. If they try to cut back or stop, they may experience withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms can be dangerous and even life-threatening, which is why we recommend that individuals only detox under medical supervision.
Tolerance to benzodiazepines can develop in as little as two to four weeks. Typically, the cycle starts when the user feels their medication is no longer working as effectively as it did, and so they increase their dose. They may do this by increasing the amount they take, taking it more often, or adding a different type of benzo to the mix.
As the person needs higher and more frequent doses to calm their anxiety, they develop a dependence, which can lead to addiction.
Benzodiazepines are generally considered effective and safe when used as prescribed and for a short-term period. However, they also come with potential risks and drawbacks, including dependence and addiction. Unfortunately, addiction can occur quite quickly, sometimes within just weeks of using the drug.
Some of the risks associated with benzodiazepine use are:
Symptoms can be severe and life-threatening, and they can last longer than those of other drugs. The most common issue people face is ‘rebound anxiety,’ which usually occurs one to four days after the last dose. This means that individuals can experience increased anxiety symptoms, which are the symptoms benzos are designed to treat.
Benzo withdrawal symptoms last about 10-14 days. Detoxing under medical supervision ensures you receive monitoring from medical professionals and access to medication and therapy to help with withdrawal symptoms. While they won’t eliminate the symptoms entirely, they will make them more tolerable.
The signs and symptoms of benzo withdrawal include:
The benzo rehab program at Recovery Cove can vary in length depending on several factors, such as:
Contact our admissions team today to learn more and begin the healing process.
Recovery Cove accepts most major insurance. Contact us to verify your insurance and learn more about your specific coverage.
Yes! Recovery Cove is an Outpatient Rehab Facility serving Lehigh Valley, PA. This means we offer programs during the day or evening that are flexible and allow patients to continue to honor their responsibilities and go home each night. Contact our team for more information.
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