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Where To Get Help For Ketamine Addiction

Written by Nicholas Conn | May 10, 2024 9:05:33 AM

Are you suffering from a ketamine addiction? You are in the right place. Rehubs can help - it's time to stop the cycle of addiction and seek help.

Acknowledging that you need help for your addiction is a great step in the right direction towards a healthier sober life.

Ketamine addictions can be very difficult to deal with and ensuring you have the right people around you and support available can really help towards your recovery journey. 

It is important to remember that addiction is a medical condition that affects millions of people worldwide and it requires professional support and treatment. It's not something you should be ashamed of, and there is always someone who can help you.

This blog post will help you to recognise your addiction and the causes as well as the treatment option routes you may choose to go down.

So, let's take a look at where you can find help and get you back on track to a healthier and happier lifeā€¦

 

Understanding Your Addiction

Taking steps to overcome addiction can be difficult, but understanding where you can get the appropriate help to suit your addiction can make it that little bit easier.

The Symptoms

You may find you are not yourself when taking ketamine and you need the drug to function. Some of the symptoms you may be experiencing can include,

  • Withdrawal symptoms when not using the drug such as Ketamine cravings, mood swings, nausea, sweating and shakiness
  • You may struggle to control yourself around the drug and the amount you consume
  • Health problems
  • Prioritising the drug over your responsibilities and relationships

The Root Causes

Addiction is often rooted in underlying issues such as trauma, stress, mental health disorders, or social factors.

Understanding the root cause of your addiction is essential for breaking the cycle.

By exploring the factors that contribute to your addiction, you can begin to heal and move towards a healthier, happier sober life.

The Impact of Your Addiction

Your addiction doesn't only affect yourself, it affects the people around you. Addiction affects you socially, psychologically and financially along with the ability to cause long-term damage to your health.

Don't let addiction take more from you than it already has!

Some of the social effects of addiction can include, the strain on relationships with family members, and friends, and loss of job, due to poor performance or absence.

Some of the psychological effects of ketamine addiction include memory loss, confusion and paranoia.

Addiction can impact you financially - the cost of your addiction is expensive to keep up with.

You may have also lost your job due to your addiction, meaning you have to prioritise your addiction over other personal items you may need.

There are a lot of health issues you may find yourself with from ketamine abuse some of them include:

  • Bladder and kidney problems
  • Respiratory complications and heart problems
  • Depression and anxiety 
  • Psychosis
  • Tooth decay and gum disease

 

Treatment Options

Finding the best treatment option for you is essential when getting help for your addiction.

Here is a list of some of the help available that you may want to seek for your addiction:

Consult a Healthcare Professional

One of the first steps in seeking help for ketamine addiction is consulting a healthcare professional.

A doctor, psychiatrist, or addiction specialist can assess your situation, provide guidance, and recommend appropriate treatment options.

They may also prescribe medications to manage withdrawal symptoms or treat mental health disorders.

Therapy and Counseling

Talking with a therapist is a great way to get help for your addiction, you can identify the root cause of your addiction and get help for the past trauma you may have experienced.

They can help you to maintain sobriety and overcome any mental health problems you may have from your addiction.

Support Services and Rehab Centres

Rehab centres offer comprehensive treatment programs that may include medical detoxification, therapy, support groups, holistic therapies, and aftercare planning.

Being around people who are going through the same thing can help with your addiction and motivate you to keep going with your recovery. 

At-Home Rehab

Here at Rehubs, we offer you the opportunity to get sober at home. Your treatment plan will be tailored to accommodate your needs, whether that be a busy schedule or low availability. 

We understand that not everybody has the time to spend weeks attending an inpatient rehab, which is why we have created this service as your recovery matters to us.

You can be a part of support groups and talk to anyone at the click of a button helping you to access rehab wherever you are.

Being at home for rehab can help you to feel more in control. Your addiction has already taken over a big part of your life so being able to hold yourself accountable and recover with those you love around you can help you in your steps towards recovery.

Choosing Recovery

Remember that seeking help for addiction is a brave and important step towards reclaiming control of your life.

You don't have to face this challenge alone, and there are resources and support available to assist you on your journey to recovery.

The first step to overcoming addiction is reaching out. Get in touch with one of our consultants here at Rehubs today for your free consultation.

Talking to friends and family about recovery and what you have been struggling with is a great choice too as they will be able to help and support you through your journey.