Detox is the body’s first step toward balance, but it can also be physically demanding. Some people develop only mild symptoms, while others face intense withdrawal that becomes dangerous within hours. Medical detox provides round-the-clock care so participants can rest, stay stable, and receive medication when needed. Seizures, hallucinations, chest pain, or thoughts of self-harm…
Completing detox is a major achievement. It takes courage, strength, and the willingness to begin something new. Once detox is complete, though, another phase of recovery begins. The mind, body, and emotions all need time and care to fully heal. Addiction treatment after detox helps people take that next step. It focuses on learning new…
The first few days without drugs or alcohol can feel uncertain. The body is adjusting, emotions can swing, and sleep often feels out of reach. Detox is when the healing process truly begins. It’s the bridge between substance use and recovery: the moment a person starts to regain control. At New Bridge Foundation®, we offer…
Choosing to stop using drugs or alcohol is a powerful decision. But no one should have to go through detox alone. Withdrawal symptoms can range from uncomfortable to life-threatening, and trying to tough it out without help often leads right back to where you started. If you or someone close to you is ready to…
Fentanyl is extremely powerful—up to 100 times stronger than prescription opioids—which is why it’s so addictive. It takes over how the brain feels pain and pleasure, making it hard to function without it. Over time, the body gets used to the drug, meaning you need more and more to feel the same effects. When that…
Detox is one of the first steps in addiction treatment, and it’s a critical part of recovery. Alcohol and many other substances, like benzos and opioids, cause changes in the brain that lead to physical dependence. When someone stops using these substances, they may experience withdrawal symptoms as their body adjusts to functioning without the…
If you or a loved one is struggling with a dependence on opioids, you likely know that withdrawal symptoms can be a roadblock to recovery. Opioid withdrawal symptoms can begin only hours after the last use and can last for a week or more. For many, these symptoms can make it difficult to quit using…
The journey to recovery often begins with detoxification, more commonly known as detox. A detox program is a process that helps clients overcome their physical dependence on drugs or alcohol. When someone stops using drugs or alcohol, their body experiences withdrawal symptoms that can be painful, uncomfortable, and even dangerous. A detox program provides medical…
Getting treatment for a drug or alcohol addiction can be an intimidating prospect, at least initially. You may feel like you are faced with many unknowns and unanswered questions as you seek drug or alcohol rehab. First among them likely involves what drug or alcohol rehab entails and how it can help you or a…
Detoxification, or detox, can be an essential first step in your recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. Detox is the process by which your body rids itself of toxins. For those struggling with addiction, detoxing can be a difficult process. If your body has formed a chemical dependency on addictive substances, it will enter withdrawal.…