Substance and Behavioural Addiction
Substance and behavioural addiction can have an impact on your life and those around you. Whether you are seeking support for a loved one or for yourself, it is always important to understand that you are struggling with substance or behaviours that are unhealthy.
At New Leaf Recovery, we are here to support you throughout rehabilitation and recovery, finding a healthier way of living post-rehab. Offering 24/7 support, our team understand that addictions are a difficult cycle to break, but we provide a series of techniques and treatments designed to help you through the process.
Speak to our team today about substance and behavioural addiction.
Types of addiction
There are many different types of addictions, including substance and behavioural addiction.
In order to effectively treat an addiction, there must first be a clear understanding of what this means for individuals that are struggling. An addiction can be defined as when an individual has strong physical or psychological urges or needs to do or use something.
A substance or behavioural addiction is a condition in which an individual is addicted to a particular substance or activity.
If you, or a loved one, is struggling with a substance or behavioural addiction, our team at New Leaf Recovery can help you. Speak to our team today for advice, guidance and rehabilitation support.
What is a substance addiction?
A substance addiction is a disease that effects both an individual’s brain and behaviour and further leads to an inability to control the use of substances; it is a physical dependence on a chemical substance.
When an individual begins to have an intense or persistent urge for a substance, this is an indication of substance addiction. The need for repetitive use can have an impact of brain function and behaviours in the long run if the addiction is not treated.
Contact New Leaf Recovery today if you or a loved one needs support with substance addiction.
Types of substance addictions
There are different types of substance addiction which include but are not limited to the following:
- Alcohol addiction.
- Legal drugs: codeine, benzodiazepine and co-codamol addictions.
- Illegal drugs: cannabis, cocaine, heroin, opiates and mephedrone addictions.
- Nicotine addiction.
Detoxification and rehabilitation for substance addiction should not be done alone. At New Leaf Recovery in Birmingham, we offer 24/7 support during detoxification, followed by effective rehabilitation that can help individuals find positive techniques to maintain sobriety.
What is a behavioural addiction?
A behavioural addiction is a type of addiction which involves compulsive behaviours or a dependency on certain behaviours, such as gambling or shopping. This is a behaviour which is persistently carried out by an individual for a benefit or a ‘high’ feeling.
Typically, with behavioural addictions, you may experience individuals wanting to isolate themselves or find themselves with an urge to complete a specific behaviour. These can be signs of a behavioural addiction. If you or a loved one is looking for support with this, speak to our team at New Leaf Recovery today.
Types of behavioural addictions
There are a number of different types of behavioural addiction. These can include but are not limited to:
- Gambling addiction.
- Sex addiction.
- Internet addiction.
- Shopping addiction.
- Video game addiction.
- Food addiction.
- Exercise addiction.
- Work addiction.
- Tattoo addiction.
- Porn addiction.
Unlike substance addiction, when it comes to effective treatment for behavioural addiction, this comes with rehabilitation. Treatments such as group therapy, the 12-step programme and counselling can help to understand more about the root causes of addiction and how to find healthier techniques to better manage the urges experienced.
At New Leaf Recovery in Birmingham, we offer a range of rehabilitation treatments that can help with behavioural addictions. Speak to our team today to get your rehabilitation journey started.
The Importance of Seeking Help for Substance and Behavioural Addiction
Addiction is a complex disease that can take over your life, leaving you feeling isolated and even powerless. Whatever addiction you are struggling with, it is vital to remember that you can seek support and help, you are not alone in your struggles.
At New Leaf Recovery, we understand the challenges that individuals can face with substance and behavioural addiction. This is why we offer compassionate support and guidance to all clients on their recovery journey. With a range of treatments and techniques that are known to be effective, we are able to help clients find healthier ways of coping with addiction-related urges and develop skills that can help them understand the root cause of their addiction in order to overcome it.
If you or a loved one is looking to take the first step towards recovery, speak to our team at New Leaf Recovery today.
Treatment Options for Substance and Behavioural Addiction
Rehabilitation centres such as New Leaf Recovery offer treatment for individuals with a substance and behavioural addictions. Our addiction recovery programmes are tailored to meet specific requirements of each individual, helping to treat a wide range of substance and behavioural addictions. You can find out more about the addictions that we treat online, alongside the treatments and support that we offer to all clients.
If you or a loved one is struggling with substance or behavioural addiction, seek substance, behavioural and drug help today with New Leaf, a trusted alcohol and drug rehab in Birmingham.
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