Drug and Alcohol Detox Centers

Short for detoxification, detox is the process of ridding the body of any substance on which it has a dependency, such as drugs or alcohol. Drug detoxification should also take place in the care of experienced professionals. In the case of pain killer addiction, numerous options exist for meaningful detoxification. For alcohol, detox has to often be done in a medical facility, under the care of a qualifying physician. This is because the alcohol has been in the system for so long that when it begins to finally exit, the body reacts violently, spawning convulsions and severe nausea. Sadly, this reaction can be fatal, for which reason why proper medical supervision is essential.

Many think of detox as the treatment for alcoholism when it is truly the first phase of a long process to come. Unfortunately, many people repeatedly detox from alcohol or drugs, but do not follow up with any other treatment program. This lack of “follow through” can actually be dangerous if someone continues his or her substance abuse. Studies have shown going through detox more than twice can intensify the withdrawal symptoms.

Effective alcohol and drug detox will also take away the physical cravings as long as there is a hint of alcohol in the persons system. These cravings are often overwhelming, to the point where the person is unable to focus on anything else. Under these conditions, an alcoholic is not in a position to seek treatment. After detox, the mind and body are both cleared so recovery can begin.

Like the alcohol detoxification process, many drug addicts also require medical care while withdrawing. Withdrawal from opiates such as heroin and even Vicodin or OxyContin Detox requires a period of close supervision. Opiate detox includes closely monitoring the person’s vital signs, providing supportive care, and prescribing medications. And although painkiller addiction has become an alarmingly problem, groundbreaking treatment options are now available.

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Crossroads Centre
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Gateway to Recovery
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Willingway Hospital
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New Method Wellness
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Hope By The Sea
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Local Listings
South Central Human Service Center
520 3rd Street NW
Jamestown, North Dakota 58401
Towner County Medical Center
7448 68th Avenue NE
Cando, North Dakota 58324
Meritcare Health Systems
1720 South University Drive
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
STEP Program
107 Conklin Avenue
Grand Forks, North Dakota 58203
North Central Human Service Center
400 22nd Avenue NW
Minot, North Dakota 58703
Trinity Addiction Services
407 3rd Street SE
Minot, North Dakota 58701
Meritcare South University/Chemical
1720 South University Drive
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
Lake Region Human Service Center
200 Highway 2 SW
Devils Lake, North Dakota 58301
West Central Human Service Center
Prairie Hills Plaza 1237 West Divide Avenue Suite 5
Bismarck, North Dakota 58501
Centre Inc
123 15th Street North
Fargo, North Dakota 58102
North Dakota State Hospital
2605 Circle Drive
Jamestown, North Dakota 58401
ACS Crisis Residential
3230 East Thayer Avenue
Bismarck, North Dakota 58504
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