Valium Addiction Treatment and Rehab Center

Valium is commonly known for its calming properties in treating muscle spasms or anxiety, but it is also highly abused and addictive. The use of this drug can be dangerous, causing uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms and side effects. Continue reading this article to understand Valium, how to overcome dependency on it, its effects, withdrawal symptoms, and treatment.
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What Is Valium

It is a long-acting benzodiazepine drug to help calm and relax the central nervous system. It is prescribed for muscle spasms, anxiety, and seizure issues and sometimes helps patients through alcohol withdrawal. This drug diminishes hyperactive brain function, relieving severe anxiety and stress. Valium abuse leads to Valium dependency and addiction withdrawal symptoms.

Indications for Use

  • Muscle spasms
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Withdrawal from alcohol
  • Insomnia
  • Seizures

The Effects of Valium Abuse

Valium addiction causes unpleasant side effects:

Mental Effects

  • Hallucinations/confusion
  • Depression
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Slurred speech

Physical Effects

  • Bluish lips
  • Dilated pupils
  • Nausea/vomiting
  • Mood changes
  • Double vision

Symptoms and Signs of Valium Use

  • Cravings for Valium
  • Impaired coordination
  • Slurred speech
  • Loss of interest in enjoyable activities
  • Isolation from friends and family
  • Changes in appetite
  • Shaking
  • Uncharacteristic irritability or sadness
  • Memory issues
  • Dry mouth
  • Upset stomach
  • Muscle weakness
  • Headache
  • Changes in sex drive

Valium Addiction Treatment Options

Treatment for Valium addiction should be supervised by medical professionals in a certified Valium addiction treatment center. There are different treatment options based on the patient’s level of addiction.

Medical Treatment for Valium Addiction

The program includes 24/7 monitored medical detoxification. The treatment helps to get rid of the Valium from the patient’s bloodstream and manage their withdrawal symptoms.

Inpatient Treatment vs. Outpatient Treatment for Valium Addiction

Inpatient treatment is a program where patients stay in the clinic under professional supervision 24/7. It includes medical, clinical, and psychological treatments to heal mental and physical damage caused by the Valium abuse. Inpatient care is ideal for patients struggling with a severe addiction to Valium.

In an outpatient treatment program, the patient will attend the treatment while they return home every day. The patient attends group and individual therapies and other treatment activities, such as yoga and breathworks. The treatment is ideal for people with mild to moderate levels of Valium addiction.

Process and Stages of Valium Addiction Treatment at Dr.Vorobjev Clinic

Our experts have helped many patients successfully beat their substance addiction.

Diagnosis of Valium Addiction

The first stepin the diagnosis process is a thorough evaluation. The patient’s healthcare provider will ask them several questions about when they started using the drug, the frequency of use, symptoms they have, and impairment in their daily living. A urine and blood sample will be taken to formally assess the level of abuse. The information in the diagnosis process will determine the type of treatment the patient will be prescribed.

Valium Detoxification Treatment

Detox from Valium helps to withdraw the substance from the patient’s bloodstream. The treatment is also great to manage the withdrawal symptoms while detoxing. Valium detoxification is done under a doctor’s supervision. Some prescribed medications are used during the process to lessen the withdrawal symptoms.

Psychotherapy

This is a program to help the patient become sober and prevent them from falling back into old habits. It helps them recognize their Valium addiction triggers and how to deal with them. It involves therapy with a psychiatrist and psychologist who help them cope with their condition and manage drug cravings.

Average Length of Valium Addiction Treatment

The treatment programs typically last between 30 to 90 days, but the actual length depends on the type of treatment and severity of the addiction.

The Effectiveness of Valium Addiction Treatment

Treatment that focuses on clearing the body of Valium, working with the addiction and the triggers that caused it, is effective in 90% of cases.

This is because it eliminates the cause of the disease and allows patients to start a new life with new habits and behavioral patterns.

Cost of Valium Addiction Treatment

The cost of Valium addiction treatment depends on the length of therapy, and the chosen treatment option. Outpatient treatment costs slightly less than inpatient treatment. The cost of treatment at Dr.Vorobjev Clinic starts from 2,700 €.

Doctors

We have experts with years of experience and everything required to ensure patients get well safely and as soon as possible. Meet them here:

  • Marija Jovanovic — General Medicine
  • Oleksandra Korocanski — Reanimatologist and Anesthesiologist
  • Kristina Butina — Occupational Therapist
  • Sonja Pantovic — Chief of the Psychologist
  • Vladimir Bojovic — Physiotherapist
  • Blazenka Kuculovic Stijelja — Psychiatrist
  • Maja Tesanovic — Psychologist
  • Dobrica ILic — Medical Consultant

Patents and Certificates

For years Dr.Vorobjev Clinic has been among the most trusted and approved clinics to treat substance addiction. Our medical professionals have healed many patients successfully who are now living sober and happy lives.

We are Drug and Alcohol Addiction Certified Counselors (DAACC) and all our doctors are registered and licensed to safely help any patient overcome substance abuse and addiction.

Reviews

  1. Tanya Kolkhanovic.

    „I was prescribed Valium for my anxiety disorder. I neglected to work with a shrink, and gave myself completely to the power of the pills. At some point the doctor stopped prescribing them to me, and I found myself in the most severe withdrawal. My relatives brought me to this clinic, where soulful, understanding professionals helped me with both my addiction and my anxiety. I sincerely thank you for giving me my life back!.“