In the Treatment of Polysubstance Abuse at Orlando Treatment Solutions and your treatment choice. In case you are in or have a loved one who is caught up in the predicament of using more than one substance and the pernicious effects of using them, then our special team is available to help you get back to your normal functioning. Call us and start a healing process.
What is Polysubstance Abuse?
Polysubstance abuse is an addiction of a type to substances in which an individual is abusing one or more substances, usually three or more, and does not have a favorite substance as such. It is hazardous in the sense that there is no predictability of the serious health effects, like overdose and death, when different kinds of drugs are used together, e.g., the depressants with other depressants and the stimulants with the depressants.
Signs & Symptoms
The Polysubstance Abuse signs may differ depending on the substances involved, but typical signs and patterns are:
- Substance wear-off mood changes (anxiety, agitation or depression).
- Such physical symptoms as muscle aches, sleepless nights, sweats, nausea or throwing up.
- Behavioral clues: lack of deliberation of personal responsibilities or hygiene, hiding drug use, choosing drug use over relationships with other people or work.
Once you observe these symptoms in yourself or one of your loved ones, you might have to reach out for professional help.
Causes & Risk Factors
To be more exact, the Polysubstance Abuse problem will be tricky, but still, the research indicates that substance abuse disturbs the reward system within the brain and increases addiction. Key risk factors include:
- History of substance use disorder or treatment for drug addiction.
- Floods of related psychological needs.
- Exposure to different environments or substances in which different substances are in the company of each other.
- Addiction or negative experiences in family history.
These are only a few of the factors that our integrated assessments take into account at Orlando Treatment Solutions to develop a treatment plan that is personalized to you.
Diagnosis & Assessment
In diagnosing Polysubstance Abuse, our clinicians at Orlando Treatment Solutions, before proceeding to diagnose, would first carry out a comprehensive assessment of the substance use history, symptoms, and previous efforts to reduce or quit. Physical examination or urine or blood can also help us detect the presence of substances in your system.
In the process, we are able to understand how other substances have impacted your health and what aid you will require to heal.
Treatment & Recovery Approach
At Orlando Treatment Solutions, we are of the view that Polysubstance Abuse should be treated in a comprehensive, caring manner. Our program may include:
Detoxification:
A safe procedure of removing substances in the body under medical care to deal with the withdrawal symptoms.
Therapy & counselling:
Incorporating the evidence-based interventions, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), motivational enhancement, contingency management, and family therapy to focus on the causes of stress and develop proper coping strategies.
Medication-assisted treatment:
There are, in certain cases, some substances, such as opioids, alcohol, or nicotine, for which medication can be used to help decrease cravings and increase safety in the recovery process.
Aftercare/relapse prevention:
We know that the Polysubstance Abuse recovery is an indefinite process, and we help you to create a support center, learn the triggers, and create a long-term wellness model.
Why Choose Orlando Treatment Solutions?
- Skill in details: Our employees are prepared to address the specifics of Polysubstance Abuse, e.g. multiple substances and comorbidities.
- As an individual: You and I are two separate people, so in our view, there does not exist a single method of getting to recovery, and accordingly, the treatment plan will be tailored to your history, drug mix, health, and dreams.
- Secure, gentle space: You can leave your judgment behind you and find a conducive atmosphere where you can be certain not to be judged.
Our admissions team is in place to assist you in ensuring that you can get into safe and timely care since you have already made a call.
Prevention & Long-Term Wellness
Education, awareness, and the establishment of a robust support system are some of the ways of preventing repetitive cases of Polysubstance abuse, among others. Some key strategies include:
- Being aware of the impacts of different substances on your body and combining substances, as a result of which the risk factor.
- Giving of overdose-reversal drugs (where necessary) and ensuring that your loved ones are aware that you are okay.
- Continued therapy, peer support groups, and wellness activities are structured ways of promoting both mental and physical well-being.
It is what we do at Orlando Treatment Solutions, where we help you prepare yourself with these tools in a bid to continue with life with firm and strong confidence.
Taking the First Step
You do not have to go it alone when Polysubstance Abuse is battling you or anyone important to you. We stand by you at the time when you are at Orlando Treatment Solutions. Call us now to have a personal, no-obligation discussion of your opportunities. Our staff is on hand 24/7 to assist you through some the intake, assessment, and placement in a healthy treatment track.
Get Help Now
Delay is not an option. The faster you make a call, the faster you can start regaining your life and overcoming Polysubstance Abuse. Immediate help and confidential assistance – Call Orlando treatment solutions right now on (321) 415-3213. Now you begin your healing process.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 💊 Substance Abuse
Q: What is the meaning of polysubstance abuse?
Polysubstance abuse (also called concurrent substance use) is the abuse of more than one substance at the same time or sequentially. It often involves using substances from different pharmacological classes, such as combining alcohol with opioids or cocaine with benzodiazepines.
Q: What are the four types of substance abuse?
Substance abuse can be categorized based on the pharmacological class of the substance being abused. Four common types include the abuse of:
- Depressants (e.g., alcohol, benzodiazepines, opioids)
- Stimulants (e.g., cocaine, amphetamines, methamphetamine)
- Hallucinogens (e.g., LSD, psilocybin mushrooms)
- Cannabis (marijuana)
Q: Is polysubstance abuse a disability?
Yes, severe Substance Use Disorder (SUD), which includes polysubstance abuse, can be considered a disability under various legal frameworks (like the Americans with Disabilities Act in the U.S. or similar legislation globally) if it substantially limits one or more major life activities and is a documented medical condition. However, illegal drug use itself is often excluded from protection.
Q: What is the definition of a polydrug?
A polydrug is simply any substance that is used in the context of polysubstance abuse. More specifically, a polydrug is a term used to describe one of the multiple substances being consumed simultaneously or sequentially by an individual (e.g., alcohol and cocaine are two different polydrugs when consumed together).
Q: Can one substance use still be considered polysubstance abuse?
Yes, when more than one substance (including combinations of alcohol, prescription drugs, illicit drugs, or over-the-counter substances) is used concurrently or within a short time frame, it may qualify as Polysubstance Abuse.
Q: How long will treatment for polysubstance abuse take?
Every individual’s path is different. Treatment duration depends on the substance mix, physical health, co-occurring mental health issues and your personal support system. Our team at Orlando Treatment Solutions will review your case and recommend the best timeline for you.
Q: What if relapse occurs?
Relapse is a known risk when dealing with Polysubstance Abuse, but it does not mean failure. It means you may need to revisit detox, review your plan and adjust strategies. Our team is committed to supporting you through every step, even if setbacks occur.
