At Neuro Psychiatric Addiction Clinic (NPAC), we specialize in delivering comprehensive treatment packages. We’ll safely detox you, help you uncover the root cause of your problems, and offer you the long-term support you need to maintain your recovery for the rest of your life.
We provide detox for various substances, including stimulants, synthetic cannabis, cannabis, and benzodiazepines. Our medical experts will monitor your mental and physical state to make sure your transition into recovery is as easy as possible.
If you’ve tried to stop before and failed, don’t give up. You’ll be amazed at the difference a medically supervised detox at our clinic makes.
We offer detoxes for:
NPAC is fully licensed by the Florida Department of Children and Families to provide detox treatment and residential care, so you can rest easy knowing that you’re in good hands during treatment.
Stimulants aren’t physically addictive in the same way alcohol or opiates are. However, research shows that addiction produces physical changes in the brain’s structure. This means that stopping suddenly will induce intense psychological withdrawals.
This category of substances includes:
While each of the above has slightly different effects, they all work on the dopamine system. This causes users to feel alert, chatty, and confident. They suppress our appetite, make us feel more awake, and increase our sex drive. People addicted to stimulants can go days without feeling the need to sleep.
However, as the old adage goes, what goes up must come down. Stimulants are extremely hard on our bodies, and when their effects wear off, users typically experience:
While each of the above has slightly different effects, they all work on the dopamine system. This causes users to feel alert, chatty, and confident. They suppress our appetite, make us feel more awake, and increase our sex drive. People addicted to stimulants can go days without feeling the need to sleep.
However, as the old adage goes, what goes up must come down. Stimulants are extremely hard on our bodies, and when their effects wear off, users typically experience:
Stimulant detox happens in two stages – acute and post-acute. Acute detox lasts between two to three weeks, and post-acute detox can occur for months following.
There are no FDA-approved substitutes for treating stimulant detox. Instead, we focus on making sure that you’re as comfortable as possible during your time here. If appropriate, we may prescribe:
Our staff will also be on hand to talk you through any of the more difficult times. Developing healthy coping strategies is vital for long-term recovery and dealing with substance cravings.
Our staff will also be on hand to talk you through any of the more difficult times. Developing healthy coping strategies is vital for long-term recovery and dealing with substance cravings.
During treatment at NPAC, we’ll help you develop your own recovery program and help you implement it in your life. You’ll have the decades of experience of our fully trained team and a supportive peer group to work towards your stimulant-free future.
Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are central nervous system depressants used by millions of Americans. They increase the effect of a neurotransmitter called GABA, which reduces brain activity, sedates us, and makes us feel more relaxed.
Commonly used benzos include:
Benzos are also highly addictive and cause a range of physical and mental withdrawal symptoms, including:
Unmedicated benzo withdrawal is extremely dangerous and can lead to life-threatening seizures in extreme circumstances. If you experience any of the above symptoms when you stop taking benzos, it’s vital that you reach out for help rather than go it alone.
At NPAC, we place patient comfort at the forefront of everything we do. In our assessment, we’ll review the level of your addiction so that we can plan the medication for your detox.
First, we’ll stabilize you on a longer-acting benzo, such as diazepam or chlordiazepoxide. Then, we’ll gradually lower your dosage down over a few weeks to two months, depending on how large your habit was. We can also prescribe mental health medication if necessary.
During this time, you’ll be held up by our understanding and compassionate team and your peers. Detoxing on your own can be miserable, yet doing it with the support of new friends and highly-trained staff under the Florida sun makes for a much more life-affirming experience.
Synthetic cannabis is a relatively new substance that has recently emerged in the United States, gaining popularity in Miami. Known as K2 or spice, it’s a blend of synthetic cannabinoids sprayed onto herbs and smoked.
Because the ingredients are ever-changing, the effects can be hard to predict. Some batches may have relatively mild effects, while some have been strong enough to cause fatal overdoses and hospitalizations. Withdrawal effects can also be hazardous and require medical assistance.
Some of the most common withdrawal symptoms of synthetic cannabis are:
Synthetic cannabis detox symptoms can be extremely unpleasant. It typically begins within a few hours and can last up to two weeks. If appropriate support is unavailable, people can find the symptoms so overwhelming they feel they have no choice but to use it again.
There is no specific FDA-approved substitute for synthetic cannabis withdrawal. However, our clinical staff can prescribe certain medicines, including short-term sedatives and anti-psychotics, which counter the most extreme symptoms. They’ll constantly monitor you throughout the process to ensure your health is not at risk.
You’ll have full access to all of our programs and therapies on offer, led by our highly trained and caring staff. You’ll develop a new support group and get the chance to uncover healthy coping strategies that work for you.
At NPAC, we’re here to help you every step of the way. It’s never too early or late to seek help – now is always the right time.
Our industry-leading treatment facility in Port Saint Lucie, FL, is ready to assist you in starting your new, substance-free life.
Contact our local number (772) 281-2626, call our 24/7 hotline (844) 282-1306, or send us an email for a conversation about starting a new life.
