Dalmane Addiction

In the U.S. right now, there’s a lot of focus on opioid misuse. Opioids are prescription painkillers, and this drug class also includes heroin. These drugs are very addictive, and as a result, people are dying of overdoses. While opioids may be the focus, other prescription drugs can cause addiction problems as well. Benzodiazepines are a class of drugs involved in a significant portion of ER visits and overdose cases. Benzodiazepines, like opioids, depress the central nervous system. These drugs can also alter brain wiring and lead to addiction and physical dependence.

Dalmane is a prescription benzo given to patients as a short-term insomnia treatment. When someone uses this medicine, it increases the effectiveness of GABA in their brain. GABA is a neurotransmitter responsible for calming overactivity in the brain. By artificially stimulating this relaxing effect, Dalmane can calm people down and lead to sedation. It can also trigger pleasant feelings or a sense of euphoria. When a drug does this, there is an addiction potential. Dalmane misuse can include taking it for too long, taking too much of it or taking it recreationally.

So how does someone know if they have a Dalmane addiction? Abusing a prescription drug doesn’t necessarily mean addiction. There are specific symptoms of addiction that can occur. Addiction is more likely to happen when people have been abusing Dalmane for a prolonged period. Signs of Dalmane or drug addiction, in general, can include:

  • Being unable to control the use of the medication
  • Taking larger doses or developing a tolerance
  • Trying to stop using Dalmane and being unsuccessful
  • Dalmane becomes a priority over everything else
  • Declining performance at school or work
  • Social and relationship problems because of substance misuse
  • Doctor shopping to get multiple prescriptions
  • Continuing to take Dalmane even when there are negative consequences
  • Buying Dalmane illegally
  • Engaging in dangerous or risky situations
  • Intense cravings

Along with psychological addiction, Dalmane can also cause physical dependence. Physical dependence occurs when someone’s brain and central nervous system are repeatedly exposed to a substance. The brain no longer functions in the same way because of the presence of that substance. In the case of Dalmane, a person’s brain may stop producing enough of its own GABA because the drug does it instead. When someone is dependent and tries to stop using a drug suddenly, they may go through withdrawal symptoms. Benzodiazepine withdrawal symptoms can be especially severe.

Dalmane Addiction Treatment

There can be varying degrees of addiction, and they may require different treatment approaches. If someone has only been taking Dalmane for a short period of time, outpatient rehab may be appropriate for them. However, with benzodiazepines like Dalmane, there are often a few situations that can complicate the addiction and make more intensive treatment necessary. First, there is the issue of physical dependence that may require a medical detox before a person can start Dalmane rehab. Also, benzodiazepine addiction rarely occurs on its own. Instead, it’s more often part of a polysubstance misuse issue, which requires intensive addiction treatment. Also, there may be co-occurring mental health issues that existed before the use of Dalmane or were triggered as the result of addiction. This has to be treated during rehab as well. It’s only by addressing all of these elements of addiction and dependence that a person has a chance for a long-term recovery.

A successful Dalmane addiction treatment and recovery program will often include multiple different forms of therapy, occurring in both group and individual settings. There has to be work done to address the behavioral issues related to addiction. People who successfully recover from Dalmane addiction and drug addiction, in general, usually participate in programs where they have treatments that help them change their thinking, feelings and behaviors.

If you’re struggling with Dalmane, another benzodiazepine or any substance, The Recovery Village is here. Reach out and learn more. We can also answer questions you may have about a loved one who’s dealing with addiction and how recovery is possible.

Visit the following websites to learn about The Recovery Village’s network of drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities. Call today for admissions. Each center is ready to help people learn how to cope with their addiction and uncover the root causes for their substance use disorder.

  • Orlando Recovery Center: A premier rehabilitation facility in Orlando, Florida that helps individuals recover from addiction and substance use disorders. The center also offers the opportunity to treat co-occurring disorders.
  • The Recovery Village Columbus: Located in Ohio, this facility provides inpatient, outpatient and aftercare treatment for people looking to begin detox. The center provides individualized plans to help patients through recovery while addressing their unique co-occurring disorders or any setbacks that may happen during recovery.
  • The Recovery Village Palmer Lake: In Colorado, this facility offers inpatient, outpatient and intensive outpatient treatment for individuals looking to kick-start their journey to recovery.
  • The Recovery Village Ridgefield: Located right in southern Washington, this facility provides patients with outpatient and aftercare programs. Just 20 minutes outside of Portland, this facility assists individuals who are ready to begin treatment.
  • The Recovery Village: In Umatilla, Florida, this is a rehabilitation facility that provides resources for individuals seeking drug and alcohol treatment. There are inpatient, outpatient, intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization treatment programs available for those suffering from Ambien addiction.
  • IAFF Center of Excellence: Specializes in assisting firefighters who struggle with behavioral health problems and addiction. Members can enter the recovery process sooner so they can return back to work as quickly as possible. Inpatient, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs are all available at this facility, where patients can address their Ambien addiction in a safe, supportive environment.
  • Denver Mental Health & Counseling: Denver Mental Health and Counseling by The Recovery Village is a physician-led outpatient center specializing in evidence-based addiction and mental health treatments, offering services such as TMS, IOP, and personalized care for both ongoing and new patients, dedicated to fostering long-term recovery and overall well-being.
  • The Recovery Village Palm Beach at Baptist Health: The Recovery Village Palm Beach at Baptist Health is a premier physician-led treatment center in South Florida, offering a comprehensive spectrum of services from medical detox to outpatient programs for alcohol, drug, and co-occurring mental health conditions, with a commitment to rejuvenating lives, families, and communities, and facilitating same-day admissions.
  • The Recovery Village Atlanta: Located in Roswell just outside downtown Atlanta, is a 62-bed physician-led treatment facility offering a comprehensive range of services, from medical detox to outpatient care, specializing in alcohol, drug, and co-occurring mental health conditions, dedicated to transforming lives, families, and communities throughout Georgia.
  • The Recovery Village Kansas City: The Recovery Village Kansas City, an 80-bed facility in Raytown just 10 miles from downtown, offers a comprehensive range of evidence-based treatments for addiction and mental health conditions, overseen by physician leaders, and is dedicated to revitalizing lives, families, and communities throughout the Midwest.
  • The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper Health: The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper, situated just 20 minutes from Philadelphia, is a leading rehab facility in South Jersey providing comprehensive, evidence-based addiction and mental health treatments, ranging from medical detox to teletherapy, with a dedicated team committed to guiding adults on their path to lifelong recovery.
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