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In the event that you or a loved one is experiencing Xanax addiction or dependence, there are safe and efficient alternatives available to help you start your journey to recovery. 

Our team of experts in addiction treatment at Liberty Home offers evidence-based, addiction-focused medical care to help you get through healing and beyond. Our professional treatment may include a variety of therapies and medications to assist you if you are struggling with Xanax addiction.

Xanax Addiction Treatment at Liberty Home Rehab

Xanax is a common prescription drug for anxiety disorders which has helped millions of people around the world. But because of its rapid onset and potency, Xanax is also quite addictive, which is why there is a worrying increase in Xanax addiction cases. 

Getting help is essential for people who are stuck in the cycle of abuse and addiction. What choices, though, are there for those who are struggling with Xanax addiction?

Here at Liberty Home, we will provide you with the best-individualised treatment for your Xanax addiction. To promote long-term wellness and aid in recovery, it is essential to understand the variety of techniques, which include therapeutic treatments, support groups, and rehabilitation programs that best suit your needs. 

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Primary Treatment

At Liberty Home South Africa, patients have the chance to live with other people who are recovering from substance use disorder, such as those addicted to Xanax, at our residential treatment facility.

You can learn to sympathise with others and get motivated to conquer your substance use problem through a variety of treatment options such as one-on-one counselling, group therapy, support groups and a variety of activities. 

Additionally, our inpatient treatment facilities offer a secure environment free from persons or circumstances that can make patients feel more likely to take Xanax. These treatment facilities will give you a wholesome experience, including a wide array of activities that help enhance your physical well-being. 

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Secondary Treatment

To effectively recover from Xanax addiction, you or someone you know needs to make a few adjustments. Treatment facilities like Liberty Home Belgium can guide you through the healing process in a comfortable and secure manner. The primary objective of Xanax treatment is to assist you in working through your withdrawal symptoms, treat coexisting mental health conditions, recognise the roots of addiction and learn more coping strategies to deal with stressors and triggers. 

Treatment Options for Xanax Addiction at Liberty Home

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behavioural therapy helps people with addiction to Xanax find links between their ideas, feelings, and behaviours and become more conscious of how these things affect recovery.

Aside from that, anxiety and depression are frequent co-occurring disorders associated with addiction. These bring about catastrophic thinking and automatic negative thought patterns. This implies that a person’s automatic thoughts may also increase their likelihood of abusing drugs and alcohol.

Thus, cognitive behavioural therapy helps in minimizing these insecurities and false beliefs that led to being dependent on Xanax through the following: 

  • Teaching how to communicate more effectively
  • Providing coping strategies to improve their moods
  • Challenging negative thoughts and reframing them to have a more positive outlook

What is Xanax?

Xanax is the brand name for the generic drug called alprazolam. Xanax is a benzodiazepine prescribed to treat insomnia, anxiety and panic disorders.

It is included in the class of prescription medications known as sedative-hypnotics. The medication should only be taken under a doctor’s supervision because it is highly addictive.

Xanax Addiction Symptoms

The warning signs of Xanax addiction include the following:

  • Utilising the drug once withdrawal symptoms appear
  • Increase in dose of the drug due to tolerance
  • Eluding spending time with family because it inhibits drug use
  • Constant worry about Xanax supply and thinking when it will be used
  • Inability to control how often or how much Xanax is used

Causes and Risk Factors for Xanax Abuse

Numerous genetic and environmental factors contribute to the risks of developing an addiction to Xanax. These include the following:

  • Family and personal history of substance abuse or mental health condition
  • Impulsive and risk-taking behaviours
  • Easy access to Xanax
    People in their 20s to 40s are at risk of Xanax abuse
  • Women are more likely to abuse Xanax than men

How to Recognise Xanax Addiction
in a Loved One

Xanax has the potential to become addictive, particularly in cases when the user feels unable to cope with life’s stressors without it. Addiction is possible even for people who use Xanax as directed by a doctor.

Xanax tolerance increases swiftly, requiring higher and more frequent dosages. A person suffering from Xanax addiction will need it in order to operate normally. It is evident in almost every area of their lives that they are no longer in control of their drug use.

Side-Effects of Xanax Addiction

While the indications and side effects of Xanax addiction can differ from person to person, there are certain similar indicators that contribute to prolonged use of Xanax.

When using these medications in greater dosages, there is a chance that you will have occasionally major adverse effects. The adverse effects of Xanax use include:

Xanax Withdrawal Symptoms 

According to a study, about 40% of benzodiazepine users who take them for longer than six months are likely to develop moderate to severe withdrawal symptoms. The symptoms of withdrawal for the other 60% should be less severe. Discontinuation of Xanax use would lead to withdrawal symptoms such as: 

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Physical Effects

  • Headaches
  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Insomnia
  • Hyperventilation
  • Excessive sweating
  • Seizures

Psychological Effects

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Hallucinations
  • Delusions
  • Restlessness
  • Difficulty with concentration
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How To Get Help For Xanax Addiction

A crucial first step is to ask for assistance. Reaching out to a supportive friend or family member for support may be beneficial if you or a loved one is ready to begin therapy for substance abuse.

Another option is to make a doctor’s appointment. Through a physical examination, your doctor can evaluate your general health. If necessary, they can also direct you to a treatment facility and address any concerns you may have regarding the usage of Xanax.

Here at Liberty Home, you can also acquire an inpatient treatment programme to suit your needs. You will work with physicians and mental health professionals to assist you.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary treatment model used for Xanax abuse is the Minnesota model (12 steps) combined with CBT and DBT.

Group therapies include Psychoeducational groups, Psychotherapy groups, Skills development groups, Cognitive behavioural groups, Support groups/self-help groups, Counseling groups, Dynamic group therapy, Relapse prevention groups, and Interpersonal process groups.

Alcohol, cocaine, benzodiazepines, crack, meth, marijuana, heroin, fentanyl, opioids, prescription drugs, synthetic drugs, Xanax, and LSD (hallucinogens).

Addiction is often used to describe both psychological and physical reliance on a drug; the inability to stop using Xanax is the first sign of addiction, and abrupt withdrawal can be quite painful and unpleasant.

You might choose to stop after prolonged misuse of Xanax if you’ve been using it to the point that you’re reliant on it. On the contrary, quitting Xanax cold turkey can be hazardous. This is because dependence is a physiological response of the body to a substance, meaning that withdrawal symptoms occur when a person reduces or stops using a drug. After all, the body gets accustomed to its presence. 

It is dangerous to stop taking Xanax suddenly; it can lead to seizures or even death. Although some people only have minor health problems, there are withdrawal symptoms that can be more severe and challenging to handle, especially for those who have been abusing Xanax for a long time. 

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