Course description
Heroin Addiction
Heroin is an opioid” drug that is from the morphine family. It was first made from poppy plants. Heroin is usually a white or brown powder. Street names for heroin include smack”, H” or gear” to name a few. About half of heroin users also use crack cocaine. Heroin can be smoked, injected or snorted.
The Addiction
Studies estimate that approximately 80% of heroin users began their opioid addiction through the use of prescription medication. Because of the highly addictive nature of this substance, current medical providers are being encouraged away from prescribing opioids for pain management. This can result in dependent persons seeking the effects of the drug through illicit means. Because of its illicit nature, it is impossible to know the exact dosage being taken, or the exact contents which are being administered.
Users may experience several uneventful highs, only to unexpectedly administer a lethal dose.
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Programme Model
The programme model at Pasture House will consist of three stages. Stage 1 is detox over 7-14 days (sometimes 21-28 days if complex), followed by stages 2 & 3 of Consolidation and Relapse Prevention.
Course delivery details
Our programme model is tailored to the individual’s needs. Our detox varies depending on whether the substance is a lone problem or is accompanied by misuse of other substances, the amount the patient is using, and if there any underlying mental health issues. The internal audits of the BONDS treatment protocols of many years have shown that approximately 70% of patients with alcohol or substance misuse also have an underlying mental health disorder. This combination of addiction and a mental health disorder is called Dual Diagnosis.
Why choose The New Life Centre - Addiction Treatment in North Yorkshire
Of the 12,000 patients that completed our 12 month Consolidation and Relapse Prevention programme 66% remain free from addiction.
97% of those that complete the 1-2 week inpatient detox treatment are abstinent on departure.
One of the most successful services in the country.
Expenses
£5,500 per week, additional weeks available.
All bedrooms are single occupancy and have luxury ensuite bathrooms, desks, flat-screen TV and picturesque views of the surrounding nature and landscape.
Bedrooms are allocated by our nursing team admission due to occupancy and availability at time of admission. Clinical need will also take priority to ensure safety and access to staff on a 24/7 basis. All clients are provided a call button to alert staff that you require assistance at any time.
Continuing Studies
Aftercare for our patients is paramount and stages 2 and 3 consist of a further 50 weeks of support.