Course description
Prescription Addiction
Addiction to prescription medication and over the counter medication is an increasing problem. The main two types of prescription medications misused are opioids and benzodiazepines. There is also some misuse of pregabalin and gabapentin which act on the GABA system in the brain.
The Addiction
In recent years, there has been an increasing problem of misuse and dependence with prescription medication and some over the counter medicines (OTC). Problems with opioids such as tramadol, oxycodone, moprhine, fentanyl and codeine and benzodiazepines such as diazepam.
In 2019, 5.6 million people were issued with an opioid prescription and over 500,000 of those have been receiving repeat prescriptions for over 5 years. The number of people accessing treatment is sharply rising and the pandemic has increased demand for chronic pain relief and levels of self-medication as a result of increased NHS waiting lists for the treatment of painful conditions.
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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.