Alcohol Detox

Alcohol Detox- Physical dependence on alcohol to the extent that stopping alcohol use will bring on withdrawal symptoms. In popular and therapeutic parlance, the term may also be used to refer to ingrained drinking habits that cause health or social problems. Treatment requires first ending the physical dependence, then making lifestyle changes that help the individual avoid relapse. In some cases, medication or hospitalization are needed. Alcohol dependence can have many serious effects on the brain, liver, and other organs of the body.

How do you know if you may need detox when attempting to quit using alcohol?
If you have any of these signs, there is a good chance that you will require hospital detoxification

• Tolerance. Do you need to drink more and more to get the same effects?
• Withdrawal symptoms. Do you get the shakes, sweats, sleeplessness or physical illness when you don't drink?
• Uncontrolled drinking. Do you drink more, or for longer periods than you originally planned?
• Do you try and stop but fail?
• Do you spend a great deal of time acquiring or attempting to acquire alcohol?
• Do you continue to use alcohol even though it causes you family, personal or legal trouble?
• Do you ever wake up and feel the need, physical or psychological for a drink?

If you answered Yes to any of these questions then you may need detox, Please read on

Hospital Based Detoxification Programs are Necessary for Alcohol Dependence

When a person uses alcohol daily or in high amounts physical dependency is the result. Physical Addiction to alcohol results in withdrawal symptoms, which can include sweating, rapid pulse, increased hand tremors, insomnia, nausea or vomiting, physical agitation, anxiety, auditory hallucinations, and the possibility of grand mal seizures. These physical symptoms are very dangerous and can vary greatly in severity depending on your using history. For this reason you will need a licensed medical facility.

Outpatient Alcohol Detox

Some facilities offer an out patient alcohol detox program. While this may be a good choice for some, we do not offer an outpatient detox program. We believe that those who are serious about quitting alcohol would be better in an inpatient environment. Out patient alcohol detox programs offer less intensive treatment and have a higher drop out rate than hospital based programs. A hospital based program such as ours offers the best level of care and 24 hour monitoring that you will need during your detox period. Alcohol detox can be uncomfortable and you will want a doctor who can prescribe the proper treatment at any time to help alleviate your symptoms. Some people experience seizures during alcohol withdrawal, and the best place for that to happen is in a hospital environment. In addition withdrawal from alcohol can cause serious emotional issues including depression, anxiety, and mood swings. It's better to be at a facility with trained staff than at home where your family has to cope with these symptoms.

So you may ask why choose Poinciana at Palm Beach for my facility?

Whether we are the first facility you have found or not there are several aspects which set us apart from all of the rest. Poinciana at Palm Beach offers an exclusive, upscale, residential environment where every patient who enters our secure private facility is treated with dignity and respect. Your security and your privacy are completely assured, and you will be treated by medical professionals who are trained to treat you with respect in a non-judgmental, personal and compassionate manner.

Poinciana is located in a hospital based facility, but you will be separated from all other hospital and clinical areas. You will be offered exclusive concierge services for you and your family members. Private escorts are available to and from our facility.

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