Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment at TRUE’s Tennessee Mental Health Treatment Facility

Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are medications used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and various other sleep disorders. Benzos work by improving the activity of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). When this happens, anxiety symptoms lessen, and relaxation increases because of the drug’s calming effects.

Since it is a relaxant, medical professionals prescribe benzos to treat mood disorders. However, there is also a risk of benzo abuse because of the relaxing and euphoric effects. Getting benzo addiction treatment is important to overcome this substance abuse.

TRUE Addiction and Behavioral Health’s Tennessee mental health treatment facility for benzodiazepine addiction has the treatment plans and behavioral therapy interventions to get your life back on track.

Why Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment is Important

Long-term use of benzos can lead to dependence. Once an individual stops using them, withdrawal symptoms will start. To cope with the withdrawals, some individuals use benzos to relax. Of course, this leads to a cycle of abuse to manage the withdrawal symptoms and cravings during withdrawal. 

Benzos should only be taken as directed by a healthcare professional. The duration should not exceed that prescribed, nor should the dosage be self-adjusted. This helps you to avoid drug addiction or dependence.

Benzos can come in a variety of forms. Those include pills, capsules, syrups, and injectable forms. Depending on the type of benzo, the pill form can be round, oval, triangle, oblong, pentagon, or ellipse-shaped. The strength of the medication tends to determine the shape they take. 

Illicit injection of benzos typically involves boiling the drug in water and injecting it with a syringe. This method is hazardous because of the possibility of overdose. In addition, injecting benzos works faster to slow down breathing and heart rate. This quick release can cause respiratory depression and even death. 

While benzos are used for controlling anxiety symptoms and as a sedative for medical procedures, they come with side effects. These side effects are exacerbated during drug abuse. 

Some effects that come with overuse of the drug include the following:

• Decreased reaction time
• Loss of fine motor skills
• Memory loss or inability to retain new memories
• Slurred speech
• Restlessness
• Aggression or irritability
• Depression
• Hallucinations
• Paranoia

If you or a loved one is taking Benzos and experiencing adverse side effects or have concerns about addiction, speaking to a healthcare provider about treatment options and coping strategies is crucial. This makes the recovery process much more manageable for this substance use disorder (SUD).

Street Names for Benzodiazepines

It can be hard to remain in the know when it comes to keeping up with the various street names of drugs. This is because names, as well as the types of street drugs, change pretty often. 

While some have lasting prevalence, such as “blow” for cocaine, others change as quickly as pop culture fads. Adolescents and young adults prefer street names to divert parents and authorities from understanding what they are discussing. 

The Drug Enforcement Administration stays on top of the jargon and shares that with the public. The following are some of the common street names for benzodiazepines. 

• Downers
• Nerve Pills
• Tranks
• Bars
• Blues
• Chill Pills
• Planks
• Zannies

Types of Benzodiazepines 

Benzos fall into the Schedule IV class of drugs. Benzos have three categories: long, intermediate, and short-acting. Some of the most common examples of each type are listed below:

• Long-acting: Ducene and Valium
• Intermediate-acting: Alodorm and Mogadon
• Short-acting: Alepam, Murelax, Serepax, Euhypnos, Normison, Xanax, Kalma, ProSom, Dalmane, Restoril, Halcion, Versed, and Alprax

Why Choose Our Tennessee Mental Health Treatment Facility for Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment?

You have many options regarding benzodiazepine addiction treatment and addiction recovery. So why choose us? Below are the benefits you will receive from attending benzodiazepine addiction treatment at TRUE’s Tennessee Mental Health Treatment Facility.

• Individualized Treatment Plans: We develop one-on-one plans based on each client’s unique needs and history of drug use. Our results-driven strategy can include a blend of cognitive behavioral therapy, group therapy, and family therapy. When creating your plan, we consider the level of care that will yield the best results.
• 24/7 Support: TRUE provides around-the-clock support for those in recovery, including access to medical care, counseling, and other supportive services for substance abuse treatment.
• Access to Peer Support: Our support groups and peer mentoring programs enable individuals to connect with others on the path to recovery. These activities fight against isolation and offer valuable encouragement and motivation throughout recovery.
• Aftercare Planning: We offer a range of resources and support to individuals who have completed their treatment program. These resources can include access to sober living arrangements, ongoing therapy sessions, and participation in support groups. 

We are committed to providing the best resources to help our patients achieve their long-term recovery goals. When you choose our treatment center for benzo addiction treatment, you receive a supportive, safe, and structured environment to achieve long-term recovery.

Our Approach to Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment

For individuals suffering from benzodiazepine addiction, TRUE’s Tennessee mental health treatment faciity offers a safe and supportive environment for recovery. Our clients receive personalized care from our multidisciplinary team of experienced and passionate clinicians. Our clients gain the tools they need to achieve and maintain sobriety with a comprehensive treatment program designed for each individual.

EMDR Therapy

An effective therapy we use at TRUE for benzo addiction is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy. EMDR Therapy is a type of psychotherapy that combines eye movements and other sensory stimulation to help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences. EMDR is proven to help individuals reduce cravings and improve their mental health.

EMDR Therapy can reduce anxiety, depression, and fear associated with overcoming benzo addiction to identify and work through underlying issues that may have contributed to the addiction. This therapy can be used alongside other types of treatment, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, individual counseling, and group therapy, to form a well-rounded treatment plan.

Holistic Therapy

Holistic therapy is an alternative treatment service that focuses on the whole person, not just specific addiction-related symptoms. Our therapists consider our clients’ physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being, allowing them to achieve balance and develop coping skills.

We use several holistic therapy services, including the following:

• Music Therapy 
• Art Therapy
• Yoga 
• Fitness
• Movement Therapy
• Animal Therapy
• Acupuncture 

Cognitive Emotional Memory Assessments (CEMA)

Cognitive Emotional Memory Assessments (CEMA) assess various aspects of an individual’s cognitive functioning, emotional well-being, and memory abilities. CEMA assessments are comprehensive and provide a holistic understanding of your cognitive, emotional, and memory functioning. Our clinicians better understand your overall psychological well-being by assessing these different domains. We identify areas of strengths and weaknesses and develop interventions or treatment plans to address any identified issues.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) occurs over multiple sessions for an hour each. Most of our clients participate in 5-20 sessions to optimize results; however, each client’s therapist will provide direction based on each person’s goals. This behavioral health therapy begins with the clients discussing their addictive tendencies, challenges, and concerns with combatting their addiction. From there, the therapist will provide tools to establish coping strategies.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) goes a bit more in-depth than CBT and typically lasts over several months, during which clients come in for weekly sessions, but each session still lasts about an hour; however, that could vary depending on the client’s individualized treatment plan.

Motivational Speakers

Motivational speakers play a significant role in drug rehab programs by providing inspiration, guidance, and support to individuals recovering from substance abuse. Their ability to inspire, educate, and empower individuals in recovery can complement the therapeutic interventions and support systems already in place.

Our Benzodiazepine Addiction Treatment Programs at TRUE’s Tennessee Mental Health Treatment Facility

During benzodiazepine addiction treatment, our clients can participate in a combination of treatment programs, including partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, sober living homes, and aftercare support. The specific treatment process is dependent on each individual. We consider your current health issues, underlying mental health disorders, and overall well-being.

• Partial hospitalization program (PHP): This option provides treatment during the day, where clients receive healthcare services daily and return home in the evenings to return to caring for their families, jobs, or school. Typically, clients spend up to 30 hours weekly with us with this program. For clients exiting medical detox, this is an ideal next step.
• Intensive outpatient program (IOP): IOP is a less intensive option where clients receive treatment 3-5 five days a week for about 15 hours.
• Sober living homes: TRUE’s sober living homes offer structured housing, with additional accountability for transitioning back into living independently or with family. Our therapists use sober living paired with PHP and IOP.
• Post-treatment support: Once our clients complete their individualized treatment plan, we introduce them to our aftercare approach. Support can include ongoing family and individual therapy or counseling, continued participation in support groups or 12-step programs, and regular check-ins with a therapist.

Get the Help You Deserve Now

If you or a family member is ready to break the cycle of benzodiazepine dependence, TRUE Addiction and Behavioral Health is here to assist you in taking your life back. Our benzo addiction treatment center team is standing by 24/7 to take your call to start your admissions process.