Some people struggling with active addiction will not accept the idea of rehab with an open mind and open arms. Many are skeptical about the process or even fearful of what it may hold for them. For this reason, many individuals currently struggling with drug or alcohol addiction often avoid rehab because they believe they are not ready. This is a normal feeling, and it shouldn’t discount you from thinking about the possibility of rehab. If you have been considering rehab, there are ways to know if you are ready, even if you still have your doubts and anxious feelings towards it.
The first step you should take when you are questioning whether or not you should go to rehab is to ask yourself why you are questioning it at all. There must be a reason you have had a change in thinking from you are okay using drugs and alcohol to thinking it might be time to seek help. Even in the throes of addiction, the little voice in the back of your head can still tug you towards getting help.
Ask yourself if you are doing it for yourself or someone else. Rehab is a personal journey that should be done for yourself, as only you can fully commit to getting better. Do not go to rehab just to please friends and family. Ask yourself why you are considering it first and identify the signs pointing you towards wanting to heal.
Another way to know if you are ready for rehab is when you begin thinking about the future. Those struggling with active addiction typically do not have long or even short-term goals, as their main priority becomes how they will get their hands on their next fix. When you start thinking about your future and the goals you want to accomplish, you could be at the point where you are ready to seek help for your addiction. The idea of having dreams and wanting to build a future for yourself can never happen if you continue in the cycle of drug and alcohol addiction. If you believe you are ready for the next step and the substances are holding you back, it could be time to go to rehab.
Many individuals struggling with drug and alcohol addiction find themselves at the point where they want to quit using; however, they are unable to due to intense cravings and unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. While it can be easy just to continue using to avoid these symptoms, eventually, there comes the point where you are tired of the cycle you have found yourself in and want to stop. If you have problems stopping the use of drugs or alcohol due to withdrawal symptoms, rehab is a logical next step.
In rehab, you can undergo medical detox while in a treatment facility, helping you overcome the obstacle keeping you from quitting. Detox will help you comfortably manage your withdrawal symptoms in a medical setting. From there, you can continue working on your recovery in an environment that is 100% supportive of your sobriety.
Many people may avoid rehab due to doubts or fears surrounding the idea of treatment and recovery. Addressing these fears could help you know if you are ready for rehab. Many fear that their life will become boring without drugs and alcohol, which can be debunked by the ideas of sober activities that people take part in during their recovery. Some think that recovery is too much work, and they will never swing it. Addressing this fear can help you realize that recovery happens one step at a time, and you can get through even the most challenging days. It is important to remember that recovery is hard, but not recovering is even harder.
Addiction comes with many short and long-term health problems resulting from abusing drugs and alcohol. These include mental, physical, and emotional health, which can all deteriorate due to long-term addiction. If you are beginning to notice the signs of declining health because of your addiction and want to stop them, it could be time for you to go to rehab. Caring about your health is a sign that you are ready, as those amid addiction often do not care about their health as long as they can continue using drugs and alcohol.
The first step to recovery begins with the small thoughts of rehab while you are still in the throes of active addiction. During this time, you will start taking more notice of the negative aspects of addiction and question why you are still engaging in substance use. Nevertheless, you may doubt that you are ready for recovery; this is where identifying specific aspects of your addiction and views of the future come in. Many individuals fear rehab because they do not know what to expect. Luckily, NorthStar Transitions is here to help. We understand the hesitation when it comes to the idea of rehab. However, we are here to answer any questions you may have concerning our programs to make the transition easier for you. Your treatment will be personalized to ensure that you are ready for recovery at your own pace. Call us today at (303) 558-6400 to learn more about our programs.
