Course description
Cocaine Addiction
Cocaine or coke – is an ‘organic’ stimulant derived from the cocoa plant that can either be snorted, inhaled (as crack cocaine) or dissolved and injected and is the 2nd most frequently used recreational drug after cannabis, although cocaine may still be used for medical purposes. It works by increasing the amount of brain chemicals – also called neurotransmitter – such as dopamine – causing euphoria or heightened pleasure.
The addiction
Cocaine produces its euphoric effect in two ways:
- Artificially increasing the release of dopamine
- Preventing the normal re-absorption of dopamine back into the brain’s nerve cells
- In all cases of regular cocaine misuse and addiction the body builds a tolerance to the increased levels of dopamine, and progressively larger amounts of cocaine are required to achieve the ‘same’ high.
Cocaine addiction tends to happen when there is a loss of control of use. There will often be uncontrollable urges to use and incredible difficulty stopping.
Cocaine is extremely physically and mentally addictive, meaning that initial physical detox will then require longer therapeutic input.
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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.