Cocaine Addiction Treatment Program
Cocaine is a stimulant narcotic that unleashes high dopamine levels in the brain, which creates the “high” users chase. However, this effect is brief, leading to a crash shortly afterward. This effect leads to depression, anxiety, agitation, and cravings for more cocaine. Unfortunately for many people, cocaine addiction often takes hold.
At Lighthouse Recovery Institute, we want our patients to feel comfortable in their environment and remain focused on what is truly important, which is their recovery from cocaine addiction. Our cocaine addiction treatment program in Boynton Beach, FL, provides the perfect setting for people to immerse themselves in their recovery. For more information about comprehensive drug addiction treatment at Lighthouse Recovery Institute, call our team at 866-308-2090 or contact us online.
Signs of Cocaine Addiction
Cocaine speeds up how the body processes and sends information. Cocaine also causes a surge in energy, which can last even after the main effects of the drug have worn off. If you’ve noticed that someone you care about has sudden bursts of manic behavior, you may want to scrutinize their other behaviors for signs of cocaine use.
Much like extreme restlessness, twitching is another common sign of cocaine use. Cocaine’s stimulant properties are responsible for this side effect. If your child or loved one is twitching more than usual, this may be a sign of cocaine use.
Other symptoms of cocaine addiction often include:
- Being overexcited, nervous, and having extra energy
- Stomach pain, nausea, or loss of appetite
- Talking and thinking too fast
- Sweating or having a rapid heartbeat
- Dilated pupils
Cocaine Withdrawal and Detox
Cocaine has a half-life of one hour, meaning it takes one hour for half of the cocaine absorbed into your bloodstream to leave the body. The drug can be detected in the saliva and the blood for up to forty-eight hours, in the sweat for a couple of weeks, and in hair samples for years. Urine testing is the most common method of detecting cocaine in the system, which is usually present for two to four days after use.
For more chronic cocaine users, cocaine can be detected in the urine for up to fourteen days following a binge. Since cocaine can stay in the system for several days, most heavy users undergo a medical detox before beginning drug rehab to clear their body and brain of the substance and its effects. Detox is designed to help people overcome potentially painful withdrawal symptoms.
Withdrawal symptoms from cocaine often include:
- Anxiety
- Poor concentration
- Fatigue
- Elevated cravings
- Increased appetite
- Depression
- Muscle and bone pain
- Suicidal ideation
Cocaine Addiction Treatment
Addiction to cocaine affects every aspect of someone’s life. Effective treatments are personalized that vary from person to person. Most people need detoxification, behavioral counseling, and long-term aftercare. Others might also benefit from medication-assisted treatment.
However, treatment options for cocaine addiction at Lighthouse Recovery Institute will vary by person. People who seek cocaine treatment usually need medical detox at a clinically supervised treatment facility. After the detoxification process is complete, patients are ready to transition into cocaine rehab at Lighthouse Recovery Institute.
Our team works with each of our patients to determine which of our treatment options would be best for their recovery journey.
Some of the treatment programs at Lighthouse Recovery Institute include:
- Inpatient treatment – During inpatient cocaine addiction treatment, patients heal from the impact of cocaine use and develop the skills necessary for long-term recovery. This level of care includes structured groups, case management support, and intensive therapy.
- Intensive outpatient treatment – Many individuals seek outpatient drug rehab after residential care and enroll in intensive outpatient treatment or IOP. IOP allows patients to continue to access group and individual therapy services while enabling them increased independence to work, attend school, and reside in sober living.
- Outpatient treatment – Outpatient treatment is provided as aftercare services once an individual has completed cocaine rehab. Individual and group therapy will be provided based on their ongoing needs as they transition to independent living.
- Medication-assisted treatment – Medication-assisted treatment combines behavioral therapy with FDA-approved medications such as suboxone or naltrexone. As a result, the clinical and medical teams work together to identify core issues.
