Chicago Lakeshore Hospital - Chemical Dependence
Drug Rehab Center in Chicago, Illinois
- Substance Abuse
- Opioid Addiction
- Dual Diagnosis
- Drug Addiction
- Alcoholism
Chicago Lakeshore Hospital - Chemical Dependence in Chicago, Illinois, offers comprehensive treatment programs and services for individuals struggling with addiction and substance abuse, providing a safe and supportive environment with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals dedicated to quality care, including evidence-based therapies and personalized treatment plans.
About This Chicago, IL Facility
Chicago Lakeshore Hospital - Chemical Dependence is a state licensed and nationally accredited facility that offers comprehensive treatment programs and services for individuals struggling with addiction and substance abuse. Located in Chicago, Illinois, the hospital provides a safe, secure, and supportive environment, complete with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals dedicated to providing quality care. Their treatment options range from short-term residential programs to long-term recovery services, and they offer specialized services for women, those with other underlying mental health issues, and individuals with dual diagnoses.
At Chicago Lakeshore Hospital - Chemical Dependence, individuals can receive clinically-focused programs that involve evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, individual therapy, group therapy, and family counseling. Residents can also participate in educational sessions, life skills sessions, and activities to build confidence and emotional regulation skills. All programs are tailored to meet the individual’s needs while providing high-quality, evidence-based practices recognized by the American Society of Addiction Medicine and the Joint Commission. Through personalized treatment plans, the hospital works to help individuals heal from their addiction and build a strong foundation for long-term recovery.
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Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance abuse refers to the intensive and inappropriate use of psychoactive substances. These include illegal drugs, alcohol, and even the excessive use of prescription drugs. Overuse of these substances leads to severe physical or psychological dependence.
Substance abuse is treatable and the duration of treatment and most successful sobriety can require weeks or months of professional care at Chicago Lakeshore Hospital - Chemical Dependence in Chicago.
Opioid addiction treatment facilities like Chicago Lakeshore Hospital - Chemical Dependence support people struggling with opioid dependency, which covers illegal and prescription opioids. People often abuse prescription opioids to get high instead of adhering to a medical provider’s directions. Addiction forces people to crave for opioids impulsively without factoring in the dangers these drugs bring to them.
Most opioid addiction treatment plans include detoxification and subsequent medications to ease the process. However, that’s only the beginning. Behavioral therapies and counseling are also necessary to resolve the root cause of addiction. This overall approach decreases the likelihood of falling off the wagon. In some instances, therapies can be done at home.
Addiction is often caused by an underlying issue. Mental illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder or anxiety disorder could lie at the root. A dual diagnosis by Chicago Lakeshore Hospital - Chemical Dependence aims to treat the addiction as well as the cause of the addiction. This ensures the patient will not fall back on old ways after treatment is complete.
Levels of Care Offered
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Detox, Drug Rehab, Dual-Diagnosis, Inpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.
Detox is the stage of recovery where the drugs or alcohol are fully removed from your body. As you stop using, your body metabolizes the last dose or drink and starts sending triggers to your brain to get more. These cues lead to cravings. If additional substances are not obtained you begin to go through withdrawal. Your body begins to reset chemical pathways and other metabolic processes begin which can be extremely uncomfortable.
There are two different ways to detox, with medications and without. Depending on your level of addiction and what you are using, you may need medical supervision. For many drugs and alcohol, the acute phase of detox can be completed in a number of days. Cravings and certain longer-term withdrawal symptoms may remain for longer as your body completely rids itself of the drug and relearns how to function without it.
Inpatient rehab means living at the Chicago, IL facility while all aspects of an addiction or co-occurring disorder get addressed. This helps limit the distractions and increase the focus on recovery. Typical inpatient rehab stays are approximately one month long.
An Intensive Outpatient Program like what’s offered at Chicago Lakeshore Hospital - Chemical Dependence, targets those who need intensive treatment but would rather get it in the comfort of their homes. The treatment programs vary in duration and intensity. They can be tailored to suit the patient’s needs.
Outpatient treatment plans cover diagnosis, detoxification, management, and counseling. They are a popular option for those who have graduated from inpatient facilities. Services in Illinois include medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and individual and group therapy.
Chicago Lakeshore Hospital - Chemical Dependence‘s Therapies & Programs
Patients who receive generous support from their loved ones have better chances of completing their recovery. Genetics play a role when it comes to addiction, so it’s better to approach the problem as a unit. Family members can help an individual avoid addiction triggers and guide him or her in making lifestyle changes.
Group therapy is a type of counseling at Chicago Lakeshore Hospital - Chemical Dependence in Chicago, IL that occurs between a bunch of strangers. The goal of group therapy sessions is to foster hope and a sense of belonging. It also helps to have people who can relate to what you’re going through. Good behaviors can also be contagious.
As a means of managing pain that has plagued them in the past, many individuals turn to drugs and alcohol. Assault, negligence, the loss of a loved one, and other unfortunate events may involve trauma. This treatment, offered and administrated by Chicago Lakeshore Hospital - Chemical Dependence in Chicago, IL provides individuals the resources to cope with past traumas healthily.
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Chicago, Illinois Addiction Information
In 2016, more than 2,350 Illinoisans died from drug overdoses. More than 5,500 deaths annually occur in Illinois due to the abuse of alcohol and other drugs. 7.17% of Illinois residents reported using illicit drugs in the past month (2018). Substance abuse costs the state approximately $3.5 billion every year.
Drug misuse can lead to other serious health problems, including HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C infection and liver disease. Chicago's main drugs of abuse include heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine. Field sobriety tests can be used to determine if someone is driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. There are about 872 drug treatment centers in the city, and the number of people seeking help for addiction continues to rise.
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