Morton Hospital - Behavioral Health
Drug Rehab Center in Taunton, Massachusetts
Morton Hospital's Behavioral Health Services in Taunton, MA offers comprehensive treatment for individuals with mental health and addiction issues utilizing Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, individual and couples therapy, nicotine replacement therapy, inpatient/outpatient treatment and referral services.
About This Massachusetts Facility
Morton Hospital's Behavioral Health Services in Taunton, MA offers comprehensive treatment for individuals suffering from a multitude of mental health and addiction issues, such as dual diagnosis, bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, personality disorders, and traumatic stress disorder. Their team of highly trained and experienced clinicians use a variety of methods and treatments to help patients reach their treatment goals, such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, individual and couples therapy, nicotine replacement therapy, dual-diagnosis inpatient and outpatient treatment, intensive outpatient (IOP) and residential long-term treatments.
Morton Hospital accepts private health insurance and works with patients to create a personalized treatment plan that is tailored to their individual needs. Their team also provides support for families during the treatment process, helping them to create a safe, loving and supportive environment for their loved one. Patients are also offered referral services to addiction and mental health resources in the community, helping them on their road to long-term recovery.
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Conditions and Issues Treated
Substance abuse typically leads to addiction, which requires specialized treatment programs at Morton Hospital - Behavioral Health to address. Many people benefit from inpatient drug rehabilitation, which includes inpatient acute care and residential rehabilitation. Other levels of care include intensive outpatient therapy, individual counseling, and support groups. Family therapy is also an essential part of treatment for substance abuse.
A combination of treatments is often needed to treat drug abuse issues effectively. In the case of drug abuse, there is no easy answer or one-size-fits-all cure.
Substance use disorder falls under two categories: Alcohol or Drug Abuse and Drug Dependence. An individual suffering from a substance use disorder and mental health disorders is said to have a co-occurring disorder or a dual disorder.
Individuals with substance use disorders and mental health problems are said to suffer from a ‘dual diagnosis’. The most frequently identified mental health issues found in individuals with substance use disorders include anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder.
Levels of Care Offered at Morton Hospital - Behavioral Health
This center offers a variety of custom treatment tailored to individual recovery. Currently available are Dual-Diagnosis, Inpatient, Outpatient, with additional therapies available as listed below.
Inpatient treatment for addiction is generally not as scary as it might sound. It is a way to find recovery while being in a supportive and controlled environment. The duration of treatment at Morton Hospital - Behavioral Health in Taunton can be different based on each individual. Many can leave after 28 days; some may stay a few months, and others may stay six months or longer.
When remaining at their job in Taunton, or continuing their studies, the individual may live with their family while utilizing Morton Hospital - Behavioral Health‘s outpatient services. Treatment requires counseling the patient at the individual level, in a group setting, about substance addiction, drugs, and therapy sessions.
Therapies & Programs
Couples therapy aims to rebuild the trust between the partners. Partner’s involvement in the process will result in greater chances of treatment success. Couples therapy addresses financial issues, loss of trust, lack of intimacy, and physical abuse.
Family therapy is a set of therapeutic approaches that assumes that the entire family is a system. It utilizes the strengths and resources of the family to help the patient refrain from resorting to substance abuse. The impact of substance abuse is not just on the patient but on the entire family. Family therapy ensures that the patient gets adequate support from the family members after the treatment making the recovery process sustainable
- Family therapy guides all the members of the family to help the patient.
- It helps to repair relationships and improve communication between family members.
- It helps to keep the patient engaged and motivated throughout the treatment.
Group therapy is an important tool in recovery. Finding a peer group in Taunton, MA and others who relate to your situation is a fundamental tool for recovery at Morton Hospital - Behavioral Health. Addiction tends to lead to isolation and feelings of uniqueness. The accountability and friendship that is found in group therapy can be more effective than any single other treatment approach. This is generally introduced early in recovery and is recommended as a lifetime treatment habit.
Trauma therapy is a way of addressing trauma while in a safe situation in order to heal. This may involve Morton Hospital - Behavioral Health managing individual or group counseling or both. Other forms of therapy have been proven to assist in healing past traumas.
A type of cognitive-behavioral therapy is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. It is intended for those who are vulnerable to self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Morton Hospital - Behavioral Health aims to help patients understand the connection between their feelings, emotions, and behaviors and provide them with the tools to make a difference in Taunton, MA. For those whose addictions and habits originate from severe mental health problems, it is beneficial.
Negative feelings are common in substance abuse disorders. If not recognized, they can cause co-occurring disorders. CBT involves strategies that help to change the thinking and behavioral pattern. It can be administered as a monotherapy as well as a part of combination therapy.
Nutrition therapy, also called medical nutrition therapy (MNT), addresses the unique needs of the recovering person’s diet. Due to addiction’s devastating toll on a person’s physical health, healthy eating must be addressed as soon as therapy starts. A good diet helps boosts a recovering person’s ability to fully participate in Morton Hospital - Behavioral Health therapy.
Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) is a treatment that helps people to quit smoking. In nicotine replacement therapy, a controlled amount of nicotine is provided in the form of gums, patches, or sprays. They do not contain the harmful chemicals usually found in tobacco products. NRT reduces the withdrawal symptoms by giving nicotine in low doses. However, NRT provides relief only from the physical withdrawal symptoms. The emotional and psychological aspects of quitting needs to be treated separately. While NRT is safe for most adults, teens and pregnant women should not undergo NRT. Research shows that the use of NRT doubles the chances of quitting smoking.
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Experiential Therapy at Morton Hospital - Behavioral Health
Experiential therapy works by using tools and activities to recreate past experiences. Role-playing, arts and crafts, music, animal care, rock climbing, etc. are some of the activities used in this therapy. It is different from medication and talk therapy and suits those who have difficulty expressing themselves.
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Taunton, Massachusetts Addiction Information
Massachusetts has one of the highest rates of drug abuse in the country. More than half a million Massachusetts residents abuse alcohol while more than 1.5 million use illegal drugs each year. This drug and alcohol usage is the cause of over 8% of all deaths in the state. In 2017, Massachusetts ranked in the top 10 of the states with the highest opioid overdose rates.
The drug addiction problem in Taunton, Massachusetts, is relatively bad. An estimated 1,500 people living with HIV/AIDS became infected by sharing needles for drug use. The Taunton Police Department has reported that heroin abuse is rising in the city. There is a range of drug rehab centers available in Taunton, Massachusetts. Some facilities offer inpatient treatment, while others offer outpatient care.
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