Detoxification
Detoxification (detox) is the process of clearing a person’s body of drugs or alcohol that the person has been using. When a person is addicted to alcohol or drugs their bodies are used to having these chemicals in their system. When these substances are gradually removed from the body the brain needs to adjust to the sudden drop in the levels of these chemicals. This is why people experience withdrawal symptoms. The sole purpose of detox is to manage the withdrawal symptoms of the person. Detoxification at serenity foundation is done under strict medical supervision.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a treatment tool because it can be used for many different types of addiction including, but not limited to, food addiction, alcohol addiction, and prescription drug addiction. It is a talk therapy with a therapist. It makes you aware of your negative or inaccurate feelings .Not only can CBT help you recognize your unhealthy behavioural patterns, but it can also help you learn to identify triggers and develop coping skills. CBT can be combined with other therapeutic techniques as well.
