Part of the recovery process is about recognizing relapse triggers and learning how to deal with them in a healthy way. A trigger is something that sets off a memory of past use and keeps them in the mindset that may have first caused their addiction.
Triggers are uniquely personal; different things trigger different people. It is recommended that addicts in early recovery avoid situations, people, places or things that trigger the flashbacks/memories and make them want to use again.
Contact UsAt Diamond House Detox center in San Francisco, we pride ourselves on providing a serene drug and alcohol addiction treatment environment where privacy and peace are the main priorities for our clients. Triggers can be external or internal and prompt subconscious urges to use drugs or alcohol. While external triggers refer to people, places, objects and situations, internal triggers refer to feelings. Common internal triggers include:
Often, this is exactly why we recommend people with addictions seek detox and treatment outside of the city in which they are from — away from familiar people and distractions that might derail them on their path toward recovery and a better life.
Diamond House Detox has been home to many San Francisco residents seeking a safe, private detox away from the Bay Area. Our luxurious San Francisco rehab accommodations allow personal space for rest, meditation and healing. At about 70 miles (1 hour and 15-minute drive) outside of the city, Diamond House Detox is an excellent choice for loved ones whose lives depend upon recovery.
In California, nearly 9% of people age 12 and older have some form of substance use disorder, and in San Francisco County, nearly 300 people died due to opioid overdose alone in 2022.
These statistics about the San Francisco drug problem are why Diamond House Detox continues to welcome clients from the area into our treatment programs:
Our trained medical staff work tirelessly to create a calming, supportive atmosphere where people struggling with drug and alcohol addiction can come and recover from their substance use disorder. If you or a loved one could benefit from our services, contact us and become part of the reason San Francisco drug statistics change.
Substance use and addiction encompass more than just alcohol and opioids. Practically any regulated substance can lead to an addiction, and at Diamond House Detox, our medical professionals strive to stay up to date with the latest advancements in addiction treatment. This allows us to offer comprehensive treatment programs covering:
All patients receive an in-depth and comprehensive psychiatric evaluation performed by a psychiatrist or a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in addiction. This evaluation is used to help in the assessment and diagnosis of any emotional, behavioral, developmental, or medical conditions contributing to substance use. The assessment will help us to diagnose and begin treatment for:
The first step to any recovery is detox. Whatever substances you’re detoxing from, know that our compassionate professionals will stay by your side. We monitor you closely to ensure you’re medically and physically safe as you go through detox. We want you to know you have the support you need to make it through. Detox typically takes a few days, and can last as long as a couple of weeks — but once it’s over, what happens next?
While some people may be able to return to their lives and find support from friends and family through recovery, the vast majority of people dealing with addiction need more than a few days to work through withdrawal. They may need to develop new coping skills or establish a therapeutic alliance as they learn how to live a sober life. The great news is, you can do that here, too.
During or after your detox, you’ll meet with one of our Psychiatrists or Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners for an evaluation. During this in-depth evaluation, we will help you decide if you’d be a good fit for our:
If you’re ready to begin your recovery process, don’t wait. Contact Us to find out about same-day admittance for drug and alcohol detox in San Francisco and Northern California. Urgent treatment is available, and it could be the call that saves your life.
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