Garden Grove, CA

Searching for a Substance Abuse Treatment Center in Garden Grove, CA

The beautiful city of Garden Grove is located in the north part of Orange County, California. With a steady population of 172,781 and growing. The city can be seen as a hub for the young and restless. Known as "œThe City of Youth and Ambition," it's fitting that the majority of the population is made up of people in their 20s and early 30s. One of the major attractions in the Garden Grove is the Crystal Cathedral, which is known for its architecture and the broadcasting of "œHour of Power" that millions of people listen to worldwide. Those who are looking for a bit of fine arts can find it at the three main theaters, Garden Grove Playhouse, Festival Amphitheater and Gen Theater. There's such a carefree air about Garden Grove that many people forget that substance abuse still affects those behind the scenes.

You will be happy to know that finding a treatment center in Garden Grove is easy to do and there are many treatment centers to choose from that will suit your needs. Finding a rehab facility in Garden Grove is the start of your new direction in freeing yourself from the addiction that has enslaved you.

What Are Withdrawals and How Long Do They Last?

Withdrawal is defined by the array of symptoms that occur when a person who is dependent on drugs or alcohol stops using abruptly. The length of withdrawal symptoms and the symptoms themselves will vary with the type of substance used, the frequency and the dosage.

As an example, heroin abuse may cause the physical symptoms of bone and muscle pain, diarrhea, insomnia, cold flashes and vomiting. These symptoms can last for many days and the depression and dysphoria can last for weeks. Medications can be prescribed to aid in easing these symptoms.

If you're struggling with addiction to heroin, or any other substance, consider traveling for treatment. There are many advantages to travel for treatment, the main one being that it removes you from things like your heroin dealer, and other conditions that may have led you to use.

Leave the hard work for the professionals and Call (866) 578-7471 to find the rehabilitation center that suits your needs. Let the professions determine your treatment coverage as most insurance does cover rehabilitation.

Once you complete your rehab, the battle isn't over. Achieving addiction recovery is a day-by-day process that will last the rest of your life. A couple of tools at your disposal to aid in this battle are group meetings and the 12-step program. In group meetings, you can gain a support group of peers just like you, struggling with the same affliction as you. You can also find a sponsor in group meetings who will help you on a personal level in your battle against addiction. The 12-step programs empower you by helping you admit you are powerless against addiction and the you need a higher power to get you over the hill in recovery. Click below to find a meeting near you!