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Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs in Stone Park, Illinois

Stone Park, IL has several nearby treatment choices including: 3 medicaid treatment centers, 1 inpatient rehab, 3 drug rehabs that take PPO insurance like Cigna, 0 drug detox, 4 outpatient rehabs.

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Addiction Treatment Programs Serving the Stone Park, Illinois Area:

    Pilsen Wellness Center IncCARF AccreditedSAMHSA

    drug rehab facility - Pilsen Wellness Center Inc IL
    1546 North Mannheim Road
    Stone Park, IL. 60165
    708-410-0856


    Pilsen Wellness Center's expertise rests on its ability to grasp the implications of acculturation and how life experiences are encoded in language. Facilitating client access to the 'emotional' aspect of a problem through the language in which it was experienced is a fundamental treatment component. Language and its subtleties, strongly related to identity, and expertise in treating acculturation difficulties are a hallmark of service provision.

    Substance Abuse OperationsCARF AccreditedSAMHSA

    drug rehab facility - Substance Abuse Operations IL
    308 South 5th Avenue
    Maywood, IL. 60153
    708-343-1275

    Substance Abuse Operations is 2.4 miles from Stone Park, Illinois

    Proviso Leyden Council for Community Action, Inc. (PLCCA) was established in 1968 by Bishop Dr. Claude Porter as a private, not-for-profit corporation to serve low-income residents in Cook County's Proviso and Leyden Townships, and the municipality of Norridge including some of the Metropolitan areas of Chicago.For over the last 47 years, PLCCA has expanded its reach to include more of the Chicago Metropolitan area, Rockford and Aurora, IL.

    Way Back Inn Inc Maywood HouseCARF AccreditedSAMHSA

    drug rehab facility - Way Back Inn Inc IL
    104 Oak Street
    Maywood, IL. 60153
    708-345-8422 x1

    Way Back Inn Inc is 2.6 miles from Stone Park, Illinois

    The programs are based on a recovery model that is holistic, utilizes multiple evidence-based treatment modalities, and multiple professional disciplines to provide a well-rounded treatment approach to support individuals in making life style changes that minimize the effects of their illness, and facilitates informed decisions about continuing abstinence, sobriety, recovery and mental health stability.

    Healthcare Alternative Systems IncCARF AccreditedSAMHSA

    drug treatment program - Healthcare Alternative Systems Inc IL
    1915-17 Roosevelt Road
    Broadview, IL. 60155
    708-498-0200 x209

    Healthcare Alternative Systems Inc is 2.9 miles from Stone Park, Illinois

    At H.A.S., we believe that healthy individuals, healthy families, and healthy communities all depend on one another, a philosophy of caring and communal responsibility that defines our multi-faceted approach to behavioral health. We strengthen individuals and families with programs that promote personal wellbeing and healthy relationships. We support them with programs that foster family-friendly communities. And we work closely with an extended network of community partners that allows us to reach more people in need and to provide our participants with high-quality, wrap-around services during and after their time at H.A.S. Throughout its almost forty years in the community, H.A.S. has worked with hospitals, social service agencies, universities, and research organizations to provide treatment and social services to individuals and their families where gaps in care existed. We have also been extensively involved in research to determine the most effective treatment methodologies for our participants and community. We strive to be an integral part of the communities we serve to assist those communities, as well as the community partners who support us in our mission, however we can.

      Commonly Asked Questions about Addiction and Treatment

      What are the effects of drug addiction on the brain?

      Drug addiction significantly impacts the brain's structure and function. Here are the key effects:

      • Alteration of Neurotransmitters: Drugs can excessively stimulate the brain's reward system by flooding it with dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward. This abnormal stimulation produces euphoria and motivates repeated drug use.
      • Brain Reward System Disruption: Over time, continued use of drugs leads to changes in other brain circuits and systems. The overstimulation of the reward circuit causes the intensely pleasurable 'high' that leads people to take a drug again and again.
      • Cognitive Functioning and Decision Making: Extended drug use can alter the brain's prefrontal cortex, the region responsible for decision-making, impulse control, judgment, and problem-solving, leading to poor decision-making and impulsivity.
      • Memory and Learning: The hippocampus, vital for learning and memory, can also be affected, making it harder to learn and remember information.
      • Stress Regulation: Chronic drug use can affect the brain's amygdala, leading to increased stress levels and difficulty in managing anxiety and stress, which can potentially contribute to the cycle of addiction.
      • Physical Dependence and Withdrawal: Over time, the brain adapts to the drug, diminishing its sensitivity and making it hard to feel pleasure from anything besides the drug. When the drug is withdrawn, it leads to discomfort and withdrawal symptoms, as the brain readjusts to the absence of the drug.
      • Neurotoxicity: Some drugs can cause neurons to die due to overactivation or neurotoxicity, causing lasting damage to brain regions.

      If a drug abuser loved their family wouldn't they stop?

      Substance Use Disorder, commonly known as addiction, is a complex disease that affects the brain and behavior. It's important to understand that addiction is not a matter of willpower or moral strength, and it doesn't reflect an individual's love or lack of love for their family. Here's why a person struggling with addiction might not simply stop, even if they deeply care for their family:

      Altered Brain Function: Drugs can alter the brain's structure and function, especially in areas related to reward, judgment, decision-making, learning, and memory. This can lead to intense cravings and a compulsive desire to use drugs, despite knowing the harm they're causing.

      Physical Dependence: Regular use of certain drugs can lead to physical dependence, where the body needs the drug to function normally. Stopping the drug can cause uncomfortable or even dangerous withdrawal symptoms, which can make quitting extremely difficult without medical help.

      Psychological Dependence: Some individuals use drugs to cope with stress, trauma, or mental health disorders. These individuals may feel they cannot function or feel normal without the substance, and overcoming this psychological dependence can be challenging.

      Fear of Withdrawal: Fear of the withdrawal process, which can be physically and emotionally painful, can deter individuals from quitting, even if they want to stop for their loved ones.

      Denial: Many people struggling with addiction are in denial about the extent of their problem. They may not realize or admit how much their substance use is hurting themselves and their family.

      Loving someone, even deeply, does not automatically grant the ability to overcome addiction. Recovery often requires professional help and involves more than just the decision to stop using drugs. It includes learning new coping skills, addressing underlying issues that may contribute to the addiction, and receiving ongoing support. With proper treatment and support, many people are able to recover from addiction and rebuild their relationships with their loved ones.

      Why are drug addicts so manipulative?

      Individuals struggling with addiction can sometimes exhibit manipulative behaviors, but it's essential to understand that this isn't a characteristic of the person themselves, but rather a manifestation of the disease of addiction. These behaviors are typically driven by a powerful compulsion to continue using substances, often rooted in physical dependency, fear of withdrawal, or a desire to escape from negative feelings.

      Manipulative behaviors can manifest in various ways. For instance, a person may lie or deceive others about their substance use, make excuses, shift blame, or use emotional tactics to avoid confrontations about their behavior or to secure resources for continuing their drug use. Often, these individuals are not consciously trying to be deceptive or manipulative; instead, they are driven by the intense compulsion created by their addiction.

      Addiction also affects brain functions, including those responsible for judgment, decision making, learning, memory, and behavior control. When the brain's reward system is hijacked by substance use, obtaining and using the substance can take priority over everything else, leading to behaviors that the individual might not exhibit otherwise.

      It's worth noting that not every person with a substance use disorder exhibits manipulative behaviors, and if they do, it's not a sign of their character, but rather the severity of their disorder.

      The development of manipulative behaviors signals a need for professional help. Substance use disorders are serious, and effective treatments often involve a combination of medication, therapy, and long-term follow-up. Therapies like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can help individuals understand their behaviors, develop healthier coping mechanisms, and rebuild damaged relationships. Family and loved ones can also benefit from guidance and support on how to navigate these challenges without enabling the addiction.

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      Our service provides referrals to licensed treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. You don't have to struggle alone with addiction. Help is just a phone call away. Call 1-877-882-9275 now to get the help you need and deserve.

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