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Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers in Gorham, Maine

Gorham, ME has several nearby treatment choices including: 5 low cost programs, 0 inpatient drug rehab, 4 drug rehabs that take private insurance like BCBS, 1 drug and alcohol detox, 4 outpatient rehabs.

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Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Programs Serving the Gorham, Maine Area:

    alcohol treatment program - Carol M Larson LCPC CADC ME
    31 Main Street
    Gorham, ME. 04038
    207-653-2219


    Carol M Larson LCPC CADC is committed to helping anyone with an alcohol or drug abuse problem in Gorham and its surrounding areas find full recovery. It provides several programs - such as inpatient rehab facilities, short term addiction treatment programs, outpatient individual counseling, long term treatment centers, inpatient detoxification centers and others - in keeping with its philosophy of the addiction treatment and rehab methods that work in recovery. This alcohol and drug rehab facility also believes that people require individual treatment to be able to stop abusing drugs and alcohol.

    As such, Carol M Larson LCPC CADC specializes in individual psychotherapy, relapse prevention, anger management, behavior modification, activity therapy, rational emotive behavioral therapy and more. Similarly, it accepts clients who are domestic violence, persons who have experienced sexual abuse, clients referred from the court/judicial system, self-help groups, co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, aftercare/continuing care, and others. This addiction treatment center uses treatment modalities that can help clients to maintain lasting and permanent abstinence from the substances of abuse that they have used in the past.

    In terms of payment, clients in Carol M Larson LCPC CADC can pay for services using cash or self-payment, private medical insurance, military insurance, payment assistance, state corrections or juvenile justice funds, other state funds and others.

    alcohol treatment facility - Caring Counseling for You ME
    510 Main Street
    Gorham, ME. 04038
    207-774-4564


    Caring Counseling for You is dedicated to assisting anyone with a drug or alcohol abuse problem in the Gorham, Maine area find complete recovery. It provides several services - such as inpatient drug rehab programs, short term drug rehab programs, outpatient day treatment, long term drug rehab centers, inpatient detox centers and others - in keeping with its belief of the addiction care and rehab methods that work in recovery. This substance abuse treatment facility also believes that people need individual treatment to be able to stop abusing drugs and alcohol.

    As such, Caring Counseling for You has specialized in individual psychotherapy, relapse prevention, anger management, behavior modification, activity therapy, rational emotive behavioral therapy and more. At the same time, it accepts clients who are domestic violence, persons who have experienced sexual abuse, clients referred from the court/judicial system, self-help groups, co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, aftercare/continuing care, and others. This alcohol and drug rehab center uses care methods that can assist clients to achieve lasting and permanent sobriety and abstinence from the substances of abuse that they have used in the past.

    In terms of payment, clients in Caring Counseling for You can pay for services using private pay, private health insurance, military insurance, payment assistance, state corrections or juvenile justice funds, other state funds and others.

    Cap Quality Care IncJoint Commission CertifiedSAMHSA

    drug rehab facility - Cap Quality Care Inc ME
    1 Delta Drive
    Westbrook, ME. 04092
    207-856-7227

    Cap Quality Care Inc is 6.6 miles from Gorham, ME

    CAP Quality Care is your number one source for Drug Rehab and Heroin Addiction Treatment.

    Discovery House South Portland Comp Treatment CentersCARF AccreditedSAMHSA

    alcohol rehab facility - Discovery House ME
    400 Western Avenue
    South Portland, ME. 04106
    207-774-7111

    Discovery House is 7.6 miles from Gorham, ME

    All 18 Discovery House facilities have earned full 3-year accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF International). In addition to national CARF accreditation, Discovery House is licensed by the state, certified by SAMHSA the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and regulated by the Drug Enforcement Agency. This accreditation outcome represents the highest level of accreditation, is awarded to organizations that show substantial conformance to the standards established by CARF and indicate that present practices represent an established pattern of efficient and effective operations that is likely to be maintained and/or improved in the foreseeable future.

      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.

      How do I stop enabling an addict?

      "Helping someone stop enabling an addict can be a challenging process, as the enabler often has deeply ingrained habits and patterns that need to be addressed. Here are some steps to consider:

      Recognize Enabling Behavior: First, you need to identify the behaviors that are enabling the addiction. Enabling behaviors can include things like providing money that funds the addiction, covering for the addict's mistakes or responsibilities, or continually forgiving harmful behavior without setting boundaries.

      Educate Yourself: Learn about addiction and its dynamics. Understanding that addiction is a disease and not merely a matter of willpower can help change your perspective and reactions.

      Set Boundaries: Establish and communicate clear, firm boundaries regarding what you will and won't accept. Stick to these boundaries even if it's difficult.

      Stop Rescuing: Refrain from protecting the person from the consequences of their addictive behavior. It is important for them to experience the full impact of their actions.

      Encourage Treatment: Instead of protecting the person from their addiction, encourage them to seek professional help. Offer to assist in finding treatment options or attending support groups.

      Seek Support: Enabling patterns can be tough to break. Seek help from therapy, counseling, or support groups like Al-Anon. These resources can provide you with tools and strategies to stop enabling.

      Practice Self-Care: Ensure you're taking care of your own physical and emotional health. It's easy to get so wrapped up in the addicted person's problems that you neglect your own needs.

      Maintain Consistency: It's essential to be consistent with your new approach. If you occasionally slip back into enabling behaviors, the person with the addiction may continue to expect it.

      Be Patient: Changing long-standing patterns of behavior takes time, both for you and the person with the addiction. Remember to be patient with yourself and with them.

      Remember, You're Not to Blame: Addiction is a complex disease influenced by many factors. It's important to remember that you're not responsible for the other person's addiction or recovery. Your role is to support in healthy ways, not to cure the addiction.


      What are the symptoms of alcoholism?

      Alcoholism, also known as Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), is a chronic condition characterized by an inability to control alcohol consumption despite adverse consequences. The symptoms of alcoholism can vary among individuals but typically include a combination of physical, psychological, and behavioral signs. Some common symptoms include:

      • Increased tolerance: A need for increasing amounts of alcohol to achieve the same desired effect, or experiencing diminished effects with continued use of the same amount.
      • Withdrawal symptoms: Experiencing physical and psychological symptoms when not drinking, such as tremors, sweating, nausea, anxiety, irritability, or insomnia.
      • Loss of control: An inability to limit alcohol consumption, often drinking more or for a longer period than intended.
      • Neglect of responsibilities: Failing to fulfill work, school, or family obligations due to alcohol use.
      • Social isolation: Withdrawing from social activities or hobbies once enjoyed, in favor of drinking.
      • Continued use despite consequences: Continuing to consume alcohol despite negative consequences, such as relationship problems, health issues, or legal troubles.
      • Cravings: Experiencing strong urges or cravings to drink alcohol.
      • Unsuccessful attempts to quit: Repeated attempts to cut down or quit drinking, without success.
      • Risky behavior: Engaging in risky behaviors while under the influence of alcohol, such as driving, operating machinery, or engaging in unprotected sex.
      • Time spent on alcohol: Spending a significant amount of time obtaining, consuming, or recovering from the effects of alcohol.
      • Physical dependence: Developing a physiological reliance on alcohol, leading to withdrawal symptoms when alcohol consumption is reduced or stopped.
      • Neglect of self-care: Neglecting personal hygiene, nutrition, or overall well-being as a result of alcohol use.

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