LET’S HAVE A TALK ABOUT ADDICTION
As you may have guessed from the title, conversations about addiction definitely hold great importance in our society, given the fact that this is one of the most painful mental illnesses on the planet. Every person who experiments with drugs or alcohol does not have the intention of becoming an addict, but, once they get a taste of their poison, these men and women will start to sink into a dark pit of despair (their brains constantly driven by a desire for more and more of drugs or booze). Ironically, though, people don’t like to talk about the problem once it takes root. If a person suffers from drug addiction or alcoholism, both the victim and their loved ones will exercise extreme caution about addressing the problem at hand (understandably). So, as the title suggests, let’s take a closer look at how everyone can have a talk about this mental illness without fear or anxiety.
Addressing the Problem at Hand
Needless to say, drug addiction and alcoholism have evolved into serious public health crises in our country. From 2002 to 2015, the number of deaths triggered by drug overdoses increased by a staggering 100%, while prescription narcotics have inflicted the majority of this harm. Consider that, in 2014 alone, 2 million citizens of the U.S. suffered from painkiller dependency, while 1 out of 4 patients who receive prescription narcotics will eventually (at some point) start abusing their medications. In the midst of “stoner culture,” “junkies,” or “potheads” populating our country, some people will quickly ostracize addicts for being sick. As a result of this stigmatization, the victims and caregivers may feel a bit cautious about striking up conversations about this mental illness (which is definitely not a good thing).
So, how do we turn stigmas off and get society back on track? Here are some suggestions:
- Better education about abuse and addiction
- Understanding that addiction is a sickness, not a lifestyle choice
- Establishing communication points between addicts and society
- Health insurance plans that offer more information about addiction
- Resources about addiction in schools and businesses (when applicable)
Seeking Treatment for Drug Addiction or Alcoholism
Drug addiction and alcoholism are serious illnesses that can and will destroy the mind and body. On the same note, addiction will not only drive a massive wedge into your social life but also potentially destroy your private family life, especially if you are already dealing with an underlying behavioral problem or relationship issues as it is. If anything, though, cases involving celebrities and their fight with addiction can serve as a valuable lesson about staying away from drugs or getting the help that’s necessary.
If you are suffering from a severe case of drug abuse or alcoholism or have a friend or loved one who is coping with this illness, get in touch with Asana Recovery today. Our professional team of counselors and healthcare experts will help you endure the painful process detox and withdrawal and guide you through each step of the rehabilitation process to help you overcome your attachment to dangerous drugs and alcoholic drinks.
If you want to find out more about our residential treatment or supervised detoxification/withdrawal programs or enroll in one of these programs today, we are ready and waiting to speak with you at your leisure and your disclosure. Call Asana now at (949) 438-4504 to learn how you can overcome your mental illness and take an extra step toward becoming a healthier person.
Kama unavyoweza kudhani kutoka kwa kichwa, mazungumzo juu ya uraibu ni muhimu sana katika jamii yetu, ikizingatiwa ukweli kwamba hii ni moja ya magonjwa ya akili yenye uchungu zaidi duniani. Kila mtu anayejaribu dawa za kulevya au pombe hana nia ya kuwa mraibu, lakini mara tu wanapopata ladha ya sumu yao, wanaume na wanawake hawa wataanza kuzama katika shimo jeusi la kukata tamaa (ubongo wao unaendeshwa daima na hamu ya dawa za kulevya au pombe zaidi na zaidi). Jambo la kushangaza ni kwamba watu hawapendi kuzungumza juu ya tatizo hilo linapoanza kuenea. Ikiwa mtu ni mraibu wa dawa za kulevya au pombe, wote wawili, mhasiriwa na wapendwa wao, watakuwa waangalifu sana kuhusu jinsi ya kushughulikia tatizo hilo (inaeleweka). Kwa hiyo, kama kichwa kinavyodokeza, hebu tuangalie kwa karibu jinsi kila mtu awezavyo kuzungumza juu ya ugonjwa huu wa akili bila hofu au wasiwasi. "Kutokana na hali hii, ""Uraibu wa dawa za kulevya na ulevi umekuwa tatizo kubwa la afya ya umma nchini kwetu." Tangu mwaka 2002 hadi 2015, idadi ya vifo vinavyosababishwa na matumizi ya dawa za kulevya imeongezeka kwa asilimia 100 na dawa za kulevya zimesababisha uharibifu mkubwa zaidi. Katika mwaka 2014 pekee, raia milioni mbili wa Marekani waliugua kutokana na utegemezi wa dawa za kupunguza maumivu, wakati 1 kati ya wagonjwa 4 wanaopokea dawa za kulevya za dawa ya kulevya hatimaye (katika hatua fulani) wataanza kutumia dawa zao vibaya. Katikati ya "utamaduni wa stoner", "majazi", au "majazi" wanaoishi nchini mwetu, watu fulani watawakataa haraka walevi kwa sababu ya kuwa wagonjwa. Kama matokeo ya stigmatization hii, wahasiriwa na watunzaji wanaweza kuhisi kidogo tahadhari kuhusu kuanzisha mazungumzo kuhusu ugonjwa huu wa akili (ambayo ni dhahiri si jambo zuri). Kwa hiyo, tunawezaje kuondoa uchongezi na kurudisha jamii kwenye njia sahihi? "Hizi ni baadhi ya mapendekezo: ""Kujitolea kwa matibabu ya kulevya na ulevi"" - ""Kuelewa kwamba ulevi ni ugonjwa, si chaguo la maisha"" - ""Kuanzisha vitu vya mawasiliano kati ya walevi na jamii"" - ""Mipango ya bima ya afya ambayo hutoa habari zaidi juu ya ulevi"" - ""Vyanzo kuhusu ulevi katika shule na biashara (wakati inapatikana") ""Kutafuta matibabu ya ulevi na ulevi"" - ""Ulevi na ulevi ni magonjwa makubwa ambayo yanaweza na wataharibu akili na mwili." Uraibu wa kutumia dawa za kulevya hautaathiri maisha yako ya kijamii tu, lakini pia unaweza kuharibu maisha yako ya kibinafsi ya familia, haswa ikiwa tayari una shida ya tabia au matatizo ya uhusiano. Hata hivyo, visa vinavyohusu watu mashuhuri na mapambano yao na uraibu vinaweza kuwa somo lenye thamani kuhusu kuepuka dawa za kulevya au kupata msaada unaohitajika. Ikiwa una tatizo kubwa la kulevya au unakabiliwa na tatizo la kulevya au una rafiki au mpendwa anayekabili tatizo hilo, wasiliana na Asana Recovery leo. Timu yetu ya wataalamu wa ushauri na wataalamu wa huduma za afya itakusaidia kuvumilia mchakato mgumu wa detox na uondoaji na kukuongoza kupitia hatua zote za mchakato wa ukarabati kukusaidia kushinda kiungo chako kwa dawa za kulevya na vinywaji hatari. Ikiwa unataka kujua zaidi juu ya matibabu yetu ya makazi au mipango ya kuondolewa kwa sumu au kujiandikisha katika moja ya programu hizi leo, tuko tayari na tunasubiri kuzungumza na wewe wakati wako wa burudani na ufunuo wako. Piga simu kwa Asana sasa (949) 438-4504 kujifunza jinsi unaweza kushinda ugonjwa wako wa akili na kuchukua hatua ya ziada kuelekea kuwa mtu mwenye afya.