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Scotland has one of the worst drug problems in Europe. With over 60,000 people who regularly take drugs, many of these will go on to form an addiction that will require intervention.
Whilst a lot of people may take drugs as part of experimentation growing up and easily quit, for others a drug addiction can develop and spiral out of control, taking over your life and even ending it prematurely.
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Drug Addiction In Scotland
According to PHS, around 1 in 60 people have a problem with drug issues here in Scotland. Drug use is also the 6th leading cause of early death in Scotland, making this an issue that has and is hurting families across the country on a daily basis. Common drug addictions include:
- Heroin
- Methadone
- Crack
- Cocaine
- Cannabis
- Speed
- Prescription Drugs
Away from alcohol addiction which is widespread, the most lethal drug that causes death in Scotland is based on opioid use such as heroin. In many cases, more than one drug was found involved in a death. Data regarding further widespread drug use in Scotland can be found in the latest National Records report which indicates drug deaths have been rising every year since 2013.
Why Does Scotland Have an Addiction Problem?
There is a clear link between poverty and drug addiction. When we look at Scotland some of the most deprived areas have a higher rate of drug addiction and count for us having the highest overdose rate per head in the whole of Europe.
Years of underinvestment in education and rising levels of poverty have certainly added fuel to the number of addicts we have in our country.
Addiction Stigma
One other reason is that because of the stigma associated with certain drug addictions, can put people off seeking help. This mindset can really put people off from seeking treatment as they may feel embarrassed or ashamed to face up to their problems by admitting they have a problem and taking action to resolve it.
People in England are more likely to seek treatment for addiction compared to Scots according to Scot’s drug Forum CEO David Liddel. Retention for services has also been hit alongside cuts in alcohol and drug partnerships providing treatment. So for us to change, we need not only social changes but a change in mindset.
People do need to realise they have an addiction and take action to get treatment, often the 1st step is recognising the issue and actually admitting you need help.
Why is it vital to overcome the denial of addiction?
If you’re struggling to acknowledge your drug addiction and live through denial, here at Nova Recovery, we urge you to work through these emotions. Although it can be difficult to fully understand what you’re going through, without acknowledgement, your drug addiction will continue to worsen.
By avoiding control, your side effects, your withdrawal symptoms and your long-term impacts from drug abuse will deteriorate your quality of life. Likewise, it’s probable that you will live with a dual diagnosis of a mental disorder, requiring even further addiction treatment.
This however can be avoided by observing your current drug consumption and the severity of your side effects. If you do believe that an addiction may be present, we recommend contacting a treatment programme at rehab, where medically assisted treatment programmes will be available to you; exactly what we offer here at Nova Recovery.
Local Addiction Services – Needle Exchanges
You can use the below map to access local needle exchanges and specific support in your local area. If you are addicted to a drug and are injecting, it is paramount you use a needle exchange to reduce the risk of you picking up infections.
Our Addiction Treatment Clinic
Scotland Based Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Providers
Key offerings available include:
- Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Scotland
- 1:1 Support from Clinical Nurse Practitioners, Registered Mental Health Nurses and Therapists
- Access to Trained Psychiatrists
- 24-Hour Nursing Care
- Comfortable & Quality Accommodation
- Clinically Led Recovery Model Underpinned by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- 1 Year Aftercare
So what are you waiting for?
Begin your journeyHow to gauge the severity of your drug addiction
Many individuals start abusing drugs socially. Here is where the likes of cocaine and weed are abused now and again in social situations. This inconsistency is also visible for those abusing prescription drugs.
Yet through both forms of drug use, whether illegal or prescribed, ongoing abuse can develop into an addiction.
To onlookers, all drug consumption will fall into the addiction category. However, there are different depths of drug addictions to consider; all resulting in varying impacts and all requiring alternative addiction treatments.
It is however important for users to understand the severity of their drug addiction and; in tandem, with the level of drug addiction treatment they will require to heal.
If you’re currently experiencing minimal side effects from drugs and find it easy to cope without consumption, a mild case of substance misuse may be experienced.
This can usually be treated through outpatient, mild addiction treatment. However, if psychological connections to drugs are present with the inability to reduce or stop consumption, it is likely that drug addiction is present.
To treat this addiction, the completion of a comprehensive, medically assisted residential rehab programme will be required.
It’s very important that you do understand the depth of addiction treatment you require to recover, and the steps required to live a drug-free future. The longer you live through denial, the greater level of addiction treatment will be required to heal.
The value of completing leading drug addiction treatment
Many individuals attempting to recover will select to go cold turkey, alone. Here at Nova Recovery, we can understand why this is a favourable treatment option. However, it is an ineffective and dangerous addiction treatment to consider.
Drug addiction will result in both physical and psychological dependence. With that said, both medical and psychological addiction treatment options will be required to promote sobriety.
As a result of this, there’s true value and opportunity to recover by completing drug addiction treatment. By completing your own range of treatments, future relapses are probable.
Through a recovery-designed and medically derived treatment programme, you’ll have the ability to prevent relapses by recovering holistically; not to mention boosting your own healthy coping mechanisms.
Although visiting a private rehab centre may feel daunting, this is the best chance you will have to complete a range of leading drug addiction treatments. This is your opportunity to recover physically and mentally, with the potential to live a drug-free life.
Contact our team today to acknowledge your drug addiction and complete a self-referral rehab admission.
Addiction treatments available through Nova Recovery
Here at Nova Recovery, all of our treatment programmes are personalised to ensure that all clients have an equal opportunity to reach recovery milestones. However, the foundation of all programmes will include medical, social and psychological treatment options.
Many clients will begin their rehab journey with a drug detox programme at our rehab in Scotland. The main aim of drug detox is to remove all toxins from the body while preparing it for further addiction treatment. Once completed, clients will have worked through withdrawal symptoms, showcasing a depth of recovery.
From here, a range of social and psychological treatment options, suitable for drug addiction recovery will be encouraged. From behavioural therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy to group therapies such as support groups, clients will have the chance to heal mentally.
Many addictions do develop from underlying mental health issues or previous distressing episodes. Our range of leading drug addiction treatments will help clients overcome, rebuild and recover in the long-term.
Complete your rehab admission today
If you’re hoping to achieve those recovery milestones through our rehab facility, contact our team today. We can help you through the initial admissions process while preparing you for your own personalised treatment programme.
From here, you can complete immediate and highly consistent sessions of our leading drug addiction treatment options, helping you rebalance your mind and body. We appreciate how you may be anxious to start this journey.
Please be reassured that our team has helped a vast number of clients recover through our holistic and therapeutic treatment options. We are dedicated to promoting sobriety for all clients, in the form of a drug-free future.
Complete your rehab admission today by contacting our addiction professionals.
Get Help Today from Nova Recovery Drug Rehab
From prescription drugs and alcohol to illicit illegal drugs, long-term use can develop into a dependence; soon followed by the vicious circle of addiction. With this in mind, it is important that you overcome denial and complete drug addiction treatment as soon as possible. Without this step, you will continue to suffer through your substance use and mental disorders.
Reach out to our team to understand the value behind specific drug addiction treatments at our recovery centre in Largs, Scotland.
John Gillen
- Author
- Last updated: December 20, 2023
John has travelled extensively around the world, culminating in 19 years’ experience looking at different models. He is the European pioneer of NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) treatment to Europe in 2010; and recently back from the USA bringing state of the art Virtual Reality Relapse Prevention and stress reduction therapy. His passion extends to other metabolic disturbances and neurodegenerative diseases. The journey continues. In recent times, John has travelled to Russia to study and research into a new therapy photobiomudulation or systemic laser therapy working with NAD+ scientists and the very best of the medical professionals in the UK and the USA, together with Nadcell, Bionad Hospitals own select Doctors, nurses, dieticians and therapists. Johns’ passion continues to endeavour to bring to the UK and Europe new developments with NAD+ Therapy in preventive and restorative medicine and Wellness. In 2017 John Gillen was made a visiting Professor at the John Naisbitt university in Belgrade Serbia.
Dr Luqman Khan
- Clinical Reviewer
- Last reviewed: December 20, 2023
Dr Luqman Khan (MBchB, FRCS, MRCPsych) is a highly experienced and well-qualified psychiatrist with over ten years of experience in general psychiatry and addiction services.
He is certified by the MRCPsych and is known for his innovative approach to treating a diverse range of clients with high morbidity related to alcohol, drugs, and mental health problems.
At Nova Recovery, Dr Khan will utilise his extensive knowledge and experience to provide patients with the highest level of care and support in their journey towards recovery. He will work closely with our addiction recovery team to develop individualised treatment plans for each patient, considering their specific needs and circumstances.
He is passionate about supporting individuals in achieving their goals and objectives and is committed to working with patients to help them overcome their addiction dependency and improve their overall well-being. Utilising evidence-based practices and the latest research in addiction treatment, Dr Khan will help ensure that patients receive the most effective care possible.
As an adept communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, Dr Khan can connect with patients from all walks of life. Patients can expect to receive comprehensive and compassionate care from Dr Khan. With his expertise and guidance, they will be given the best chances of achieving long-term recovery.