Xanax Addiction

Xanax Abuse

Xanax addiction has more than doubled over the last decade, with more and more young adults showing up at drug rehab centers for treatment. Xanax is one of the most prescribed drugs by physicians and psychiatrists alike. It is listed as a tranquilizer which sedates the central nervous system. These "calmers" are causing wide-spread Xanax abuse and subsequent addictions. In a report submitted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, approximately 20,000 people were admitted to emergency rooms in 2007 due to Xanax, many of whom suffered from Xanax addiction. For help with your Xanax addiction, call us at 1-800-237-3150 now! All calls are toll-free and completely confidential.

The Effects of Xanax Addiction

Of course the effects of any addiction vary; many of those experiencing a Xanax addiction encounter some of the following:

• Loss of memory
• Inability to maintain concentration
• Excessive sleep
• Slowed heart rhythm
• Slowed breathing
• Feeling tired all the time

Xanax addiction in itself can be life threatening, but when Xanax is mixed with other substances the odds of an overdose and potential death are increased ten-fold. Unlike other drug addictions, Xanax addiction is very difficult to detox from as the withdrawal from this medication is very uncomfortable and unless medically managed, can result in seizure or convulsions. For this reason do not attempt to abruptly discontinue Xanax unless you are under medical supervision like that provided at Stepping Stone Center for Recovery. For help with your Xanax addiction, call us at 1-800-237-3150 now! All calls are toll-free and completely confidential.

Xanax Addiction Treatment

The first step in Xanax addiction treatment is medical detox. Our detox program is state of the art and located right on our campus. Staffed with 24 hour nursing and clinical staff, the detox process is managed by physicians trained in addiction medicine and board certified in their area of medical specialty. This first stage of Xanax addiction treatment can last anywhere from seven days to two weeks, depending upon the severity of your addiction.

After detox is complete, patients transfer to our nationally renowned Xanax addiction treatment program. One of the reasons that Stepping Stone Center for Recovery has become known as the Xanax addiction treatment program of choice is due to our compassionate and individualized care.

Every patient is treated individually with programs tailored to their own set of circumstances and recovery plans designed to fit each person's specific needs.

Xanax addiction treatment works, especially the treatment at Stepping Stone Center for Recovery. There is no need to suffer any longer. Call 1-800-237-3150 for immediate help! All calls are toll-free and completely confidential.