Addiction Rehab Centre UK
Tel: 0800 246 5293

The following points of information on detox are prepared under the supervision of Consultant Addiction Psychiatrist Dr Bruce Trathen MBBS MRCPsych, and Senior Addictions Therapist David Goodlad FRSPH MA Dip. MBACP (Snr. Accred) UKRC NCAC CADC.

Accessing reliable and accurate information on detox can be confusing and time consuming. Triage Advisors are here to help you make fully informed and accurate decisions. Call 0800 246 5293.

Types of Detox?

For anyone with an addiction the first step towards abstinence involves withdrawing from the substance. When unmanaged, the withdrawal symptoms can be unpleasant and potentially dangerous. It is important that the appropriate medication, care and support is provided during this time to ease this difficult period and allow a safe and controlled withdrawal period.

 Detox Information

What are the warning signs for someone who needs Detox?

Why Professional Detox?

What does private detox cost and how long does it take?

Where to detox?

References

 NTORS The National Treatment Outcome Research Study: Summary of the project, the clients, and preliminary findings: First Bulletin. (1996). Gossop, M., Marsden, J., Stewart, D., Edwards, C., Lehmann, P., Wilson, A., & Segar, G. Department of Health: London.