Cannabis Detox Programme

The following cannabis detox programme information has been 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 cannabis rehab program information can be confusing and time consuming. Triage Advisors are here to help you make fully informed and accurate decisions. Call 0117 339 0080.

What is a cannabis detox programme?

A cannabis detox programme refers to the process involved in helping a person to become completely substance-free. A cannabis detox programme will aim to minimise the danger and where possible alleviate the unpleasantness by carefully managing the withdrawal symptoms experienced when stopping cannabis use.

Cessation from cannabis use can involve an array of unpleasant symptoms. Some cannabis addiction withdrawal signs can include sweating, sleeplessness, raised anxiety, depression, auditory hallucinations or in extreme cases a psychotic episode. There is no actual cannabis detox programme due to cannabis withdrawals largely being regarded as psychological. However, a cannabis detoxification rehab programme can provide the person with medication to help them sleep, or to reduce their anxiety levels. A cannabis addiction treatment program should provide a structured and managed programme to assist with the initial cessation period.

When should someone seek a cannabis addiction treatment program?

Cannabis addiction can completely take over a person's life. This does not have to be the case. Anyone can recover with the right cannabis rehab program.

There are a number of warning signs that a cannabis addiction is present, and treatment is needed. Unreliability, keeping strange hours, and being secretive are all indicators. You may also notice an increase in new friends, who don’t seem “quite right”. When substance dependence is present, financial problems will also quickly become apparent.

Two questions to ask are: 1. Can the person quit entirely when they honestly want to? 2. Can the person control the amount of cannabis consumed?

If the answer to either of these questions is no, please call us immediately to discuss a suitable cannabis addiction treatment program.

Cannabis rehab programme options

A residential cannabis detox programme differs from other treatments in that it is more intensive. The residential aspect of the treatment means that the person is given some time away to really focus on getting themselves better. Another advantage of a residential cannabis rehab program is that the person is in a therapeutic environment surrounded by professionals that will make the process of recovery as easy as possible. Triage Healthcare works with a large number of counsellors, nurses, doctors, psychologists and residential rehabilitation centres throughout the UK. All of our workers and cannabis rehab program facilities are registered with the appropriate professional bodies.

It is also possible to access private overseas services. This option can be particularly appealing to those individuals who have already accessed help in the UK with limited success. By travelling overseas to access a cannabis rehab program, the person is completely removed from their problematic surroundings. Overseas treatment can also represent better value for money in some cases.

It is also possible to access free NHS services. Whilst it would clearly be preferable to enter a cannabis detoxification rehab programme without having to pay for it, it is important to remember that there is an imbalance between availability of addiction treatment in the NHS and the demand in the community. Therefore, there can often be long waiting lists involved when trying to access an NHS cannabis detox programme.

Not everyone will be in a position to access a cannabis detox programme privately or be offered it on the NHS. For those in that position it can be easy to lose motivation and become frustrated with the situation. We know the challenges faced when trying to access an NHS cannabis detoxification rehab programme. We can offer advice on alternative treatment options as well as offer encouragement and advice on where to access support during this time.

How long could a Cannabis rehab program take?

The duration of stay in a cannabis detox programme will vary depending on the severity of the situation. The initial detox period is typically up to two weeks in length, or more in extreme cases.

Once the person becomes completely free from cannabis, a cannabis addiction treatment program will focus on the psychological side of the dependence. This will usually combine several types of therapy such as group therapy, one-to-one therapy, educational seminars, and personal reflection. It is important that the person learns to understand the addiction and the reasons behind it in order to avoid relapse once they have left treatment. Typically a complete programme in a cannabis detoxification rehab programme will take between 6 and 12 weeks.

Cannabis rehab programme aftercare support

It is vital that post cannabis rehab program support is engaged with to ensure that the person is able to develop their coping strategies in order to avoid relapse. Preferably, this will take the form of one-to-one counselling, which will focus on individual relapse triggers and the underlying reasons for the addiction. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is an additional form of aftercare support which allows the person to interact with people that have been in the same situation. NA meetings typically take place during the peak times where cannabis users would normally use the drug in order to give them some structure and support for this difficult time.

How much does a private Cannabis rehab programme cost?

Triage Healthcare recognises that there is a deficit in the provision of affordable private treatment for addictions in the UK. High quality free advice and information is provided to all, as well as best-value private treatment to individuals with a limited budget. If you arrange admission to a cannabis detox programme through Triage Healthcare you will never pay more and in some cases you will pay less for residential treatment than by booking direct with a treatment centre.

Call Triage Healthcare to discuss the option most likely to result in success for you or your loved one. All of our advisors are bound by strict rules of confidentiality and medical ethics. Your call is guaranteed to be treated in the strictest confidence.

Where to find Cannabis rehab treatment Centers in the UK

There are a number of different treatments available. It is important that the treatment is tailored to the individual - addiction is different for each person; there is no “one-size-fits-all solution”. In order to find out the cannabis addiction treatment program that represents the best chance of success for all concerned, call one of our experienced advisors. Our advice is all completely free and confidential.

Triage Healthcare offers an immediate response service. Our helpline is open 7 days a week, and has a 24 hour messaging service which will be responded to by one of our trained advisors as soon as possible should you call out of hours. When considering a private cannabis rehab program it is important to know exactly what you are getting for your money.

We are staffed by highly experienced and expert professionals in addiction medicine and counselling, who are ethically bound to give you advice according to the latest evidence of what works, and who are not allowed to advise you according to a profit motive. Rather we will find you the best value cannabis detox programme given your particular circumstances and wishes.

We understand that there may be concerns regarding treatment, particularly in terms of cost, location and success. That is why we are here. We can advise you on centres running individually tailored programmes. We can help all concerned decide on a comprehensive cannabis rehab program that is affordable to your budget. You can telephone to speak with us straight away in confidence or email us with the guarantee of a timely response.