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De-addiction and substance use

De-Addiction Treatment

Medically reviewed by Dr. Gorav Gupta, M.B.B.S., M.D. (Psychiatry) ·

Assessment, treatment and long-term support from Dr. Gorav Gupta, a senior psychiatrist with 40+ years of experience, in New Delhi, Gurugram and online.

  • 40+ years of experience
  • New Delhi and Gurugram
  • Online consultations

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Alcohol and drug addiction treatment by Dr. Gorav Gupta in Delhi, Gurgaon and NCR

Treatment for alcohol and drug addiction is delivered in many different settings using a variety of behavioral and medical approaches like providing counseling, behavioral therapy, medication, and other types of services to persons with substance use disorders. Dr. Gorav Gupta is best psychiatrist for alcohol addiction treatment in Delhi and Gurgaon.

Detoxification and medically managed withdrawal

Detoxification is the process by which the body gets cleared of alcohol or drugs and is often accompanied by unpleasant or fatal side effects caused by withdrawal. Detoxification alone does not deal with psychological, social, and behavioral problems associated with addiction and therefore does not produce permanent behavioral changes necessary for recovery from addiction. The process of detoxification is managed with medications in an inpatient or outpatient setting, it is referred to as “medically managed withdrawal.”

Residential Treatment

The residential treatment model consists of a 6-12 week rehab based inpatient treatment followed by outpatient therapy and participation in a self-help group, such as Alcoholics Anonymous, it is important for patient to stay in outpatient treatment programs or aftercare programs for continuous recovery. Long-term residential treatment offer 24 hours care. Treatment is highly structured with activities to help patients introspect his damaging beliefs, destructive behavior and helps to adopt new behaviors to lead a drug or alcohol free life.

Individualized Counseling

Individualized substance counseling not only targets substance or alcohol use .It also addresses related issues like employment status, family/social relationships and patient’s after recovery program

Group Counseling

Group therapy is used for social reinforcement offered by peer discussion and to helps promote drug free lifestyles.

Behavioral Therapies

Behavioral treatments help patients in treatment for addiction, by providing incentives to them to remain abstinent, change their attitude and behavior towards substance, and enhance their life skills to handle stressful situations that may trigger craving for substances and prompt compulsive abuse.

12-Step Therapy

Twelve-step therapy is designed so the person becomes actively involved in 12-step self-help groups and promotes abstinence.

Family Therapy

Family Therapy targets family members who are important in patients recovery. Building communication between family members, Normalizing relationship, helping family to understand addiction as a disease, role of continuous monitoring and after care are some points which are emphasized.

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Frequently asked questions

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What is de-addiction treatment?

De-addiction treatment means treating a substance use disorder with medical care and under the guidance of trained health professional.

Can I get rid of addiction on my own?

Getting rid of addiction on your own will be very difficult for you or for anyone. Because there are going to occur withdrawal symptoms and many negative effects like frequent cravings and you need technical assistance to overcome that.

Why I need psychiatrist for addiction?

A psychiatrist will treat and guide you through the process of de-addiction treatment. Moreover, de-addiction is not a single-handed outcome. A team of healthcare professionals will lead you towards your journey to sobriety.

Do I need to opt for residential treatment programmes?

As you may be aware, the process of de-addiction involves many negative milestones like withdrawal symptoms and cravings for drugs and to go-through that can be quite stressing and painful. A residential programme will ensure that you are under medical surveillance all the time when the treatment is going on.

What are some non-pharmacologic methods of de-addiction?

The non-pharmacologic methods include talk-therapy or psychotherapy, self-help (12 step therapy programmes), Group counselling and family therapy.

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Dr. Gupta’s practice is part of Tulasi Healthcare, with centres across Delhi NCR and Noida.

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  • OPDNew Delhi Wed and Fri, 2 to 6 pm; Online Thu, 2 to 5 pm
  • New Delhi2/6, Block 2, Sarvapriya Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi 110016
  • GurugramSector 64, Golf Course Extension Road, opposite M3M URBANA, next to Shriram Millennium School, Sector 64, Gurugram, Haryana 122101
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