There is always an air of mystery that surrounds drugs. Some of this mystery comes from people spreading myths about drugs that they know nothing about. Unfortunately, this lack of knowledge makes it difficult for people to protect themselves against drugs. Below are a few myths that everyone should know. At Crestview Recovery, we help you learn more about drug myths and offer options for treatment such as holistic drug rehab and residential treatment. If you are struggling with drug addiction, reach out to a treatment center today.
Illegal Drugs Are Bad, Prescription Drugs Are Good
Some people mistakenly think that prescription drugs are good because they aren’t illegal. However, it does not matter if the drug is legal or illegal because people can still abuse it. In fact, prescription drug and opioid abuse are on the rise in the United States. These kinds of myths about drugs create a false sense of security that leads people into addiction unknowingly. If you are struggling with prescription drug abuse, contact Crestview Recovery to learn more about our opioid addiction rehab program.
Addiction Is a Moral Failure Within the User
Some people think that drug addiction within an individual is a moral failure or a character flaw. However, no single factor leads to addiction. Several factors increase people’s chances of falling victim to the disease, including:
- A person’s environment
- Their genetics
- Past trauma
- Underlying psychological issues
- Social interactions with others
People With Addiction Are Easy to Spot
A lot of websites provide signs and symptoms for spotting people with addiction. This leads many people to believe that detecting addiction in loved ones is easy. However, some people are better at hiding the disease than others. Unfortunately, many of the signs that point to someone having an addiction are circumstantial.
Drug Use Isn’t a Concern After Rehab
Some people think that once they finish addiction treatment at a rehab center, they no longer have to worry about psychological dependence and drug use. In reality, everyone who recovers from addiction needs to worry about relapse. The battle to stay sober is an ongoing process, but seeking help from a rehab center can make it easier. Additionally, many rehab centers offer aftercare programs and alumni programs to help you stay on track and avoid relapse after treatment.
People Who Function Normally on Drugs Don’t Have an Addiction
It is also common to believe that if an individual can function normally, they do not have a drug use problem. However, some people build up such a tolerance to drugs that they can function on them. Despite functioning semi-normally, they still have a substance use disorder and will need to seek help from a treatment center.
Learn More Myths About Drugs and How to Recover From Addiction
At Crestview Recovery, we know that there are many myths about drugs. We work hard with our clients to bust these myths and teach them how to overcome addiction. Our rehab center in Portland, Oregon offers several fantastic programs, which we help tailor specifically for each client. Some of the addiction treatment programs that we offer include:
- Residential treatment program
- Intensive outpatient treatment program (IOP)
- Aftercare program
- Dual diagnosis treatment program
Remember that you do not have to learn about drug addiction alone. A professional addiction treatment center like Crestview Recovery is here to answer any of your questions and to guide you through the recovery process. Ask us about other myths about drugs to protect yourself from addiction. Call us today at 866.262.0531 and let us teach you everything that you need to know about substance abuse treatment and recovery.
Since 2016, Dr. Merle Williamson, a graduate of Oregon Health Sciences University, has been the Medical Director at Crestview Recovery, bringing a rich background in addiction medicine from his time at Hazelden Treatment Center. He oversees outpatient drug and alcohol treatments, providing medical care, setting policies, detox protocols, and quality assurance measures. Before specializing in addiction medicine, he spent 25 years in anesthesiology, serving as Chair of Hospital Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and Chief of Anesthesia at Kaiser Permanente. This experience gives him a unique perspective on treating prescription drug addiction.
