Addiction & Substance Abuse Treatment
Addiction & Substance Abuse-Recovery
Understand the issue of addiction and substance abuse. Learn its signs and symptoms and Mind Brain Institute can help you to recover from it.
Facing addiction and substance abuse is overwhelming, deeply personal, and isolating. It is something that distracts you from your goals and pushes you to ignore basic emotions and feelings, leading to being cut off from society. At Mind Brain Institute, we understand the way addiction or substance abuse distorts your life. Therefore, we know that recovery is possible.
It starts with recognizing the issue and asking for support. This is not a journey to navigate through alone. We are here to support you and walk beside you with genuine commitment, compassion, and science-backed therapies.
What is Substance Abuse?
The term substance abuse can be described as the harmful or excessive use of psychoactive substances that is detrimental to self or society. These could include things such as alcohol, illicit drugs and prescription medications. The detrimental effects of substance abuse can lead an individual to physical or psychological dependence. India is witnessing a significant increase in substance use. As per the National Survey on Extent and Pattern of Substance Use in India (2019) the percentage of people (ages 10-75) subjected to substance use are as follows:
| Substance | Percentage | In Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 14.6% | 16 crore individuals |
| Cannabis | 2.8% | 3.1 crore individuals |
| Opioids | 2.06% | 2.26 crore individuals |
Why is treatment Necessary?
If the issue of addiction or substance abuse is ignored, it can lead to the deterioration of the health of individuals physically and mentally. It can increase the possibility of mental health conditions such as anxiety, social isolation, depression, and even loss of livelihood. Addiction is a chronic condition, however, it does not mean you lack willpower. Therefore, be assured that well-designed clinical care along with behavioral therapy and long-term support can help you to take your life back.
Signs and Symptoms of Substance Abuse
Identify the initial signs that can make a difference. Common indicators of addiction and substance abuse can be physical as well as behavioral:
Physical Symptoms
- Needle marks on body parts
- Shaking body parts
- Insomnia or lack of sleep
- Lethargic feelings
- Increased guilt or worthlessness
- Glazed eyes
- Slow walking due to poor loco-motor coordination
- Nausea, vomiting or excessive sweating
- Changes in appetite
- Extreme hyperactivity, irregular heartbeat
If you see a trend of these symptoms on a day-to-day basis, you must seek help.
Behavioral Symptoms
- Change in overall personality
- Paranoia
- Chronic dishonesty
- Lethargic feelings
- Lack of motivation, energy, or self-fatigue
- Depression, mood swings, irritability
- Low performance in work, or schools
- Complaints of sore jaw
- Social isolation
- Failed attempts to quit or cut down
If you see a trend of these symptoms on a day-to-day basis, you must seek help.
How We Help You at Mind Brain Institute
At Mind Brain Institute, we follow a non-judgemental and neuroscience-based approach to recovering from addiction. We make sure that the process of treatment is confidential, personalized, and supported by advanced technologies.
HRV Biofeedback Therapy
Using this therapy, patients can promote relaxation and have better emotional control by regulating their autonomic nervous system. This helps in reducing withdrawal-related stress and anxiety.
Neurofeedback Therapy
This is a brain training technique that is non-invasive in nature and targets dysfunctional brainwave patterns associated with addiction, anxiety, and depression. It helps to manage long-term behavioral change and self-regulation.
Psychiatric Counseling & CBT
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidenced-based method used by counselors at Mind Brain Institute to support patients in identifying triggers, re-framing negative thoughts, and building better coping mechanisms.
Our Treatment Process
Recovery from addiction is not the process that is the same for all. Therefore, we design the process to make every step convenient and tailored to your needs:
The process starts with a thorough psychiatric and physical evaluation. The aim here is to understand the level of addiction and its subsequent conditions like anxiety and depression.
If the individual with case of severe substance abuse, we coordinate with reputed detox centers for safe medical detoxification before starting the behavioral therapies.
Considering the convenience and physical as well as mental condition of an individual, we create a personalized treatment plan once the process of detoxification is done. It involves therapies like HRV biofeedback, psychotherapy, neurofeedback, and support from family.
Once the treatment process is done, we offer ongoing therapy accompanied by stress management tools and monitor patients to prevent relapse. We not only aim for recovery but also long-term mental wellness.
How Do We Help You?
Treatment for PTSD at Mind Brain Institute is comprised of advanced, science-backed non-invasive therapies which have proven to be effective and safe as per your unique brain patterns:
Neurofeedback Therapy
This therapy helps your brain "relearn" healthy habits. Through immediate feedback, you become increasingly responsible for your emotional and mental reactions, bringing balance and peace.
HRV Biofeedback
HRV (Heart Rate Variability) Biofeedback conditions your mind and body to better deal with stress. It maximizes your ability to deal with anxiety, fear, and panic through an optimal heart-brain interface.
QEEG Brain Mapping
We perform a Quantitative Electroencephalogram (QEEG) before treatment to familiarize ourselves with your brain function. To design a specific treatment plan, this brain map locates pathological patterns of activity that can lead to PTSD symptoms.
TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) Therapy
This non-invasive treatment has been found to be really effective in breaking free from PTSD. In TMS, mild magnetic pulses are used to stimulate brain areas related to trauma and mood.
Ketamine-Assisted Therapy
A well-administered doses of ketamine under medical supervision ease emotional distress and enhances brain plasticity, eventually leading to a reduction in PTSD symptoms. The effect increases when combined with therapy.
Medical Yoga & Sound Healing
Our medical yoga and Tibetan sound healing sessions are designed to help you reduce anxiety, calm the nervous system, and create a divine connection between your mind and body. Both these activities will be an essential part of your recovery.
FAQs
Yes. Addiction has been identified as a chronic mental illness that alters brain structure and behavior. It frequently exists along with other illnesses such as depression or anxiety.
Therapy, in conjunction with neurofeedback and lifestyle modifications, can be very successful for mild to moderate addiction. For severe addiction, medical detox might first be required.
It depends on the patient. The majority of patients are best served with 3–6 months of routine therapy, complemented by continued aftercare.
Yes, we do encourage family involvement as it greatly enhances results and gives moral support.