Medication Addiction Treatment Olsztyn

At Our Office we provide comfortable conditions for people fighting medication addiction. We understand how difficult the path out of addiction is, which is why we have created a space where every Patient can feel free, surrounded by professional care and support. A qualified team of doctors and therapists, modern equipment, and an individual approach guarantee effective therapy and full support at every stage of treatment.

Safety and Comfort

At Our Office, the safety and comfort of our Patients is a priority. We provide a friendly, supportive environment that promotes the recovery process. We ensure that everyone feels safe and free, which is very important in the therapy process.

Professional Staff

Our team consists of qualified specialists with many years of experience working with addicted individuals. We focus on the continuous professional development of our staff to ensure the highest standard of care.

Proven Therapeutic Programmes

We use proven therapeutic programmes based on best practices and scientific research. Our approach combines various therapeutic methods, including addiction psychotherapy, which allows for effective help in treating addiction.

Safe Detoxification Conditions

Our Office is equipped with modern medical equipment and has specialised staff who monitor the health status of Patients during detox. This ensures not only comfort but also safety, which are necessary during substance withdrawal.

Medication addiction, like other forms of addiction, is a complex problem encompassing both the physical and psychological sphere. It can develop as a result of long-term medication use, especially those with pain-relieving, calming, or sleep-inducing effects, and is the result of complex mechanisms that gradually affect the behaviour and health of the person affected by this problem. For effective diagnosis of medication addiction, it is necessary to recognise characteristic symptoms and circumstances accompanying medication use. Below are several key elements of diagnosis:

1. Physical and Psychological Symptoms

An addicted person often needs to take increasingly higher doses of the medication to achieve the same effect as at the beginning of use. After discontinuing the substance or reducing the dose, withdrawal symptoms may appear, such as anxiety, irritability, muscle pain, or even seizures. Chronic medication use can lead to psychological problems such as depression, mood disorders, or neurosis.

2. Changes in Behaviour and Social Relations

Addicted individuals may withdraw from social life, often avoiding conversations about their behaviour. Obtaining and taking the medication becomes a priority, which can lead to neglecting professional, family duties, and hobbies. Addicted individuals often hide the fact of medication use from their surroundings, may lie or manipulate others to gain access to higher doses.

3. Loss of Control Over Use

The medication addict loses control over the amount and frequency of medication taken, even if they are aware that its use causes negative consequences. They may attempt to limit or stop medication use, but most often these end in failure due to severe withdrawal symptoms or lack of support.

4. Impact on Physical and Mental Health

Chronic medication use leads to changes in the body, such as liver and kidney damage, cardiological problems, and weakening of the immune system. Medication addiction increases the risk of mental illness and personality disorders, which make functioning in daily life difficult. Addicted individuals, especially when tolerance develops, are at risk of overdose, which can lead to serious health consequences or even death.

Seeking help for medication addiction treatment is the first and most important step towards recovery. Excessive medication consumption can lead to serious health problems, including organ damage or even death. Addiction treatment aims to safely and permanently discontinue the substance, helping to avoid the negative consequences of addiction.

Medication addiction is often associated with psychological problems such as neurosis, depression, or anxiety states. A specialist's help may be necessary to cope with these conditions. Participation in support groups and therapeutic programmes can help in building relationships and finding support from other people with similar experiences.

People who undertake treatment often notice a significant improvement in quality of life. Through therapy, they can better cope with daily challenges and improve relationships with loved ones and surroundings. Medication addiction therapy at Our Office provides tools and strategies that can help avoid relapses and build healthy life habits. For people struggling with other addictions, we also offer alcoholism treatment.

Opioids

Morphine, oxycodone, fentanyl, or codeine are strong pain medications used in pain therapy, especially in chronic or post-operative cases. They have a high addictive potential that can develop even with short-term use. The mechanism of action of these substances is based on binding to the reward centre in the brain. Long-term use can lead to tolerance, which in turn increases the medication dose, and consequently the risk of addiction.

Benzodiazepines

Substances such as diazepam, alprazolam, and lorazepam are often used in treating anxiety, insomnia, and panic disorders. Although they are effective in treatment, their uncontrolled use can lead to addiction development. After discontinuing use, withdrawal symptoms may appear, which additionally makes it difficult to stop using them.

Stimulants

Stimulants such as amphetamine and methylphenidate are used in treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Although they can be effective in controlling ADHD symptoms, abuse of these substances, especially to improve performance or concentration, creates a high risk of addiction. They work by increasing dopamine levels in the brain, which leads to feelings of energy and euphoria, but can also cause serious side effects, including heart and mental health problems.