Sleeping Pills Addiction Treatment

Sleeping pills addiction can be a deadly condition, but if you are committed to change, there is treatment available. To be effective long-term, treatment must focus on all the different aspects of the condition, from physical dependency to the underlying reasons for sleeping pills use. At Banbury Lodge, our treatment for prescription drug addiction is made up of three equally important phases and can help you overcome dependencies on various sleeping pills.

As well as older sleeping pills like benzodiazepines, Banbury Lodge provides treatment for a number of Z-drugs which can be very addictive if misused:

Sleeping pills detox is the critical first phase of treatment but can also be the scariest. You may have tried to detox before at home and experienced withdrawal symptoms, which have caused you to start taking sleeping pills again.

Where sleeping pills detox at Banbury Lodge is different is that you will withdraw from the medicine with the guidance and support of our medical team. They will keep you safe and help you get through sleeping pill withdrawal safely. Sleeping pills detox starts with a full medical assessment, a personalised detox plan and then round-the-clock observation and assistance until all the drugs have left your body and you are no longer physically dependent.

Sleeping pill withdrawal can be challenging as it produces various symptoms that can make quitting very difficult. However, with the guidance of our doctors and our nurses and possibly medicinal support, you will be able to get through this process as easily as possible. Common sleeping pill withdrawal symptoms include:

• Reemerging insomnia
• Anxiety, mood swings and depression
• Headaches, muscle aches, tiredness and nausea
• Sweating
• Increase heart rate
• Tremors and seizures (only in the very worst cases and manageable with medication)

Detoxing from sleeping pills can be different for everyone, but here’s a general idea of what you might expect:

First two days

Straight away, you may start feeling anxious and restless and have trouble sleeping as your body misses the effects of the pills.

Days three and four

This is usually the toughest part. Your heart might race, you could sweat a lot, have the shakes and feel even more anxious than before.

The rest of week one

By the end of the first week, the worst physical symptoms should start to ease up, but you might still feel anxious, have mood swings and crave sleeping pills for a few days.

Week 2 onwards

The really bad symptoms usually calm down, but some residual withdrawal symptoms can last for weeks or even months. This can be really tough and might make you want to go back to sleeping pills, but our detox team will provide ongoing support if needed.

Rehab for sleeping pills takes up where prescription drug detox left off to treat the mental and emotional issues that both cause and result from drug use. Both detox and sleeping pills rehab are provided on an inpatient basis at Banbury Lodge so you can get away from the stress and responsibilities of normal life and throw yourself fully into treatment. This is generally considered to be more effective than outpatient treatment and allows us to plan a full schedule which keeps you busy and engaged.

Banbury Lodge’s sleeping pill rehab programme is designed to uncover and unpick all of the events in your life that have led you to drug use. This is done through a mixture of different therapies, including:

Individual counselling

These are one-to-one sessions with a therapist to discover why you became dependent on sleeping pills. This is a fantastic chance to learn more about yourself and to discuss healthier ways to manage stress and sleep issues.

Group therapy

Being part of group therapy means sharing your experiences with others who are on the same discovery and healing journey. These sessions offer support, empathy and practical advice from people who really get what you are going through.

Behavioural therapies

Techniques like DBT (dialectical behaviour therapy) and CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) are important pillar stones of sleeping pills rehab. They help you take control of your thoughts and emotions so you aren’t triggered to relapse.

Family therapy

The support of your loved ones can be the most powerful weapon in your recovery fight. Family therapy helps bring you all together, encourages forgiveness and understanding and gives your family advice on how they can help you both during and after sleeping pills rehab.

Holistic therapies

Activities like art therapy, yoga and guided meditation are just as important as traditional therapies. They provide creative and relaxing ways to express your feelings and manage stress in a healthy environment.

As you get ready to leave prescription drug rehab, you will work with your recovery team to create your relapse prevention plan. This plan will include everything you need to begin your new sober life confidently. Some key aspects of the plan will include:

Trigger management

Together, we will discuss the people, emotions and places that make you want to use sleeping pills. Knowing these triggers will help you develop ways to avoid or handle them better.

Building coping skills

During your time at Banbury Lodge, you will learn different ways to manage life’s difficulties. These will help you sleep better and live a more productive, stress-free life, so you don’t need to rely on sleeping pills.

Creating a support network

It’s really important to have people who get what you’re going through so you can lean on them during difficult moments. We’ll help you connect with local support groups and reconnect with loved ones who can cheer you on and support you.

Healthy lifestyle practices

Developing good habits after rehab is super important. We’ll show you how to add regular exercise, healthy eating, and self-care to your daily life to help you sleep better, stay sober, and stay healthy.

Attending aftercare

Banbury Lodge offers a one-year aftercare programme with ongoing therapy sessions. These group meetings will help you stay on track and support your long-term wellness and sobriety.

The road to recovery from sleeping pill addiction begins with a single step. Sanctuary Lodge provides complete support through detox, rehab and beyond. Contact us today and begin your journey to a whole new life.