Drug Detox & Addiction Treatment Services Near South Windham, ME

Drug detox and addiction treatment looks different for each individual, as what works for one person isn’t necessarily successful for another. Thus, multiple levels and types of care are available. 

Within 50 miles of South Windham, ME, the following number and levels of care are available:(1)

• 64 outpatient facilities
• 9 residential providers
• 18 intensive outpatient programs (IOPs)
• 2 residential detoxification facilities
• 60 telehealth providers

Disorders & Addictions Treated at Our Treatment Facility

Once the body develops dependence on a substance, individuals typically experience withdrawal symptoms when they significantly curtail or stop substance use. Without medical care and monitoring, withdrawal from some substances can be dangerous. Thus, medically managed detox ensures patients are safe and as comfortable as possible during withdrawal. Following detox, clients typically transition to residential and/or IOP care. 

Pine Tree Recovery Center offers medical detox and treatment services for disorders related to a host of addictive substances, including:

• Alcohol
• Opioids 
• Stimulants
• Benzodiazepines
• Other prescription drugs

Prescription Drug Detox

Commonly misused prescription drugs include painkillers, stimulants, depressants, and opioids. The symptoms associated with prescription drug withdrawal vary depending on the medication. As such, detox and treatment for prescription drug addiction vary according to a host of factors, including the substance used as well as the duration and severity of use, frequency of use, and various personal factors. 

Alcohol Detox

More than 29.5 million Americans aged 12 and older experienced an alcohol use disorder in the past year, according to insights from the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH).(2)

Alcohol withdrawal symptoms include:(3)

• Elevated blood pressure
• Sweating
• Dilated pupils
• Disorientation
• Anxiety
• Hallucinations
• Nausea
• Seizures

Alcohol withdrawal can also lead to a potentially life-threatening condition known as delirium tremens, which is marked by severe withdrawal symptoms, including tremors, hallucinations, confusion, heart complications, and seizures.(3) Without clinical supervision, alcohol withdrawal can be deadly.

Medically managed alcohol detox near South Windham, ME, and elsewhere typically involves 24/7 care that includes supervision and medications to ease withdrawal symptoms. 

Opioid Detox

Opioids are highly addictive substances that can lead to the development of opioid use disorder. South Windham and other cities in Main, have been heavily impacted by the opioid crisis.

Opioid withdrawal symptoms can include:(4,5)

• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
• Anxiety
• Increased body temperature
• Sweating, chills
• Racing heart rate
• Muscle and bone pain
• Insomnia
• High blood pressure

Although these symptoms alone usually aren’t fatal, they can be extremely uncomfortable, often prompting people to relapse simply to relieve the discomfort. Our comprehensive opioid detox program helps to minimize symptoms, providing 24/7 support and monitoring, medications, and supportive measures as necessary. 

Stimulant Detox

Commonly misused stimulants include: 

• Amphetamines
• Methamphetamine
• Methylphenidate (e.g., Ritalin)
• Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine (e.g., Adderall)
• MDMA (Ecstasy)
• Cocaine (and crack cocaine)

Stimulant withdrawal symptoms include depression, irritability, muscle aches, and increased appetite and sleeping. However, some individuals can also become distressed and agitated during withdrawal and can develop psychotic symptoms such as paranoia, disordered thoughts, and hallucinations. As such, they may be at risk for harming themselves or others.(6)

So while stimulant withdrawal isn’t often life-threatening, medical detox for stimulants is typically recommended to ensure patient safety.

Benzodiazepine Detox

Benzodiazepines are a type of central nervous system (CNS) depressant often used to treat anxiety, panic, muscle spasms, and seizures. Benzo withdrawal symptoms can include:(7)

• Insomnia
• Anxiety
• Nausea, vomiting
• Transient visual, tactile, and/or auditory hallucinations
• Psychomotor agitation
• Hand tremors
• Grand mal seizures
• Involuntary nervous system hyperactivity (e.g., increased sweating, body temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure)

Sometimes, seizures and delirium can also present with benzo withdrawal and can be fatal in some instances. Thus, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) recommends medically supervised detox during benzo withdrawal.(8) At Pine Tree Recovery Center, our benzodiazepine detox program provides ongoing medical monitoring and support 24/7.

Synthetic Drug Detox

Intended to mimic the effects of other substances, synthetic drugs are typically made in a lab. Commonly misused synthetic substances include Spice and K2, which are types of synthetic cannabinoids, and bath salts and flakka, which are synthetic cathinones. Since detox for synthetic substances varies according to each substance and its effects, Pine Tree Recovery Center offers a comprehensive detox and treatment program tailored to the unique needs of each individual.

Our Levels of Care for Substance Use Recovery

At Pine Tree Recovery Center, a Cumberland County drug and alcohol rehab center located less than 9 miles from South Windham, we offer various levels of care for those seeking substance use treatment. 

Levels of care offered at Pine Tree Recovery include: 

• Crisis Intervention 
• Medical Detoxification 
• Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
• Case Management
• Aftercare Planning
• Relapse Prevention Training 

Substance Use Treatment Therapies

In addition to our detox program, we offer a variety of addiction treatment and drug rehab options for those residing in the Cumberland County area. 

Our substance use treatment options at Pine Tree Recovery Center include: 

• Family Therapy 
• Group Therapy
• Individualized Therapy
• Trauma Therapy  
• Holistic Healing Therapies
• Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
• Dual Diagnosis Treatment 
• Relapse Prevention Training
• Case Management 

Drug & Alcohol Use Statistics in South Windham, ME

Stats regarding drug use and substance use disorders in South Windham, ME, are similar to those within the rest of the state. The 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH)  provides several Maine-specific stats for those 12 and older:(9)

• More 200,000 people had a substance use disorder in the past year.
• Roughly 25,000 had an opioid use disorder.
• Approximately 124,000 had an alcohol use disorder. 
• A total of 212,000 people reported binge drinking, and 241,000 people used an illicit drug in the past month.

Additionally, information from the Maine Monthly Overdose Report shows that the state experienced 10,573 total overdoses in 2022, including 714 confirmed and suspected fatal overdoses and 9,859 nonfatal overdoses.(10)

What to Look for in a Local Addiction Treatment Center Near South Windham

There are several things to consider when determining which Cumberland County drug and alcohol rehab center would be best for your treatment needs. Different facilities may offer various levels of care, making facility selection even more confusing.  

However, the following key questions can help you identify quality providers: 

• Do you provide medical detox services?
• Do your programs use evidence-based therapies?
• Are your treatment plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual?
• Do your programs also address co-occurring mental health disorders, such as depression and anxiety?
• Are loved ones encouraged to participate in my treatment?
• Do you provide relapse prevention strategies and aftercare planning?
• Are your rehab programs accredited by a recognized organization such as The Joint Commission and licensed to operate in Maine?
• Does your center employ qualified and experienced staff, including medical professionals and therapists?
• Does your center accept my insurance or offer other coverage options, such as private pay?
• Is the admissions process easy, and do you verify my insurance benefits? 

Staff at Pine Tree Recovery Center can easily answer “yes” to each of these questions. However, these are important qualities you should expect of any substance use disorder treatment program. 

Why Choose Pine Tree Recovery Center for Your Recovery?

Pine Tree Recovery Center  is dedicated to providing the most comprehensive and individualized care available. Because no two experiences with addiction are the same, no two treatment journeys should be identical. Our dedication to evidence-based, individualized care is one of the main reasons why our Maine rehab center stands out. 

Offering a serene, homelike environment, Pine Tree Recovery Center also delivers expert medical care and supervision provided by licensed healthcare providers with years of experience in drug and alcohol use disorders. The result is a truly unique and highly effective addiction and detox center near South Windham, ME.

Additionally, our admissions process is as straightforward as possible. Admissions advisors can not only answer your questions and discuss treatment options but also verify your insurance benefits and/or explore other payment options. Reach out now for a free, confidential, and no-obligations call, and take your first step toward long-term recovery today.