drug addiction

tulsa oklahoma

Drug addiction can often

seem like a never-ending cycle with no clear path to escape. Some days, you might feel determined to overcome your addiction, but on others, you may lose all hope.

You might find yourself in an environment where some people encourage you to keep using, while your friends and family become increasingly frustrated and unsure of how to assist you.

These conflicting messages can be confusing, and it can feel like the drugs have the upper hand. Deep down, you desire a way out, but you may be uncertain about the steps to take to reach that point.

are you experiencing?

  • Finding that you need more of a drug to achieve the same high?

  • Using drugs to alleviate withdrawal symptoms?

  • Prioritizing drug use over relationships and responsibilities?

  • Struggling to control your drug use?

  • Avoiding activities you once enjoyed due to drug use?

  • Continuing to use despite experiencing unusual symptoms like depression, paranoia, mood swings, memory loss, or illness?

  • Using drugs in risky situations (e.g., unprotected sex, driving under the influence, using unclean needles)?

  • Facing legal problems due to your drug use?

When you first started

it might have seemed like it was just an occasional thing or reserved for specific situations. The drug you experimented with may not have appeared very harmful, and you might have heard it wasn't addictive.

Over time, though, you began to experience cravings, and you found yourself needing more or seeking something stronger to achieve the same high. Before you knew it, you were using more frequently than you initially intended, and it became challenging to function in your everyday life without it.

You began to feel like you were losing control, yet you didn't know how to halt the rapid course your life was taking. This likely wasn't how you envisioned your life unfolding.

Your friends and family have probably

attempted to assist you in various ways that they believed would resonate with you. They might have expressed anger, shared your tears, or even chosen to distance themselves from you, among other reactions. It's possible they don't fully comprehend that addiction can be overpowering and that one cannot simply decide to quit using drugs.

Addiction can exert a powerful grip, and for many individuals, breaking free from drug use requires substantial treatment and support.

 

At Exhale, our experts are here to assist

you in breaking free from the cycle of drug addiction. We understand that the path to recovery may be challenging and lengthy, but you don't have to face it alone. Together, we will collaborate to develop healthy ways to cope with life's challenges, address underlying issues that may have contributed to your drug use, and identify and address potential risks and vulnerabilities you may encounter in the future. Drug addiction can create complex situations and relationships, and we are here to help you untangle those threads and find a path toward healing and a brighter future.

Together, we will nurture and heal your mind and body, guiding you towards breaking free from addiction, even when it feels insurmountable. We recognize that you need support and assistance throughout this process, and we are here to provide that in a safe, nonjudgmental, and comfortable environment.