Addictive Disorders
If you have an addictive disorder, it is important you access resources, education and clinical support to help you on the road to recovery.
When we think of addiction – alcohol and other drugs immediately come to mind. Substance abuse isn’t the only form of an addictive disorder. Common destructive habits include substances and non-substances, or behavioural:
- Alcohol
- Tobacco
- Gambling
- Opioids (heroin, oxycodone, morphine, or codeine)
- Other prescription painkillers
- Central nervous system (CNS) depressants (sedatives, hypnotics, or anxiolytics)
- Amphetamines (crystal methamphetamine or MDMA)
- Cocaine
- Marijuana
- Sex
- Food and eating
- Internet
- Mobile phone/social media
- Video gaming
There are many reasons why people engage in substance misuse and other unhealthy behaviour. For many sufferers of addiction, using drugs and alcohol becomes a learned way of coping with their issues, instead of reaching out to someone or seeking a healthy solution to manage grief.
Inpatient treatment
Our hospital offers treatment of addiction and mental health issues that often go hand-in-hand.
We provide relapse prevention and lifestyle management strategies, and discuss the skills, techniques and strategies needed to understand and manage dependency disorders.
Our specialised treatment for addiction addresses the root causes of the disease, including:
- Low self-esteem
- Anger
- Sadness
- Guilt/shame
- Abuse or trauma
- Abandonment (emotional or physical)
Contact and more information
Contact our hospital intake coordinator on 1800 965 095 or email kvl.groups@aurorahealth.com.au to discuss health fund or self-pay options.