Alcohol dependence is one of the most prevalent addictions in the world especially when you take into consideration it is legal to purchase and is available almost everywhere. In addition to being “socially acceptable”, alcohol is not looked at as a drug although the long term health effects of alcohol can cause a multitude of mental, physical and social consequences.

Individuals suffering from alcohol dependence often feel shame around this and can have a difficult time reaching out for help, but help is available.

Alcohol withdrawal is a potentially life-threatening situation that must be treated in a medically supervised setting. Discontinuation of alcohol is not often recognized as being potentially lethal, but it is.

Individuals dependent on alcohol who stop use can experience:

• DT's
• Auditory / Visual hallucinations
• Tremors, convulsions
• Profuse sweating
• Elevated heart rates and blood pressure
• Anxiety
• Insomnia
• Confusion, at times extreme
• Seizures

Scottsdale Detox Center provides a safe, medically-supervised detox from alcohol, focused on managing symptoms of withdrawal in a safe and comfortable environment.

Our medical team can ensure that withdrawal symptoms are safely managed as well as assist with the resources needed for ongoing recovery from alcohol dependence. Through state-of-the-art medical intervention, we are committed to our patients’ safe and compassionate treatment while inpatient as well as discharge planning to ensure an optimal chance of successful and lasting recovery.