Need in-Patient Detox and Rehab, but I’m So Afraid?

Question by lil sammy: Need in-patient detox and rehab, but I’m so afraid?
I’ve had a drinking problem for several years. I am at the point of physical addiction where I become very anxious and sick feeling if I go too long without a drink.
I tried a private center before, but was mistreated by staff and another patient and checked out early.
During this time I developed a deep mistrust of doctors who I feel just chuck a bunch of pills at me without talking with me and giving me the help I truly want.
Can anyone tell me if they have been to a treatment facility that was nice and you were treated with respect? A place that had a caring staff that explains your treatments and helps you get the most benefit? It doesn’t matter where–I’d travel anywhere to fix this. Hell, I’d walk if I had to.
I’m starting to feel hopeless and am desperate for any advice.
Thank you very much.
Thanks everyone so far for kind answers! To clarify, the mistrust of docs has developed in the 2 years since my first rehab attempt. I’ve been given scary antidepressants and lots of sleeping pills. All of which just makes me feel crappier :(

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Answer by Tigger
There are rehab centers who will offer what you seem to be looking for. I’m sorry to hear about what happened the last time- But it’s not the first time I’ve seen such behavior in what are supposed to be professionals. Have you tried writing a letter of complaint to these people? And if you do, keep a copy for your own files in case they ‘lose’ it.

Since you have internet access, try running a Google search for addiction treatment centers and see what you find.

Good luck, Honey. I’ll be cheering for you!

Answer by “Sweet T”
Well first of all CONRATULATIONS on your decision on getting help! Im 26, I am in recovery and have over 3 years clean. I came from nothing and am now in the field of educating people. Have you been to an AA meeting in your area? There will be people that will be GLAD to give you all of the info on place near you, that they have been to.
I was also afraid. When I look back, I remember I almost backed out at the last minute, but my mom pushed me. I wanted to get better but was so scared. I promise you that it will be something that you will be greatful you did.
As far as the docs pushing drugs on you, when you are detoxing, they may give you mild blood pressure meds, and something lite to help you sleep, but it depends on where you go. When I went it was all drug free, and they just watched you “dt” for a week, and only gave meds in extreme cases. You get lots of rest for that week, than you moved over to the “rehab” side of the building for daily groups, and go out for meetings. I had a great expeirence, you share a bond with people, I still have a couple of close friends that I came out of there with.
Also, Alcohol is the most dangerous to “dt” from, in that case you may want to be a little more open to meds if they are required.
Best of luck!!!

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