How To Safely Recover From Klonopin Addiction 

What Klonopin Dependence Is and Its Risks

Clonazepam is a generic medicine of the brand called Klonopin and belongs to the benzodiazepine family of drugs. It is an approved medication for anxiety disorders, panic attacks, and seizure conditions. When Klonopin is taken according to the doctor's prescription, it has benefits for the body. However, if it is used for a longer period of time or in larger doses than prescribed, a person will likely become physically dependent on or addicted to Klonopin.

Physical dependence indicates that a physical adaptation has occurred within the individual's system to the sedative effect of Klonopin; therefore, when the drug is not available, the individual will experience discomfort. The person takes more and more Klonopin to achieve the same calming effects, which leads to misuse or abuse of the drug and the development of an addiction. Identifying these symptoms early on is important because it informs the individual to get professional treatment for Klonopin addiction, thereby reducing minor health risk factors while at the same time providing the individual with an opportunity for a manageable recovery process. 

Medical Detox for Klonopin Addiction Treatment

The first step typically associated with reducing a person’s usage of Klonopin is implementing a supervised withdrawal in a medical facility under the supervision of a physician, since many individuals who are coming off this drug will usually go through a very uncomfortable and possibly dangerous withdrawal experience. Some withdrawal symptoms that you will face include anxiety, sleep disturbances, shaking, and seizures. Medical personnel will help you through the medically supervised withdrawal process by utilizing a tapering protocol, which assists in gradually decreasing the amount of Klonopin being taken. This will allow your body to make the necessary adjustments to not having Klonopin in your system while experiencing as few withdrawal symptoms as possible, and provide doctors the ability to assist you with any symptoms or problems throughout the entire withdrawal process. Learn more about our Klonopin addiction treatment programs for safe and effective support. 

Counseling Process

There are various types of counseling available. One form of counseling is through individual sessions with a licensed therapist/counselor who offers you personalized assistance, and also group counseling involves sharing your story or experience with other individuals dealing with the same situation. For information on counseling and assistance with specialized therapy, please visit our Klonopin Addiction Treatment Center. 

Aftercare and Relapse Prevention Support

Klonopin addiction recovery is an ongoing process that will continue after completing the detoxification and additional addiction rehab and counseling process. Your ongoing process of recovery should include continuing aftercare to continue living a drug-free lifestyle through the utilization of group therapy or support groups, working with a therapist or multiple counselors, and living in a sober house. You will also participate in relapse prevention programs that will teach you how to identify triggers and situations that may trigger you to use Klonopin again, as well as ways to cope with stress without drugs. You will create your own individual wellness plan that includes the establishment of a support system of individuals in your life (e.g., family members, friends, and other professionals) who can assist you in making progress toward your personal recovery journey. Through these processes, you will become more confident in your ability to abstain from using Klonopin independently.