When an individual is detoxing from prescription drugs, the process is extraordinarily uncomfortable and can lead to serious health-related difficulties if not overseen by a team of medical professionals. In the majority of the cases, psychological and physical cases overlap. The withdrawal journey is unique for each individual and prescription drug. When any form of the substance is addictive, it alters the way the brain processes and manages emotions. Therefore, it will interfere with the brain’s reward center and pleasure, resulting in dependency and cravings.

Common Prescription Drug Withdrawal Symptoms Include:

• Tremors
• Headaches
• Fever
• Anxiety, Depression
• Insomnia
• Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
• Paranoia, hallucinations, and delusions 
• Profuse sweating, and chills

Each withdrawal symptom will be different depending on the drug that was taken. For example, if an individual abused stimulants, the more likely effects are sleep-related issues such as extreme fatigue, nausea and stomach cramps, and depression. An individual suffering from an opioid narcotic will experience symptoms that resemble the severe flu, ranging from headache, runny nose, chills, body aches, fever, and gastrointestinal issues.  

Individuals who suffer from depressants have the highest risk of serious complications resulting from withdrawal and can experience seizures and even a coma if not medically monitored 24/7.

Once detox is completed at Makana Path, the next step in their recovery treatment is primary residential treatment. The two programs offered are BRC Recovery and a sober living program such as Segue Recovery Support. Each client is unique, presenting different goals and backgrounds.

Case Management

We don’t expect our clients to do it on their own because the path towards a lasting recovery is unique for each individual. Our blueprint contains what a client needs to maintain and attain sobriety. Each client will be paired with a committed case manager who will serve as their main point of contact and make sure their recovery is on track. The case manager and the client relationship is noteworthy and empowering. The pair will work together to finalize the next steps of detox completion. 

The process of detox will be overwhelming and unknown for the clients and their families. The goal is to use the case manager as a valuable asset. The client will be able to remove any uncertain feelings the client may experience, by granting them the care they deserve and helping them stay on track. Particular responsibilities consist of a few distinct elements.

• Coordinating treatment with Makana Path medical and clinical staff
• Planning for aftercare
• Serving as a primary point of contact for family members
• Ensuring that the client is receiving a sufficient combination of holistic, clinical, and spiritual programming

The client should utilize the resources the case manager provides because they will serve as allies and advocates. There will be peace of mind granted to the individual suffering knowing that their case manager is on their side wanting the best life for them.

Aftercare Planning

We believe in community-driven treatment as the cornerstone of the Makana Path and BRC Recovery philosophy. Our primary goal is for our clients to create lasting friendships with staff in our community and their peers. It is essential to the client’s well-being to continue to nurture those relationships during detox and after. 

Our Makana Path alumni program allows friends and families to stay connected with each other from BRC Recovery. The clients will be allowed to participate in monthly speaker series, weekly meetings, workshops, annual events, and volunteering opportunities.

Our mission is to provide ongoing opportunities for clients to stay connected and engaged in recovery. The client will be a part of the family once they have joined the Makana Path Alumni Program. We want our alumni to continue being active in providing continuous opportunities for alumni to stay occupied and connected.