Dr. Mohammad founder
of Malibuhorizon

Why Malibu Horizon Is Different From Other Programs

“Our addiction treatment program is based on a medical model, addressing addiction as a brain disease with both genetic (biological) and environmental (psycho-social) risk factors.

“Most of the people who run Drug and Alcohol Treatment facilities are themselves “in recovery.” In their desire to help others, they cobble together an Alcohol rehab or drug treatment program based on what worked for them, or what they’ve seen others do. We wouldn’t dream of using the 12 Steps to treat diabetes or heart disease, yet most Drug and Alcohol Treatment facilities claim recovery is impossible without these steps! Just imagine if hundreds of clinics across the country, each offered a different treatment for the common cold!

MEDICAL DETOX

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Medical detoxification (detox) is the metabolic process by which the toxic qualities of a drug or poison are eliminated by the body. Medical detox is also a medically supervised program of treatment for drug and alcohol addiction during which the body rids itself of the remnants of toxic chemical compounds remaining in the system after a long period of abusing any mind-altering substance. Detox from drugs and alcohol is the first step in the treatment process toward recovery from drug addiction and alcoholism. Drug and detox is a serious matter, which is why most prescription labels carry the warning to not stop taking the medication without consulting your physician.

In all likelihood your body is exhausted from using drugs and/or alcohol. Your system has attempted to continue working despite all the poisons you have used to get high. Even if you have only been abusing prescription medications, in high doses and concentrated amounts they can be extremely toxic to your system. That is the reason that why the detox process is very important. Detoxification is a medically supervised procedure allowing your body to rid itself of all the chemical compounds and poisons that have been taking their toll on your system.

Medical detoxification is the process of allowing the body to rid itself of a drug while managing the symptoms of withdrawal. During the detox process, addicts can potentially go through a variety of withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms may include minor problems, such as anxiety, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headaches, nausea, and troubled sleeping.

The individual's specific drug of choice combined with various other factors, can possibly lead to more severe, and possibly even life threatening symptoms.

Following detoxification, your body has the opportunity to begin the of treatment process with a healthier system and a clear mind. Your chances of successfully completing a program of treatment will now be significantly increased. Medical supervision is provided in order to ensure that our patients are treated as comfortably and effectively as possible. Recovery occurs by dealing with the physical and psychological aspects of dependency. Medical detox addresses only the physical element of addiction.

For more information or to find out if you or someone you know is a candidate for one of our outpatient treatment programs, please call us at 818.879.9018 or email us at: lvbehavioral@sbcglobal.net

If you’d like more information about Dr. Mohammad, or Malibu Horizon’s services, treatment programs, or facilities, please call (877) 338-6964 or E-mail Dr. Mohammad at: lvbehavioral@sbcglobal.net

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