How the Stress of Sales Leads to Substance Abuse
Commissions and Substance Abuse
Substance abuse is not just about illicit drugs.
It can include illicit drugs, alcohol, prescriptions, and many other substances.
The day to day stress to make the sale, be on top, always be closing is never ending.
Sales and commission based jobs put pressure on you to always perform with no let up.
If you do let up, you get punished.
It will be a lower income, dropping down the monthly numbers list or a visit by the manager to give you the “pep talk”.
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Drug Abuse
Addiction can occur in a variety of substance abuse situations.
This is one reason why it is important to follow prescriptions and be cautious when using other substances.
Substance abuse is often a step before addiction.
Many individuals with substance abuse issues have the chance to change these unhealthy behaviors.
Over time, abusing substances can change your behaviors and how your body works.
Seeking treatment early can help prevent more harmful conditions down the road.
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Substance Abuse and Prescription Drugs
Substance abuse can occur in both illicit drugs and prescription ones.
Prescription drugs are often as dangerous and addictive as illicit ones. Opioid pain relievers are some of the most abused prescription drugs.
Cough medicines, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder prescriptions, and anxiety medications are also common.
Medicines like these are abused in a few different ways. To stay safe, follow your doctor’s instructions for your prescriptions.
And do not take medications prescribed for someone else. What works for someone else may not work the same way for you.
Substance abuse also occurs when you take extra doses or otherwise misuse drugs. One example might be taking the drug for a non-medical reason.
The short-term effects may feel beneficial; the long-term effects can be very damaging. Over time, tolerance and addiction may follow.
This is particularly true when more than one substance is involved. This scenario also increases the likelihood of an overdose.
Drug Overdoses
Drug overdoses killed more than 63,000 Americans in 2016. The majority of drug overdoses are accidental.
The addictive qualities and brain-altering effects of many drugs make them extremely dangerous. Additionally, illicit drugs are often laced with other substances.
This is often done without the user’s knowledge. When drugs are laced, the risk increases. This includes the risk of overdose, as well as many other complications.
When appropriately treated, substance abuse can be overcome before lasting damage occurs.
Alcohol Abuse
Alcohol abuse is often hard to recognize. Alcohol is a normalized substance that affects everyone in different ways.
This is one reason why so many alcohol-related conditions go untreated. This also makes it a particularly troubling substance abuse category.
Frequent alcohol abuse increases your risk of an injury or accident dramatically.
But these short-term risks are just the start. Heavy, long-term drinking can lead to liver disease and other serious health conditions.
It is best to seek treatment at the first sign of trouble. But how do you know if you are abusing alcohol? Millions of people drink socially without developing an addiction.
It is not always easy to predict an addiction. Heavy drinking is an indicator we are often left to rely on. This is generally defined according to gender.
For men, it is any more than four drinks in one day or more than 14 in a week. For women, it would be three drinks in one day or more than seven in a week.
Excessive alcohol use killed 88,000 Americans in 2016. This speaks to how widespread a problem it is and how few people seek help.
If you need help ending your drug or alcohol abuse, call us today. Our admissions coordinators would be happy to discuss your treatment options with you.
They can also perform a fast and free insurance verification for you. If your coverage falls short, we would be happy to discuss alternative payment methods.
Care for substance abuse is affordable and within reach.
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Who Substance Abuse Impacts
Substance abuse impacts the life of the user, but it does not end there. Substance abuse impacts families, communities, businesses, and the economy, too.
In alcohol, nicotine, and illicit drug use and addiction, the effects are wide-spread. The U.S. loses over $740 billion each year in costs related to healthcare, crime, and lost productivity.
The individual and economic burden is a heavy one. Alcohol, prescriptions, and illicit drugs are the first things that come to mind when discussing substance abuse.
This term also includes tobacco. More than drug overdoses and alcohol-related deaths put together, tobacco is connected to approximately 480,000 deaths each year.
Substance abuse, of any kind, is something that should be addressed right away. If left alone, it will get worse, and harder to control.
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Substance Abuse Treatment Options
An addict with a moderate or severe addiction will benefit the most from inpatient care.
Inpatient programs often start with medically-assisted detoxes that help you clear your system and monitor your withdrawal.
However, this may not be necessary for someone who caught the problem early enough. Substance abuse does not always require the same high level of care that a moderate or severe addiction does.
Outpatient treatment allows you to remain at home rather than committing to a residential stay.
This is ideal for substance abusers without complications. It is also ideal for individuals who cannot leave their jobs or family obligations at home while they seek inpatient treatment.
Substance Abuse Treatment Outpatient Care
With our outpatient program, we will customize your treatment plan based on your needs. You will visit one of our state-of-the-art facilities in California weekly or monthly to participate.
This program integrates evidence-based support groups and proven 12-step programs.
Many of our patients even move on to outpatient care after completing an inpatient program. For many, staying sober is something that takes a conscious effort.
For some, this effort must be constant and long-term. We will help you develop the skills you need to stay strong and deny substance abuse in the future.
You are capable of living a clean and healthy life. Let us guide you there.
Substance Abuse Outpatient Care
In addition to support groups and 12-step programs, our outpatient facilities feature many other care methods:
- Education through classes, seminars, and sessions
- Relapse prevention skills
- Substance abuse management
- Individual support
- Therapy and counseling
- Group support
With a variety of tried-and-true care methods, you’ll have what you need to regain control of your life.
Choosing to treat your substance abuse before it can lead to bigger problems is one of the best decisions you can make for yourself.
You’ll see an improvement in your quality of life almost immediately. You may also notice an improvement in your relationships, career, and overall physical and mental health.
Our facilities are lovingly decorated, beautifully landscaped, and designed to make our patients as comfortable as possible.
You will not be subjected to a sterile hospital-style center when you seek care through Resurgence Behavioral Health. You will enjoy a scenic location, customized care, and the company of people who understand you.
Both our staff and the other patients are available to talk and guide you through your treatment. We will make the transition into your new life as smooth as possible.
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The Resurgence Difference
At Resurgence, our goal is to minimize the negative impacts of substance abuse.
Whatever you are facing now, we are here to promote your health and safety.
We will also teach you how to do this to achieve long-term success. Our patients benefit from customized care plans that improve their quality of life.
These care plans include a variety of proven care methods that have been proven by our expert staff over many years.
Come get the treatment you deserve. We are ready when you are.
