Signs You May Be Addicted to Sleeping Pills

Signs of a Sleeping Pill Addiction

There are countless people around the world that utilize sleeping pills as a part of their nightly routine. Whether they have a diagnosed sleep issue or they have simply had a long and stressful day and can’t seem to turn their brain off to get some sleep, sleeping pills can be a useful tool that can help their body to relax. However, many people don’t realize that sleep pills are only meant to be used to help your body readjust into a normal sleep pattern instead of long-term use.

When a person is actively grappling with addiction, it may be difficult if not impossible to identify the possible signs of addiction. However, the Resurgence Behavioral Health team is here to provide you with the support that you need to overcome this potentially deadly disease.

Common Types of Sleeping Pills

Undoubtedly, you have seen many different types of commercials highlighting the advantages of using one type of sleeping pill or another. Some common examples of sleeping pills include:

Again, it’s important to remember these medications can be extremely helpful, however, they should never be used long-term as they do possess certain addictive qualities.

How Can Sleeping Pills be Abused?

It’s important to remember that every person has a therapeutic level when it comes to any type of medication, sleeping pills are no different. As a result, you will likely hit a point where you feel like your initial dose that was prescribed to you is not enough. This is the time that many people tend to try to find more ways to get their sleeping pill of choice.

Thankfully, there are several steps that you can take in order to overcome your sleeping pill addiction. The first step in the process is to reach out to a facility that offers this unique type of care. When you come to Resurgence for treatment, you will have the opportunity to work with our team to put together a treatment program that is personalized to suit your needs. We will take the time to get to learn more about you, your history as well as your addiction so you have the best chance possible of overcoming your addiction when you come to our facility.

What are the Signs and Risks of Sleeping Pill Addiction?

We receive countless phone calls from concerned friends or family members who are eager to learn more about the signs and risks associated with an addiction to sleeping pills. Some of the symptoms associated with being addicted to sleeping pills can include:

As addiction experts, we understand the fact that this is a family disease which is why we will always take the time to speak to friends or family members that are concerned about their loved ones. Don’t ever hesitate to reach out to us for more information or with your worries.

Resurgence Behavioral Health for Sleeping Pill Addiction

If you’re lost in the vicious cycle of being addicted to sleeping pills and you’re ready to receive the help that you need to overcome that addiction the Resurgence Behavioral Health team is here and ready to assist you. Whether you decide to enroll in our inpatient or outpatient program, you can rest assured that our addiction treatment team will provide you with the attention and the care that you need as you begin to make the changes that you need to make in your life. For more information about our recovery programs, please reach out to our treatment team today at (855) 458-0050.

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David Rofofsky
After growing up in New York, David chose to get help with substance abuse in California because of the state's reputation for top-tier treatment. There, he found the treatment he needed to achieve more than nine years of recovery. He's been in the drug and alcohol addiction rehab industry for eight years and now serves as the Director of Admissions for Resurgence Behavioral Health. David remains passionate about the field because he understands how hard it is to pick up the phone and ask for help. However, once the call is made, someone's life can be saved.

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