Breaking the Cycle of Darvocet Addiction
Darvocet is a combination of propoxyphene and acetaminophen and is used in patients to relieve moderate to severe pain. Although this drug is no longer available in the US, it’s highly addictive qualities mean there are still many people struggling with Darvocet addiction. Addiction to Darvocet, as with any other drug, has many contributing factors. Identifying behaviors, relationships and situations that lead to drug dependence and abuse is an important step in breaking the cycle of Darvocet addiction.
Darvocet Addiction Cycle
The Darvocet addiction cycle usually begins with an event that requires the use of pain medication. This can from a recent surgery, an accident or a condition causing chronic pain that needs to be managed. Once a person begins using Darvocet, the need for more and more of the drug grows. Dramatic events in life often trigger a tendency toward addiction or addictive behavior, so the first step in breaking the cycle of Darvocet abuse is realizing that there is a problem. Darvocet works in the brain, and as the body becomes more and more dependent on the drug, the brain loses its ability to reason and think clearly. If there is a family history of addiction or addictive behaviors, it may be harder for a person to have an appropriate relationship with Darvocet or other painkillers. Signs that you or a loved one are addicted to Darvocet include
- Intense withdrawal symptoms when someone abruptly stops taking the drug
- Intense craving for the drug
- Preoccupation with getting and consuming the drug
- Continued use of Darvocet despite negative consequences
Darvocet Addiction Treatment
Once addicts realize they have dependence on or addiction to Darvocet, treatment can begin. Treatment programs for Darvocet require medically supervised detox, drug rehab and ongoing support. During this process, therapists and doctors will look for underlying conditions contributing to the addiction and address those. Without identifying and treating underlying conditions, the likelihood of relapse increases. Some underlying conditions that contribute to Darvocet addiction are
- Family history of addiction
- Undiagnosed depression
- Undiagnosed anxiety disorder
- Tendency toward addictive behaviors
- Peer pressure
- Family issues
- Undiagnosed/untreated mental illness
Breaking the Cycle of Darvocet Addiction
Darvocet addiction is treatable and relapse is preventable. Recognizing what is contributing to the addiction helps doctors, therapists, family members and the addicts themselves to recognize certain triggers and avoid them. During the rehab process, therapists will identify issues that seem to lead each person to relapse, and help them come up with a plan to avoid those triggers. During therapy, both individual and group counseling allows recovering addicts time to talk about situations where they felt vulnerable, and how they overcame the temptation to return to the drug. Listening to and sharing success stories and stories of struggle help recovering Darvocet addicts know that they are not alone. Working with family members and friends of a recovering Darvocet addict helps create a support base for success. Drug addiction effects everyone who is involved with patients, so coming up with a plan to support recovery is another way treatment programs help break the cycle of addiction.
Get Help Ending Darvocet Addiction
If you or a loved one is struggling with Darvocet addiction, we are here to help. Call our 24 hour, toll-free helpline to find a treatment program that is best for you. We can answers your questions, provide recovery options and listen to your concerns. Please call today.
