Why do people use drugs? For some, drugs are an escape from the monotony or sorrow of everyday life. Others get into drugs for recreational purposes. Some people begin using drugs for a medical purpose and become addicted to the substance. Regardless of your reason for starting to use drugs, there is a way that you can stop. The team at Impact Recovery Center can help.

Our founders and staff are in recovery themselves, and understand your situation. We aim our program toward the internal sources of your addiction issues and work to resolve them with a spiritual solution. Contact us today to learn more about our drug addiction recovery programs in Birmingham and begin your path to recovery!

Our approach to drug addiction can be applied to a wide range of issues. Whether you have issues with a drug you were prescribed, are struggling with recreational drug use, or have issues with a combination of different drugs, we can help.

The first step to recovery is identifying that you are struggling with drug addiction. By thinking critically about your behaviors or the behaviors of a loved one, you can determine an issue and ensure you or that person receives the help they need.

The behaviors listed above are only a few examples of drug addiction signs. Every person is different, and it is very possible that your case is not typical. We offer free consultations to ensure everyone who is interested in our programs has a chance to tell their story and receive a recovery program that is right for them.

Drug addiction has spread throughout the United States for decades, with Alabama being no exception. According to data from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, there were 775 reported drug overdose deaths in Alabama in 2018 alone. Of these fatalities, 381 involved opioids. This is not surprising considering how in this same year, Alabama had the highest opioid prescription rate in the country at 97.5 opioid prescriptions for every 100 persons—a rate almost twofold greater than the national average.

Our approach to drug addiction differs from some other centers. Rather than teaching people how to avoid “triggers” and manage their addiction issues, we focus on the internal causes of addiction. By understanding the reasons you use drugs and managing those issues, you can encounter potential “triggers” without experiencing the desire to abuse substances.

We utilize the 12 steps in our approach to addiction recovery. This traditional method of recovery accounts for the progression in thinking that people must follow to overcome issues. It is known as one of the most effective methods of addiction recovery.

We also utilize wellness activities and alternative forms for recovery. In addition to traditional recovery methods, your time with our program may involve activities such as golf, yoga, workouts, and softball. We provide courses in life skills such as financial literacy and resume building as well. Within all of our program methods, we focus on community building and fostering healthy relationships. We allow the families of our clients to get involved in their loved one’s recovery, and also have a network of program alumni and sponsors who will support you at every step of the way.

Unfortunately, many people who struggle with an addictive substance attempt to hide it or never seek help due to the negative stigma associated with addiction. Seen as criminals, drop-outs, or failures, many people view addicts as being deserving of their circumstances as a result of poor choices. The reality is that addiction does not discriminate.

While a person’s association with an addictive substance may begin as a choice, once a person becomes addicted, they are no longer in control. At Impact Recovery Center, we seek to break the stigma of addiction and take a stand to this growing epidemic with compassion. We have been where you are, and we know how to help.