When a person uses too much alcohol or other drugs on a regular basis, they can feel dependent on them to make it through the day. This substance misuse and addiction is a disease, and it can damage a person’s physical, social and mental health.
Substance misuse can result in changes and long-term damage to the brain and other organs. It is a major cause of mental illness.
Treatment for substance misuse and addiction depends on the type of substances involved, and how serious a person’s addiction is. Treatment may involve a mix of psychiatric interventions, psychological care, support groups and self-help strategies.
Patients can be referred directly from their GP, psychologist or psychiatrist.
Runs throughout the year. The duration of stay is dependent on the patient's needs.
The inpatient detox is targeted towards medically and psychosocially supporting people who misuse or are dependent on alcohol, cannabis or prescription substances.
Ramsay Clinic Hollywood offers a state of the art specialised inpatient unit to treat and prevent complications associated with alcohol, cannabis and prescription medication. Patients’ detox from substances is managed and supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team consisting of a consultant psychiatrists, GP, nurses, psychologists, dietitians and counsellors.
We provide a caring and non-judgemental environment in which patients can work on various issues, such as relapse prevention, building self-esteem, dealing with cravings, and learning to communicate more effectively.
Through the inpatient service you will have:
Family members are encouraged to play an active part in the recovery process.
You will require private health insurance (top cover in psychiatric) or Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) entitlements or agree to self-fund this course.
If you would like to know more about how we can help you, please call 9346 6803 during business hours or Enquire now
Patients can be referred directly from their GP, psychologist or psychiatrist.
Intensive Daily: 12 consecutive week days, for four days a week, over a three week period (usually starting on a Monday and finishing on a Friday)
Intensive Weekly: An intensive program, once weekly usually every Monday.
Step-Down Program: A relapse prevention weekly program that focuses on consolidating skills and offering further support for those who have completed the intensive daily or weekly programs.
This program is for people who misuse or are dependent on alcohol, cannabis or prescription substances
This holistic program is designed to help people deal effectively with the factors causing their misuse or dependence on alcohol and/or other substances. Please note, this program is targeted for those using alcohol, cannabis and prescription drugs.
The program includes 5 core modules:
You will require private health insurance (top cover in psychiatric) or Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) entitlements or agree to self-fund this course.
If you would like to know more about how we can help you, please call 9346 6803 during business hours or Enquire now
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