Inhalants Addiction Treatment

Inhalants are a class of substances that are mainly used as an intoxicant. Many of these substances were first developed for industrial and household use, but some have been misused as recreational drugs. Commonly abused inhalants include solvents such as paint thinner, gasoline, aerosols, amyl nitrite, and nitrous oxide. The effects of inhalants can range from mild to severe, depending on the type and amount used. In some cases, inhalants can cause unconsciousness, coma, death, and serious injury.

Inhalant abuse is a significant public health issue due to the potential for severe and life-threatening consequences. Inhalant addiction is a serious risk and can lead to long-term health problems. However, if you or a loved one is struggling with an inhalant addiction, there is help available. The substance abuse treatment programs at NuLife Behavioral Health include inhalants addiction treatment. This targeted program supports lasting, sustainable recovery.

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Dangers of Inhalant Use

Inhalants can include chemicals found in many common household cleaning products. Because Inhalants are absorbed into the brain quickly, the high is also achieved quickly. Just as quickly as the high is achieved, it also goes away, so many of those who use inhalants will use them almost continuously, making this habit even more dangerous.

Inhalants are either inhaled through the nose or are ingested the following ways:

• From a rag soaked in the substance (known as huffing)
• Sniffed or snorted through the nose
• Breathing in the vapors (nose or mouth)
• Spraying the substance into the nose or mouth
• Inhaling the substance from a bag or balloon (known as bagging)

The harmful chemicals in these products are not meant for human consumption. It is like putting poison into your body. Inhalants affect the central nervous system when inhaled and act as a depressant. Repeated use can cause serious health issues like seizures, cardiac arrest, and asphyxiation.

Side effects of inhalant use can include:

• Brain and nerve damage
• Liver and kidney damage
• Lung damage
• A weakened immune system
• Hearing damage
• Memory loss
• Delayed cognitive and behavioral development in young people
• Coordination issues

What to Expect in Inhalants Addiction Treatment

If you or someone you love is struggling with an addiction to inhalants, it is important to seek professional help. Treatment for inhalants addiction should be tailored to the individual’s needs and should address underlying emotional, psychological, and environmental issues that may be contributing to the addiction.

At NuLife Behavioral Health, our inhalant addiction treatment programs are designed to help individuals achieve lasting sobriety. Treatment may include evidence-based therapies such as dialectical behavior therapy and trauma therapy. Every aspect of treatment involves support and encouragement—we want our center to serve as a respite from the stress of everyday life.

The recovery process is an individual journey that requires commitment and dedication. We are here to provide the knowledge, tools, and resources you need to make lasting change.