Vyvanse Detox
The first step to recovery begins with detox, which is the period of time during which Vyvanse is completely eliminated from the system. Detoxification and withdrawal begin approximately simultaneously, but withdrawal persists after detox is complete. For many people, the best way to detox from Vyvanse is by participating in a rehab program that can evaluate symptom severity, determine the most appropriate tapering schedule and, if appropriate, provide medications that ease symptom severity. Tapering is an incredibly helpful way to minimize the discomfort of detox and withdrawal, as it gives your brain the chance to wean off of Vyvanse rather than the drug being suddenly unavailable. Quitting cold turkey can be difficult physically and mentally and is not recommended in most cases.
Detoxing at Home
Many people who choose to detox at home face challenges that can be difficult to overcome, resulting in succumbing to the desire to resume drug use. The intense fatigue and depression that are often associated with Vyvanse detox can leave people feeling unmotivated and disinterested, which can negatively impact their home and work lives. However, detoxing at home can be successful, especially after prior consultation with a medical professional. A medical consult can determine the most appropriate home detox strategy and provide a prescription for a tapered dose.
Detoxing at a Treatment Center
There are numerous benefits to choosing to detox at a treatment center. Multidisciplinary rehab centers are equipped to help people deal with the physical and psychological aspects of detox and withdrawal, and can provide medical intervention and, when appropriate, pharmacotherapy. In addition, people in detox facilities have 24/7 access to professionals who can address questions and concerns as they arise. Some treatment methods include:
- Medical Detox: Rehab programs typically offer medically supervised detox programs that will carefully monitor detox progression and, if necessary, provide interventions in the form of pharmacological agents and therapy to improve mental health and wellbeing.
- Inpatient Detox: Quality inpatient rehab programs include detox treatment. Much like medical detox, 24/7 access to professionals is available, including medications when needed. Inpatient detox will often include additional components to ease the challenges associated with early recovery, including individual and group therapy sessions and recreational therapy. Inpatient detox is usually the first step in a comprehensive inpatient rehab program.
- Outpatient Detox: People with mild to moderate Vyvanse use disorders are candidates for outpatient detox programs. Outpatient detox generally consists of full-day participation in a rehab program that includes access to medical professionals, therapy sessions and, if necessary, medical interventions. In outpatient programs, the client does not stay in the facility overnight. However, quality programs will ensure that their clients have 24/7 access to staff if they have questions or concerns while they are at home.