Young Adult Drug Treatment
Young adulthood is one of the more challenging phases of life. It is a time of searching for direction, weighing options, and looking for purpose. In an ever-changing world, and technology advancing quickly, young adults may find their skills outdated and may become disillusioned and stressed about the future.
A trying time in young adulthood may cause an individual to turn to drugs or alcohol as a means of numbing feelings of fear or uncertainty. LifeSync Malibu has designed a young adult drug treatment program specifically for this cohort that provides tailored solutions that truly resonate with them.
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Young Adult Substance Abuse and Addiction
It is during the college years that many young adults first begin experimenting with drugs or alcohol, behaviors that can quickly derail academic and career goals. College-aged adults engage in partying with alcohol, marijuana, and prescription stimulants as the most abused substances.
The practice of binge drinking hovers at about 20% of college students. While this is concerning, it is somewhat encouraging to note that levels have declined in recent years.
However, beyond the college years, young adult substance use rates remain high. The 2024 Monitoring the Future Survey reported that adults aged 19-30 revealed historically high levels of marijuana and hallucinogen use.
An increase in addiction education is needed to better inform young people about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse. Research has shown that the brain is not fully developed until about age 25. Therefore, the exposure to illicit drugs or alcohol can interfere in the brain’s development process. Too many young adults succumb to the lure of getting high, and end up taking huge risks with their health.
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Signs of Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Parents of young adult sons or daughters may suspect their grown child is struggling with substance abuse. Awareness of the classic signs of drug abuse or addiction can help identify the problem and start the process of guiding them toward treatment.
Signs of substance abuse may include:
- Changes in appearance, such as weight loss or gain, pinpoint pupils, bloodshot eyes, and injection marks on the body
- Changes in sleep patterns, sleep disturbance
- Impulsive or risk-taking behaviors
- Declining academic or work performance
- Legal problems
- Mood and personality changes
- Loss of motivation
- Poor concentration, memory problems
- Irritability
- Agitation
- Becomes increasingly irresponsible
- Deceitful behavior
- Becoming distant, withdrawn, and isolated
Signs of addiction may include:
- Increased tolerance and higher substance consumption
- Tries to quit the drug or alcohol but can’t
- Keeps using the substance despite the consequences
- Lies about substance use
- Neglects responsibilities and obligations
- Prioritizes substance use over all else
- Exhibits withdrawal symptoms
Substance Abuse Conditions Treated at Residential Treatment Centers for Young Adults
At LifeSync Malibu, our highly trained clinical team of addiction specialists has the expertise to provide treatment for a wide range of substance use disorders. In our experience of young adult drug treatment, we have found the following substances most relevant to this age group:
- Cannabis. Cannabis use includes increasingly potent marijuana and vaping products that contain high levels of THC.
- Alcohol. Alcohol is still the most often abused substance among young adults.
- Prescription stimulants. Stimulants like Adderall, Ritalin, or Vyvanse are often abused during the college years.
- Prescription opioids. Includes opioids such as Vicodin, Oxycontin, and counterfeit pills that may contain fentanyl.
- Benzodiazepines. Young adults may combine benzos with alcohol to enhance the effects of both substances.
- Hallucinogens. Party drugs like MDMA are common among young adults, especially in social or live music settings.
- Cocaine. Although the price of cocaine is prohibitive for young adults, it is used by 3.1% of (or one million) young adults.
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Medical Detox for Young Adults Entering Recovery
LifeSync Malibu offers on-site drug and alcohol detox and withdrawal services. Young adults can and do recover from drug abuse and addiction, but will likely begin their recovery journey with medical detox. During detox the young adult is closely supervised and assisted with medical interventions throughout the withdrawal process.
Addiction causes the brain pathways have adapted to the alcohol, so when the substance is suddenly withheld, physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms begin to surface. As withdrawal symptoms emerge and intensify, our expert team monitors vital signs and provides medications as needed. The detox specialists also provide important psychological support to encourage the young adult to complete the detox process.
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What to Expect at Young Adult Rehab
LifeSync Malibu young adult drug treatment program, through ongoing counseling and mentoring, helps individuals in recovery rediscover their strengths, skills, and talents. Our counseling team provides the structure and support needed for young people to succeed in recovery, while also encouraging autonomy and accountability.
Here is what our residential young adult treatment program looks like:
- Evidence-based therapy: Psychotherapy is the bedrock of our drug treatment program. Effective therapies are selected based on each individual’s personalized treatment plan and may include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational enhancement therapy, and contingency management. There therapies guide the young adult in changing unhealthy thoughts and behaviors that fueled the addiction cycle.
- Group sessions. Peer group therapy sessions are an important source of support. These sessions offer participants a supportive space where they can share their stories and practice new communication skills.
- 12-Step. The benchmarks outlined in A.A.’s 12-Step program provide structure and guidance in the early months of recovery.
- Holistic methods. Activities that promote relaxation and stress reduction can be helpful during treatment and in long-term recovery. These include yoga, mindfulness practices, art therapy, and outdoor recreational activities.
- Classes. To succeed in recovery, young adults are equipped with practical coping skills and relapse prevention planning to help sustain sobriety.
LifeSync Malibu young adult drug treatment rehab provides comprehensive and tailored treatment for individuals struggling with drugs addiction. To learn more about our treatment facilities and young adult rehab program, please reach out today.
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