Drug Detox FAQ
Entering drug or alcohol treatment can be overwhelming, especially if you aren’t sure what to expect. Here are answers to common questions:
Industry-leading detox to help you reclaim your life.
Endeavor House North offers drug and alcohol detox at our state-of-the-art facility in Kearny, NJ, just 20 minutes from New York City.
Clients receive 24-hour, medically assisted care from an experienced team that is passionate about addiction recovery.
Our Medical Director, Dr. Francis Rienzo, is a substance abuse expert with more than 20 years of specialized addiction treatment experience, giving our clients industry-leading care in a nurturing environment.
Our approach to drug detox starts with the medical safety and comfort of our clients, but our program goes beyond recovery from physical dependence. We also provide nurturing support and education to help clients find their path toward true recovery.
All clients at Endeavor House North can expect:
- The presence of at least seven on-site nurses with substance use experience
- Access to advanced psychiatric and medical Nurse Practitioners
- Nutritious meals prepared under the direction of a Registered Dietitian
- Mental health support and aftercare
- Personalized treatment that focuses on each client’s unique needs
How long will I stay?
Detox treatment typically takes 5-7 days, depending on the substance. However, we allow clients to recover at their own pace if they need more time.
What is life like?
Detox is the first and most crucial step toward recovery from addiction. During this phase, your focus will be entirely on your health and wellness. Our expert medical staff will monitor your well-being 24 hours per day to help you safely and comfortably manage withdrawal symptoms.
What happens after detox?
After completing detox, our team will help you develop an aftercare plan to give the tools you need to rebuild life in recovery. This may include outpatient treatment, counseling, a recovery residence or treatment for co-occurring disorders if needed.
What if I need support after treatment?
All of our clients receive ongoing support after treatment through our alumni community, which includes access to a counselor.
Our Facility
The detox center at Endeavor House North is part of our state-of-the-art drug rehab facility, where all clients have access to luxe amenities. Highlights include:
- Projector-screen theater room where we host movie nights for clients and alumni
- Game room with ping-pong table
- Updated fitness center
- New cafeteria, where we serve organic meals under the guidance of our registered dietitian
- Updated group therapy rooms
- Modern living quarters, renovated with new furniture and decor. Each room has two twin beds.
Do I Need Detox Treatment?
Recovery from addiction is a personal process, and not every person starts their journey with detox. How you start your own recovery journey depends on your addiction history, the substances involved, and the severity of your dependence. The questions below can help you understand if you need to start with detox:
- Do you struggle to function on a daily basis without drinking or using drugs?
- Do you turn to alcohol or other substances to manage stress?
- Do you drink excessively or use other substances to celebrate?
- Is your alcohol or drug use damaging your relationships or preventing you from fulfilling life obligations?
- Is your alcohol or drug use interfering with activities that you once previously enjoyed?
- Have you experienced physical or emotional side effects that are impacting your health?
- Do you experience physical withdrawal symptoms if you try to stop drinking or using a particular substance?
Detox and Withdrawal
Withdrawal is a challenging part of drug detox, but our team is here to help you safely and comfortably through the symptoms. Since withdrawal from some substances can be dangerous, it’s important to have the supervision of a medical professional while you start detox.
Here are common withdrawal symptoms to be mindful of as you start your recovery journey:
- Irritability
- Trouble sleeping
- Headaches
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
- Diarrhea
- Excessive sweating
- Tremors
If you experience the following symptoms, seek emergency care right away:
- Seizures
- Heart palpitations
- Hallucinations
- Numbness
- Paranoia