NAMS | Detoxification

Objective: Relieve acute emotional, behavioural and physical distress resulting from the use of substances, and prepare and motivate the patient for the rehabilitation phase.

This phase focuses on:

Management of withdrawal symptoms through medication and nursing care
Providing round-the-clock medical care
Understanding withdrawal symptoms
Understanding medical complications
Motivation enhancement
Challenges of quitting addictions

Admission

The first step is to make an appointment to see a NAMS Professional for a comprehensive assessment at 6389 2200.

Admission to Serenity center is based on:

Assessment of the patient’s medical and rehabilitation needs
Patient’s willingness to follow the treatment programme

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