Perth is the capital of Western Australia, its largest city, and the fourth-largest city in the country. Captain James Stirling founded it as the administrative centre of the Swan River Colony.
It’s also one of the world’s most livable cities; more than 2.3 million people can attest to that. But while Perth has a lot to offer, many in the region are going through struggles with substance misuse.
While the rehabs in Perth can offer treatment, coming to the Orchid in Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand, can offer someone a sanctuary where they can find affordable luxury treatment.
The Societal Impact of Addiction
Many people understand the health impacts of alcohol and drug addiction. They are also aware of the legal consequences of using substances. But there are also major social effects of addiction.
People can lose their friends and family as a result of addiction. These loved ones may recognise that a person that they love is addicted to a substance or harmful behaviour. They may not know how to handle the situation so that they may distance themselves.
Conversely, many people who are addicted to drugs or alcohol can become socially withdrawn for various reasons. One reason is that they want to hide their addiction, and they’re worried that the people around them will catch on to their condition. Many also prioritise substance use over socialising, which can affect relationships.
But it’s not just relationships that can suffer as a result of addiction. A person’s productivity can suffer as well. Being high or being addicted to a substance or behaviour can affect a person’s performance at work or school, and this can have a major economic impact. The total cost of addiction in Australia was estimated to be just over $80 billion in 2021.
Drug and Alcohol Addiction in Australia
Australia as a whole is experiencing difficulties with illicit substance misuse. Almost a quarter billion litres of pure alcohol was consumed between 2022 and 2023. Cannabis continues to be the most widely used illicit drug, with cocaine and hallucinogens also being prominent in the country.
Perth Rehab Centres
Because of the need for treatment in the area, there are a number of drug and alcohol rehabs in Perth. These centres in Perth include:
Cyrenian House - Serenity Lodge
This residential rehabilitation centre offers treatment for adults with substance use disorders and uses a strengths-based approach to recovery.
318 Fitzgerald St, Perth, WA 6000
Shalom House Perth
This is a year-long faith-based drug and alcohol rehabilitation that uses a 5-stage programme.
751 Gnangara Rd, Lexia, WA 6079
Cyrenian House - Munda Mia
This is a residential facility for women. They also allow their patients to bring their children with them into treatment.
St Emilies Convent, 75 Kalamunda Rd, Kalamunda, WA 6076
The Whitehaven Clinic
This is a day treatment facility that uses an approach called Whole of Life. They do not require a referral from a GP.
Burswood Rd, Burswood, WA 6100
Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment
There are also other options for going on a recovery journey in Perth. These other options include:
Alcoholics Anonymous
AA is a worldwide fellowship of people who are struggling with alcohol addiction and working toward the common goal of recovery. They offer various support services.
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Narcotics Anonymous
NA is a similar fellowship to AA, but their efforts are directed at helping each other overcome drug addiction.
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Why Come to Thailand for Treatment?
The rehabs in Perth can help a person get through withdrawal and recovery. However, there are still a number of good reasons to come to our treatment centre in Chiang Mai. These reasons include:
Price
A luxury rehab in Perth or anywhere else in Australia can be quite expensive. In Thailand, we can offer luxury residential rehab for a fraction of what it would cost in Australia, making us the more cost-effective option for treatment, even after the cost of airfare.
Privacy
Many people may want privacy when they are in treatment as they may not want the people in their lives to know about their struggles with addiction. They can protect their privacy through sheer distance alone by coming to Thailand.
Distance from Enablers
Another benefit of coming to us for residential treatment is that the distance takes a person away from the people in their lives who may not be conducive to their recovery.
Accepts Everyone
Thailand is one of the world’s most tolerant countries, and it’s one of the few countries in Asia that allows for same-sex marriages. In keeping with this, our centre in Chiang Mai takes in everyone, including members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Weekly Excursions
The treatment process is not just about therapy and support. It’s also about learning how to live a good life. To that end, we include various activities, weekly excursions, and activities such as yoga and Thai boxing in our treatment.
Far from Home
The Social Effects of Addiction Treatment
Much like addiction can have social effects, addiction recovery can also have social effects. Many drug and alcohol rehab centres integrate family therapy into their treatment programme. This can help a person reconnect with their loved ones and help those loved ones learn how to handle a person’s addiction and recovery best.
Another way that treatment services can help a person’s social life is by helping them gain confidence. A lot of people blame themselves for their addiction, and they may feel ashamed of their addiction.
Counselling can help them reconcile their substance use with the person they want to be. This can help them regain their confidence, allowing them to be more outgoing and sociable.
Trauma and Addiction
Trauma can often drive people to addiction. Many people suffer a traumatic event, and to cope with what happened to them, they turn to drugs or alcohol. This is why rehabilitation services offer some form of trauma treatment among their therapeutic approaches.
By addressing a person’s trauma, they can help dull the emotional distress that contributes to a person’s substance use. There are also treatment options to help a person manage distress and other strong emotions. This can be vital for preventing relapse.
Seek Treatment in Chiang Mai
In Thailand, we’ll provide you or your loved one with a peaceful oasis wherein you can recover from substance use, process addictions, and mental health concerns. Many team members have been where you are, and they want to help you recover like they did. There is always hope, and we know recovery is possible.