Across New Zealand, there are many people who are struggling with alcohol or drug use. While a slim minority of these people may be able to overcome their struggles with willpower, the vast majority of them will need professional intervention in order to find a path to recovery from drug or alcohol dependency.
Christchurch is a city of just under 400,000 people and is not exempt from the problems with alcohol and drugs that plague the rest of the nation.
Sivana Bali is a world-class rehabilitation centre that helps people from all over the world find their personalised path to recovery.
Mental Health and Addiction
Across New Zealand, mental wellness has noticeably declined. While people report being generally satisfied with their lives, the number of people who report being in good spirits has declined somewhat. It’s estimated that about a quarter of the population has poor mental wellbeing.
Mental health and addiction often intersect, creating complex challenges. Mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety can contribute to substance abuse as a coping mechanism.
Conversely, addiction can worsen a person’s mental health by altering brain chemistry and exacerbating any disorders they already have.
It’s crucial to address both aspects concurrently for effective treatment. Therapy, support groups, and medication can help manage mental health, while addiction programmes offer strategies to overcome substance dependence.
The Alcohol and Drug Problem in Christchurch
Overall drug use has risen in New Zealand. While the use of stimulant drugs has largely remained stable, the use of drugs such as cocaine, psychedelics, and especially cannabis has risen over the years. However, wastewater testing revealed a decline in the use of MDMA and methamphetamine use between 2022 and 2023.
Alcohol remains New Zealand’s most consumer substance, and while most adults report having at least one drink a year, around 21 percent of those who drank reported hazardous drinking.
Christchurch, like the rest of the nation, faces challenges with alcohol and drug abuse. The availability of substances, societal pressures, and underlying mental health issues can contribute to this problem. It can impact individuals, families, and communities, leading to health issues, crime, and economic hardships.
Drug and Alcohol Rehab in Christchurch
Given the number of people affected by addiction in Christchurch, the city has numerous rehab clinics to help people achieve sobriety. Some of the options to begin a recovery journey include:
Why Choose Bali Over Rehabilitation Services in Christchurch?
While the options for addiction treatment in Christchurch can be effective and compelling, there are still a number of reasons to come to our addiction rehab centre in Bali. Some of these reasons include:
Why Holistic Treatment Options Are Vital
There are some people who may question the validity and necessity of holistic treatment programmes, especially as they pertain to drug or alcohol rehabilitation. However, holistic treatment can be a vital part of someone’s recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.
Holistic treatments allow a care team to treat a person’s spirit in addition to their mind and body, allowing for comprehensive recovery. Even if a person isn’t spiritual and doesn’t believe that there’s a spirit to treat, holistic therapies such as yoga and meditation can be excellent stress management techniques that can help people handle their triggers and their cravings without falling back into negative patterns of behaviour.
How To Get To Our Addiction Treatment Centre in Bali
Getting to Bali from Christchurch will require taking an international flight. This means that the first leg of your journey will go through Christchurch Airport, which does not have direct flights to Bali. As such, getting to Bali from Christchurch will require a layover at another airport. Still, getting to Christchurch Airport is essential.
- By Bus: Christchurch Metro Red Bus service operates the Airport Bus route (29) between the city centre and the airport, making the journey relatively straightforward.
- By Tram: The Christchurch Tramway operates in the city centre and doesn’t directly go to the airport. However, there are stops that can take you closer to the airport and you can take a taxi from one of them.
What Our Alcohol and Drug Addiction Programme Entails
When you get to Bali, you’ll likely first note that our facility is more akin to a resort than a residential treatment centre. However, our alcohol and drug rehab programmes are just as thorough, though we do offer our guests more luxurious amenities than the typical treatment facility.
One of the first steps of our treatment is an assessment. This will allow our care team to craft a personalised treatment approach so you get the support you need in the way you need it most. If needed, we’ll also support you through medical detox to purge your body of drugs and alcohol.
Once that step is complete, you can move on to the rest of your treatment, which will include a blend of clinical and holistic therapies. Once you complete your programme, you can avail of our aftercare services to receive continued support.
We Want to Help You Overcome Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Overcoming a drug or alcohol addiction takes more than just willpower. Yes, willpower is a crucial factor, but given that addiction is a disease, managing it will require medical intervention.
At Sivana Bali, we provide the intervention and support that is needed to overcome drug and alcohol addiction. Contact us now, and we can begin your recovery journey.
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