Persons with HIV or AIDS - Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facilities - Stonewall, LA.

For people with HIV/AIDS who also struggle with a substance abuse problem, their pre-existing chronic medical condition is something that will need to be recognized and adequately addressed at the same time they receive treatment for their drug/alcohol addiction. Keeping this client in recovery is not only crucial for their well-being, but for the safety of the general public due to the fact they are likely to transmit their disease to others in the case their substance abuse problem continue.

In many cases, clients who struggle with both HIV/AIDS and addiction at the same time have let their bodies decline because of the lack of care most people with addictions show themselves even when they are without HIV or AIDS. Most stop taking their medicine, stop seeking medical care, etc. and therefore require serious medical help once they do reach addiction treatment. Aside from rehabilitation for their drug addiction, in a rehabilitation center that provides treatment for persons with HIV or AIDS, they will receive a medical evaluation to see whether they have any other problems associated with their diagnosis. This would include screening for Hepatitis A, B, and C, tuberculosis, other sexually transmitted diseases, dental issues, diabetes and mental health problems.

Drug or alcohol abuse rehabilitation for persons with HIV/AIDS in Stonewall includes detoxification services which are safely conducted with both the client and the staff in mind. Through holistic services, psychotherapy and counseling people with HIV or AIDS become inspired to be healthier, sober, and happier, and attending self-help groups where other people have the same goal is strongly encouraged.

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