As a recovered cocaine/prescription drug addict I can honestly tell you a few things that I have learned from my experience over the years.
First is this: as an addict, the last thing you need is a prescription–another thing you can get thoroughly addicted to. I was a cocaine addict for 3 years before I became a prescription drug addict for an additional 10 years. Prescription drugs were ten times harder to kick than the original habit I was trying to resolve.
Second, 28 days won’t cut it. You need more time to dig yourself out of the hole you’ve landed yourself in. You’ll save time in the long run by doing it right the first time so try finding a drug rehab center that is individualized and result based.
Third, don’t believe what they tell you when they say that you’re always going to be an addict. Or that all too common philosophy that relapse is a part of your recovery. Don’t believe for a second that when you get home after rehab and find yourself fighting against relapse that it’s a positive or inevitable thing. Surround yourself with positive and supportive people, and know when to ask for help.
And there it is. Sage words from someone who’s made a lot of mistakes and wouldn’t wish those same mistakes on others.