Substance misuse and addiction

When a person uses too much alcohol or other drugs on a regular basis, they can feel dependent on them to make it through the day. This substance misuse and addiction is a disease, and it can damage a person’s physical, social and mental health.

Substance misuse can result in changes and long-term damage to the brain and other organs. It is a major cause of mental illness. 

Treatment for substance misuse and addiction depends on the type of substances involved, and how serious a person’s addiction is. Treatment may involve a mix of psychiatric interventions, psychological care, support groups and self-help strategies.

Treatment Options at our South Australian Facilities:

Our connected network in South Australia offers a variety of evidence-based programs and services to support your recovery journey:

• Inpatient Support and Detoxification: Ramsay Clinic Adelaide provides a safe and secure environment, in which we provide medically supervised detoxification to manage withdrawal symptoms as you begin your journey to healing.
• Day Patient Rehabilitation and Relapse Prevention Programs: Our structured day programs at Ramsay Day Clinic Kahlyn offer intensive evidence-based group therapy sessions and equip you with relapse prevention strategies. Click here to view our available day programs.
• Continuing Care and Support: We understand the importance of ongoing support which is why we work closely with referring medical practitioners to ensure a seamless transition into continuing care and minimise the risk of relapse.
• Community Outreach Program: This program offers individualised treatment plans delivered in your home or agreed upon local location, providing convenient support for those who need short-term assistance after inpatient care, are waiting for a day program, or require longer-term support.

We're Here for You

Our compassionate team is here to support you every step of the way. You don't have to fight addiction alone. We encourage you to speak with your GP or Psychiatrist today and discuss referral options through to our services.