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Recovery From Prescription Abuse: A Healing Space for Teens

We offer a safe space for teens from all diverse backgrounds to stabilize, find sobriety and improve their quality of life. Our center is located in Winter Springs, Florida with dedicated staff onsite 24/7 to provide structured supervision.

The facility includes a high-quality computer lab for teens to focus on their academics during their stay, a recreational room for game nights, and a basketball court to stay active. Our compassionate team embodies the commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of the teens we serve.

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Teenage Prescription Drug Abuse 

Prescription drug abuse is when drugs are misused or taken for reasons other than those indicated on the original prescription. Prescription pills can become highly addictive if taken for long-term use or even increase the risk of a life-threatening overdose, such as opioid painkillers or benzodiazepines. Commonly abused prescription drugs by teens include: 

  • Opioid painkillers (Vicodin, OxyContin, Morphine)  
  • Stimulants (Adderall, Ritalin, Vyvanse) 
  • Benzodiazepines (Xanax, Valium, Klonopin) 
  • Sleep aids (Lunesta, Ambien)

According to the NCDAS, 6% of youth above 12 abuse prescription drugs. One of the most common ways teens get addicted to prescription drugs is through sports or medical injuries, in which opioid pain pills may be used to provide relief. Teens may also abuse prescription stimulants taken to increase academic performance.
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 At Lotus Behavioral Health, we understand the risks of prescription drug abuse and provide life-saving treatment interventions to help teens recover. Throughout our programs, teens have access to evidence-based therapies and therapeutic activities to reduce the triggers contributing to their substance abuse. Some of the therapies offered for teens in our prescription drug abuse treatment include: 
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  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Family therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Trauma-informed therapies 
  • Art and Music therapy 
  • Dance, movement, and fitness therapies
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Signs of Prescription Drug Abuse in Teens 

  • Odd changes in personality, mood swings, eating, or sleeping habits
  • Sudden decline in school, lack of motivation, social withdrawal 
  • Missing medications 
  • Unexplained requests for money 

Prescription Drug Abuse Treatment Programs for Teens

Residential Teen Treatment

Our safe and structured 5 to 12-week residential program offers 24/7 care, a blend of evidence-based therapies, and medication management to treat prescription drug abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders in teens.

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Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)

This intensive 7-day program builds on the skills learned in residential treatment. Our PHP includes room and board, and teens will continue to live at the facility for the remainder of their treatment.

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Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)

Our IOP provides a less restrictive treatment approach with meetings 3-4 days a week. This allows teens to live at home, while still receiving intensive treatment.

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Outpatient Counseling

Virtual and in-person outpatient services allow teens and their families to participate in treatment while still living at home and staying involved in their day-to-day activities.

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Comprehensive Programs for  Long-Term Healing

Residential Teen Treatment

Our safe and structured 4-12 week residential program offers 24/7 care and a blend of evidence-based therapies to treat substance abuse and co-occurring mental health disorders.

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Partial Hospitalization

This intensive 7-day program helps build on the skills learned in residential treatment. Our PHP includes room and board, where teens continue to live at the facility for the remaining treatment.

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Intensive Outpatient

Our IOP provides a less-intense treatment approach meeting 3-4 days a week, allowing teens to live at home, while still receiving intensive treatment.

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Outpatient Counseling

Virtual and in-person outpatient services allow teens and their families to participate in treatment while still living at home and staying involved in their day-to-day activities.

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Benefits Of Lotus

Prescription Drug Abuse Treatment

Mental Health & Substance Abuse Evaluation

We understand that teenage addiction is often driven by underlying mental health problems and trauma. When your teen first arrives for treatment, they will be given a comprehensive substance abuse evaluation and mental health assessment to identify what treatment is most appropriate for their needs.

Family-Focused Care

Lotus Behavioral Health recognizes the importance of family in the recovery journey for teens. We encourage parents to stay involved in their teen's treatment process for an increased success rate. We focus on equipping teens with the tools to repair damaged relationships, manage conflict, and form connections.

Evidence-based Therapies

During treatment, your teen will participate in intensive individual and group therapies such as CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and medication management. Our licensed therapists will help teens modify negative thinking patterns that drive their drinking, set treatment goals, and develop positive coping strategies. 

Culturally-Competent Staff 

Our team understands the sensitive nature of teen development. This period is characterized by self-exploration around culture, race, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Our staff is trained in diversity to provide judgment-free support so teens can explore these topics, which can greatly impact their mental health and recovery journey.
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Benefits of Prescription
Drug Abuse Treatment for Teens

Mental Health & Substance Abuse Evaluation

We understand that teenage addiction is often driven by underlying mental health problems and trauma. When your teen first arrives for treatment, they will be given a comprehensive substance abuse evaluation and mental health assessment to identify what treatment is most appropriate for their needs.

Family-Focused Care

Lotus Behavioral Health recognizes the importance of family in the recovery journey for teens. We encourage parents to stay involved in their teen's treatment process for an increased success rate. We focus on equipping teens with the tools to repair damaged relationships, manage conflict, and form connections.

Evidence-based Therapies

During treatment, your teen will participate in intensive individual and group therapies such as CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and medication management. Our licensed therapists will help teens modify negative thinking patterns that drive their drinking, set treatment goals, and develop positive coping strategies. 

Culturally-Competent Staff 

Our team understands the sensitive nature of teen development. This period is characterized by self-exploration around culture, race, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Our staff is trained in diversity to provide judgment-free support so teens can explore these topics, which can greatly impact their mental health and recovery journey.

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Academic Program

Lotus Behavioral Health holds both treatment and academics as equally important. We understand many teens who enter treatment fall behind in school, creating extra challenges when they transition back to their community. We partner with local schools to optimize success for teens in our Residential and PHP programs. Teens in our program spend time in the classroom each day while continuing to make progress in their recovery.

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Relapse Prevention Planning

We focus on relapse prevention planning by helping teens build a strong support system in their community. This may include involving family or friends in the recovery process, ensuring teens meet academic requirements with educational support, and connecting them to a peer recovery network.

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‎Family Stories
of Hope 

T. McN

Lotus patient

"Lotus offers outstanding therapy and care for adolescents. The staff truly knows their field and genuinely cares for each client. Their IOP treatment after residential care was crucial in helping my child adjust back to daily life. I believe Lotus changed my child's life, and I am endlessly grateful."
D'R

Lotus patient

"We're deeply thankful for Lotus and the level of care our boys received. From our tour to the program's end, the safe and clean environment and Michele's team made a huge difference. The family therapy and IOP program were invaluable. After 50 days, we're grateful for the progress. It was hard but worth it."
T. B

Lotus patient

"Lotus has been wonderful in providing counseling and treatment for my loved one. I am so thankful we found them. It's brand new and a beautiful facility full of caring professionals. Very pleased and impressed."
J. A

Lotus patient

"Stayed here for about a month and a half and haven't touched a single drug since. This place has amazing wonderful staff and they helped me a lot. Thank you lotus from helping me not be a junkie anymore."

Frequently Asked Questions About Prescription Drug Abuse in Teens

What types of treatment are available for teens abusing prescription drugs?

Effective treatment involves a combination of therapies such as CBT or DBT, family counseling, and sometimes medication-assisted treatment to support prescription opioid addiction. Supportive therapies such as art, music, and dance can also aid in the emotional process and underlying mental health issues that drive substance abuse. These approaches help teens build positive coping skills and reduce cravings.

What prescription drugs are commonly abused by teens?

One of the most common ways teens become addicted to prescription drugs is through sports or medical injuries. Some of the most commonly abused prescription drugs include opioid painkillers, benzodiazepines, and stimulants.

Does insurance cover prescription drug abuse treatment?

We accept most major insurance providers, including Cigna, Aetna, and BlueCross Blue Shield. Speak with one of our admissions members to verify insurance and find the best treatment plan for your teen.

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Help your teen begin the path to recovery. Contact our admissions team today for compassionate, private support.

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