A detox center is a medical facility where someone with a substance use disorder receives medical interventions to ease and manage withdrawal symptoms. Some substances like alcohol, opioids, benzodiazepines, and others can be physically challenging to stop. A person may feel intense and sometimes dangerous symptoms. This can be a hindrance for many people to stop using substances. It can be terrifying, and dealing with withdrawal without help is one of the leading causes of a return to use. It is simply a difficult time, and having medical support within a structured facility greatly increases the chances of staying substance-free after the detox period is over.