Questions About Rehab

If your substance use interferes with your daily life, you should seek treatment.

Check with your insurance first, but there are programs to assist you.

Check our database to see if your provider is listed, if not, reach out to a treatment provider to learn about your options.

Investigate your options, ask questions, and determine which best suits your needs.

It depends on a multitude of factors such as a high success rate and comprehensive care.

The biggest difference is whether you stay on-campus or not. Inpatient is residential while outpatient is not.

Detoxing on your own can cause severe withdrawal side effects.

Traveling for rehab could provide you with just the right change of scenery.

Ensure all your responsibilities are covered in order to approach rehab with a clear mind.

Despite contrary belief, addiction is not a choice, it is an illness that requires care.

Once an individual arrives at a treatment center, a health assessment process typically occurs, followed by introductions to nurses and staff members, a tour of the facility, and information on schedules, amenities, and services.

The longer someone waits to be admitted to treatment, the more likely they are to not follow through with treatment.

Usually days consist of meetings, therapy sessions, and a bit of free time.

The length of detox depends on the substance that was being used but is usually between 2 to 7 days.

It depends, but centers should have programs anywhere from 30-90 days.

Most centers will provide a comprehensive packing list to ensure you have the essentials.

A dual diagnosis is when an individual has both a drug or alcohol addiction and a mental health condition.

Ensure you’ve planned accordingly, and your family will be safe and sound while you’re away.

Treatment is available for everyone, but some treatment facilities offer programs for specific communities.

You can voluntarily leave treatment at any time, but leaving can lead to potentially dangerous consequences like withdrawal and relapse.

Using the tools you just learned, you readjust to a brand new life.

Use the experience as a learning tool and remember why you’re seeking sobriety.

Experiment with new interests and understand that recovery is about the journey.

Once you’re aware of what triggers you, you’ll know how to cope when they arise.

Yes, there are policies in place to ensure your employment.

Yes, but it might help to think of it as an opportunity for self-betterment.

Patience, honesty, and intention will eventually prove your deserved trustworthiness.

Aftercare plans can include peer support services, professional support services, environmental support, and a relapse prevention and crisis management plan.

You can stage an intervention with a professional, encourage rehabilitation options, or advocate for therapy.

Addiction can cause irreversible rifts in family structures; trust is lost, conflict is daily, and trauma is abundant.

By learning about addiction and recovery, you will understand the patience and process required in the journey.

Opioid addiction is devastating and dangerous; to help your loved one and your family, seek out family support groups.

Remain honest and open about the importance of treatment and be as supportive as possible.

Family therapy can help mend the tears between members as well as contextualize everyone’s feelings and behaviors.

There are several steps you can take after your loved one refuses to get help.