A much discussed topic is how do you know if the treatment center you enroll in will be effective. A huge part of that depends on you as well as the center. Here is a article from the Treatment Solutions Network that gives you a greta starting point when you are looking for the right treatment center for you or a loved one.
Finding the Right Drug Treatment Facility
By Jared Moré
If you or someone you love is considering treatment for a drug or alcohol addiction, there are many decisions you may need to make in order to find the right facility. Below are some things to consider when choosing a facility, as well as things to expect once you get there.
First of all, it might be necessary to call a hotline to get immediate help for an addiction. This would be used when a person doesn’t know where else to go for help, or possibly someone is in immediate danger. If this is the case, the individual on the other end of the phone can give you valuable information about immediate treatment options.
Types of Facilities and Programs
If the decision is something that is thought about for a while and discussed, there are many different types of programs that might be useful. The first questions might be whether the facility offers residential, in-patient, or out-patient treatment, or a recovery house or long-term care. Some facilities are gender or age-specific, which might be particularly helpful to adolescents or females who might feel more comfortable in a setting with their peers.
It may be necessary for the treatment facility to have a detoxification program for the individual to rid their body of harmful substances while being monitored by a staff of medical professionals. After the physical dependency of the substance is addressed, the patient can begin counseling and treatment to manage the psychological dependency. Many treatment facilities have different activities to aid in this part of the recovery process. Things such as group therapy and family involvement have proven successful in treatment, as well as the 12-Steps for recovery. Some specialized facilities also provide programs such as equine therapy, recreational activities, cooking opportunities, and other things geared toward giving the mind and body something positive to focus on.
Recovery is an Ongoing Process
It is important for patients to be directed to long-term care to assist them in staying sober in the future. By learning about the risks of relapse and the skills needed to cope with stress and addiction triggers, an individual will be more likely to stay substance-free. A facility should provide follow-up services to give the recovering patient a support base when they move back into their lives. Recovery is an ongoing process. The groundwork is laid when an individual goes through treatment, but recovery continues on as the person is put back into their lives and families and has to effectively put what they learned into practice.
Entering into a treatment facility is a scary thing for most people. The unknown is hard to face. But the right facility can ease discomfort with their caring staff and positive programs. It still won’t be easy, but the goal is for the treatment to be successful. By working with counselors and staff to learn about oneself and taking accountability for the addiction, an individual can actually aid in the recovery process. So while you can expect treatment to be a challenge, it will hopefully be the best thing you’ve ever done.
Sources
T., Buddy Components of Effective Treatment Programs What Makes Alcohol Treatment Programs Work? January 22, 2008
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drug_rehabilitation
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Fortunately, it wasn't an emergency decision for us. We had time to look at several facilities, checking out the staff, addictions treated, methods used, their long term support programs and even their success rates. It was a lot of work but we felt we wanted our son to have the best chance for a complete recovery. It seems our work paid off as he has been clean for nearly 3 years. We know the fight is not over and may never be, but we're thankful for the progress and success to date.
ReplyDeleteI know this is important, from experience. My husband was ordered into rehab by the courts. The experience was horrible for both of us and he went back to his ways soon after getting out. We found out about A Better Tomorrow from someone who had been through their program. It was the difference between night and day. It's been almost a year with no set backs. I know that is no guarantee, but we both feel really good about where we're at. Hopefully, that will continue. We have a lot to be thankful for and they are at the top of the list.
ReplyDeleteYou are so right about it being a major decision. There are a lot of things that you have to consider and weigh. Cost, location, staff, methods of treatments and success rate is just scratching the surface. I hope I'm never put in a position where I have to make that choice for someone I love.
ReplyDeleteThe right treatment facility can make all the difference in the world. Take your time when looking into the benefits and pitfalls of each if you want to obtain the maximum benefit.
ReplyDeleteMy son is no where near ready to ask for help. I think that I need to be looking for a placement now, before he shows up at my door asking for help. I want to know all I can about the treatment options available. There is a treatment center in our town but they do not have a very good reputation.
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