WHAT IS REHAB?
Rehab, abbreviated from rehabilitation, is a place where a person who is addicted to alcohol or drugs can seek treatment, help, and recovery. As part of rehabilitation, several treatment options are available.
The first step or option in rehab is detox. This is the initial stage in treating addiction. This process must be done under medical supervision to ensure safety and success. The second stage or option of rehab includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) which helps recovering addicts recognize what triggers their drug abuse. At that point, they can find healthy ways to deal with these places, people and situations.
The third stage of rehab deals with the underlying mental health issues the patient is dealing with such as depression or anxiety. This process is called integrated treatment or Dual Diagnosis. Changing habits and actions associated with addiction is called Behavior Modification Therapy (BMT), which comes in as the fourth treatment option.
As with any other rehabilitation treatment, support groups are a must as they allow the addict to discuss struggles and successes as they continue to recover. The patient works alongside a professional counselor during the final stage, which is called individual counseling.
Rehab is a life altering and intense experience. Individuals who enter into a rehab program will leave their homes, work, and responsibilities for a month or more. It is in rehab that these same individuals will work endlessly to restore old and create new paths in their lives.
In order to decide if you need rehab, you should speak to a professional who can perform assessments and make a personalized recommendation. At A Forever Recovery we understand your fears and confusion regarding rehab and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
