Substance Abuse Programs for Vetrans - Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Programs - Fort Washington, PA.

Substance abuse facilities for Veterans are crucial for the mental health and overall stability of Veterans of all branches of the armed forces. Because drug and alcohol abuse and other mental health disorders are found at above average rates among Vets, it is important that Veterans get the assistance they need due to such high suicide rates also associated with these disorders among Veterans.

Drug and alcohol abuse programs for Veterans in Fort Washington are available from the VA, with services that include measures to handle associated problems such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, pain, disturbed sleep, irritability, and/or relationship problems which most commonly trigger addiction disorders among Vets. Treatment for addiction and associated problems among Veterans includes individual and group therapy and psychotherapies that can increase an individual's desire to change. Involvement in other support such as AA and other support groups is recommended. Medications are also used in some instances to help Military Veterans lessen their drug, alcohol and tobacco use.

Substance abuse programs for Military Vets can be found during the evening and weekend hours, with both outpatient and residential programs available. Facilities which are Women-Only or Men-Only and those for homeless Veterans are available in certain areas.

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