Short Term Addiction Treatment - Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facilities - Merrifield, VA.

Short Term substance abuse rehab is a phrase used for substance abuse treatment that is brief, and   lasts   from fourteen to 30 days in either a residential or in-patient rehabilitation program. Because treatment is so short, it is an ideal option cost-wise in most cases and for people who for some reason cannot commit to long-term rehabilitation.

Most short-term drug rehabilitation programs in Merrifield have psychotherapy and individual/group counseling which is basically relapse prevention. Because of the short time allowed for treatment services, most individuals will need to be fully detoxed before beginning treatment. One of the disadvantages of rehabilitation at a short-term drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility is that many people may still be experiencing the initial phases of withdrawal and may not be able to focus as well as someone who has detoxed and stabilized fully. This can make treatment within the specific timeframe much more challenging, as individuals may be moody and physically uncomfortable and experiencing intense cravings.

Recidivism rates are understandably higher among clients who only receive short term treatment as opposed to long term. People who participate in short term drug and alcohol rehabilitation and then phase into an outpatient program or day rehabilitation facility at least have a better chance of maintaining their sobriety, because they will maintain a support system while they progress in their new sober lifestyle.

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