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There are several things to consider when deciding to seek assistance for addiction or any issue that you need help overcoming. Often times people are afraid to discuss the topic of recovery or treatment because there is a stigma attached to the notion of having an addiction. What many do not realize is that having an addiction is not something that can be handled over night and it should be treated with the same care and concern as someone who needs help because they have a disease. Addiction can be considered a silent disease as it is not always easily detectable nor is it popular to discuss. If you or someone you know are interested in learning more about finding the right treatment center, here are 4 things to think about before making a final selection.
- Type of therapy. This is very important to think about as the type of treatment you commit to can vary greatly. You should take into consideration that there are some treatment centers that offer inpatient and outpatient options. Other centers offer individual or group therapy. For instance, it is best to check their locations as you may not be able to participate in outpatient treatment if you live several hours away. If you know that your likelihood to be successful is increased if you stay at the facility and complete a longer term program, choosing an inpatient program may be the better option.
- Insurance coverage and costs. Before making a commitment to attend a treatment center, it is best to contact your insurance company and check to see if you will receive any type of coverage. If your plan does not offer monetary assistance, you will need to take a look at your finances and analyze your budget. If you are unable to afford the treatment center, there may be staff at the center that can help you come up with payment options.
- Program type. The program type can be a very important factor as it will determine if you will be involved in a program that is religious based or not. Some programs use a 12 step system, others use different methods.
- Resources and Support. Perhaps this is the most crucial aspect of choosing a treatment center. The resources and support offered to you while in the program and afterwards is critical in your long-term success. Look for a center that will provide support in the form of friendships, lifestyle coaching, and even family support. Not only will it be important for you to make a lifestyle change after completing a treatment program, but your family will also need to participate in changing their lifestyle as well. Many family members may be shocked that they are being asked to learn about addiction and how to be supportive as well as learn what habits, themselves, need to change for the better. Family members often have a hard time taking responsibility in changing their behavior as they do not believe that they have a “problem.” What family members do not understand, sometimes, is that their actions can trigger or cause a relapse. For example, if your brother decides to have a drink in front of you right after you got out of rehab, it is likely you may want to have a drink. Now this is not to say that you are not responsible for your actions, you certainly are. However there are some things that you will need your family to change such as offering you a drink when you have been sober and are trying to remain clean.
Attending a treatment center takes time, consideration, and a great deal of research to find a place that will meet your needs, be within your budget, offer the program type of interest, as well as provide support and resources for you after the program.
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