The Advantages of Inpatient Rehabilitation

Typically, inpatient rehabilitation for substance abuse and addiction is more aggressive in terms

of therapy and group sessions. Some people may decide that outpatient rehabilitation is a

better choice for them, but sometimes inpatient is more effective in terms of getting to the

root of the issue and really taking the time to overcome the addiction.

There are Several Benefits to Inpatient Treatment Programs:

They are able to interact with other addicts. This is often effective because they feel a

sense of security knowing that they're not alone. While they have a different story of

addiction, being around other's in treatment will make them feel less isolated - plus,

they have the support of other's to fight their urges and cravings.

Meals are prepared for them. By preparing

their meals, it takes a little bit of the stress

away from the first few days in treatment.

Plus, by preparing their meals, their diets are

well taken care of and they are provided with

the nutrients required to get their health back

on track.

They are living in a structured environment.

Obviously, inpatient programs are set to a

specific schedule in terms of therapy, free

time, visits, etc. These set schedules provide a

structure that helps in keeping their mind off

using. With engaging in productive activities,

addicts will be distracted from their desire to

use.

The statistics are in favor of inpatient. It has been proven that those who participate in a

30-day inpatient treatment program have a doubled rate of success for achieving long

term sobriety.

While there are not a lot of disadvantages to inpatient rehab, there are a few and they mostly

revolve around not being with one's family and taking time off work. When it comes to visits,

their families will only be allowed to see them on designated days. However, the overall goal of

inpatient rehab strongly outweighs the two disadvantages.