Rehab Centres

Rehab centres, also known as addiction treatment facilities, are clinics that help people dependent on alcohol or other drugs to begin clearing away the wreckage of the past and learning to live without having to resort to chemicals as a coping mechanism. Research suggests that staff at rehab centre’s should be well trained, closely supervised, confident in their roles and showing empathy to the clients. A high ratio of staff to client is also advisable. It is not essential for all of the staff to have gone through an addiction problem themselves, although it is helpful to have some of the staff who have gone through a process of recovery.

Be wary of addiction rehab centre’s that employ staff whose only qualification is being in personal recovery.
All recovering drug addicts relapse mentally, emotionally and spiritually before they physically pick up and drink alcohol or use drugs. Being vigilant about where we are in our recovery and the choices we’re making will lead to long term recovery. This is not a solo, around the world yacht race. Recovery from drug addictionrequires being open to input, opinions and perceptions of others who may have a different view of us, our pasts and what direction we need to follow today. All top rehab centres will have the ability to create a safe environment that allows you to be open to feedback from your peers and staff.

Being open to this available help and support is a cornerstone of maximising the time spent in any one of the top addiction rehab centres that we work with.  Please contact one of our treatment coordinators today for answers to your drug abuse rehab questions.  A rehab centre will use medical and psychological support as a part of the treatment process guiding addicts through recovery to a clean and substance-free life.

How do rehab centres work?

Enabling alcoholics, drug addicts and people with other process addictions, like eating disorders, gambling and sexual addictions to move forward and function healthily in society requires rehab centres to have a skilled team of professional addiction treatment consultants, including counsellors, doctors, nurses, psychologists and psychiatrists.
This professional team is most often referred to as a mutli-disciplinary team. Bringing multiple disciplines together at rehab centres is necessary to provide comprehensive addictions treatment.

Types of Rehab Centres

Alcohol and addiction rehab centres differ in program options, philosophies, credentials, staffing and pricing. Some of the different types of rehab centres are

• The most commonly found rehab centres are based on twelve-step philosophy
• Therapeutic community based centres
• Religiously based rehabilitation centres
• and the Medical Model rehab centre’s.

Despite the differences, most addiction rehab centre’s share the following two principles. Residents need to be drug and alcohol free during their stay (apart from tobacco), and a structured program including educational, psychological and social therapy is incorporated as a part of treatment.  Many addiction centres provide an initial detoxification program which follows through with rehabilitation and eventually follow-up or aftercare programs.

Choosing from all the different Rehab Centres

It can be rather daunting when attempting to choose the most suitable rehab centre for your specific needs. Before you make any final decisions, make sure that you are satisfied that all of your questions have been answered fully by all the different clinics you’re considering treatment at.  Make use of the resources available to you and feel free to contact one of our treatment coordinators for advice. The following guidelines are a few suggestions to help in your decision making process:

Not all rehab centres have a peaceful, tranquil setting. It’s a misconception that giving the individual time away from stresses and allowing for reflection is a key component of care at quality addiction treatment centres. Addictions treatment is demanding and there’s little time to relax and unwind. Receiving high quality rehab and finding recovery requires courage and much work and you’ll most likely be dropping into bed exhausted at the end of each day.

Engaging in treatment needs to be meaningful to allow you to feel useful, productive and like you’re beginning to take responsibility for your illness. Doing this will begin to get some power flowing back into your life, making you feel like you’re doing worthwhile work and thereby increasing your self esteem. An individually tailored therapy is more likely to lead to a successful recovery. A variety of treatment options is desirable including medical support, therapy, and even social, vocational and legal guidance. Treatment plans should be assessed regularly, in consultation with the team of rehab consultants as wellas patients and altered where necessary.

Good organisational standards are essential in rehabilitation centres as they lead to a well maintained and balanced facility. Rehab centres with poor organisational standards will more than likely have poor results. Professionally trained, experienced and empathic staff will create a positive addiction recovery atmosphere. Without properly trained staff your chances of recovery are reduced. The duration of stay at any rehab centre needs to be considered when choosing a treatment centre. Generally one to three months is an agreed length of stay where relapse is less likely to happen. In most cases, the longer the stay in rehab, the greater the success in recovery. Relapse prevention should be the long term goal and a holistic treatment including the restoration of emotional, mental and physical well-being. Motivation and self-effort needs to be included in the therapy programs. The client’s unhelpful attitudes and beliefs should be uncovered and overcome in an encouraging manner. Aftercare should be available in the form of self-help groups and one on one therapy sessions.

Practical Questions to Ask When Assessing Rehab Centres

• What is the centre’s philosophy on drug addiction and it’s effective treatment?
• What drug/alcohol treatment programs are available?
• What are the staffs’ qualifications and experience?
• What are the costs?
• What rehab services are covered by medical insurance?
• What drug detoxification programs are offered?
• What is the length of stay during rehab?
• Is there any family involvement in the program?
• What is their success rate?
• How is the transition from rehab to everyday life in society structured?

The Road of Drug Addiction Recovery

Of all the addiction rehab centres out there choosing the right  one is so important, as this decision should lead to a new way of life. Recovery does not take place overnight, it’s a process. This process will continue throughout life where daily choices are made to stay in recovery and not slide back into addictive thinking and behaviour.