Short Term Rehab:  What You Should Know

When an alcoholic or addict is faced with rehab they are also faced with a lot of questions, the answers to which may not be readily apparent on the surface.  The process of recovery from alcoholism and drug addiction is not one that is over quickly; the path to recovery from addiction is one that must be walked for the rest of the addict’s life.

Short Term Rehab facilities are intended for those who need immediate care for periods of up to 90 days.  It is during this period, also known as the detox or “drying out” period, that the physical symptoms of addiction recovery are most apparent and the most difficult for many to handle.  The actual detox itself can take anywhere from 3-7 days depending on the individual and the extent of the addiction.  After detox comes the crucial process of preparing the individual for a life without drugs or alcohol.

Through the assistance of short term rehab staff members as well as one on one counseling and peer support groups, the short term rehab experience can be a positive one and one that will give the recovering addict a strong and sure foothold in the first steps toward their recovery.