Many people deny they have a problem with drugs or alcohol. Finally receiving treatment usually happens because they
have experienced legal troubles due to their problem or because friends or family have intervened and taken note of the problem.
The level of dependence is the deciding factor of what kind of treatment one should receive. If one has lost control and become
completely dependent, one should seek help at a residential treatment facility facility. At such a place, one would probably
expect to encounter:
Detoxification and withdrawals
Assessments and Treatments from medical professionals
Psychological and Psychiatric Help
Emphasis on abstaining substances
Drug treatments
Follow up visits and support groups
Mayo Clinic
The criminal justice system also plays a part in the treatment process at times. While it is generally involuntary, it
still proves to be an effective method of getting treatment for users. However, this does require one to get in trouble with
the law to be introduced to treatment. With the criminal justice system's help and guidance to treatment facilities, drug
use is cut in half and criminal activity sees a notable decrease.
National Institute of Drug Abuse
