Do substance abuse treatment programs really work?
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Well, the aim of substance abuse treatment programs is to make the patient abstain from taking the substance that he happens to be dependent upon. It also aims to bring back his productivity, be it in the family, workplace, or community. Studies have shown that such programs have significantly decreased the usage of drugs and alcohol as well as diminished criminal activity. It has also paved the way to the reduction of the proliferation of HIV infection, as well as other diseases. Keep in mind, though, that the success of treatment programs such as this still relies upon the individual. Your acquaintance, after finishing with the program, will have to continually avoid being lured to do drugs or alcohol again.
YES, IT WILL REDIRECT YOUR LIFE...
BECAUSE OF ITS PURPOSES.
Purpose: "The purpose of a substance abuse program is to establish and maintain a drug free, alcohol free, safe, healthy work environment for all employees."
The only way Treatment Programs work if the one taking the class wants the help.
Seriously, I think it must really depend on the commitment of the person going through the program. "Promises" in Malibu is supposed to be a great rehab center, but look at Lindsay Lohan and Brittany Spears, who don't seem re-habbed at all. I think the prime purpose of a substance abuse program is to get the patient free of his substance-- while he's in the program he can't be drinking or drugging, and hopefully he'll learn some new healthy and social activities not connected to "using." I think these programs are most effective when the person has a strong support group (of non-users) when he comes out of the program so he is not lured into his old habits. Good luck to your acquaintance!
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