As stated earlier, drug abuse prevention is possible if steps are taken to assure that it never occurs. Early education (and, in some states, this means presenting age-appropriate lectures and material as early as five-year kindergarten or at least by first grade), a stable home life with adequate parental supervision, and other positive influences can help a young person to make the right decisions concerning substance abuse.
However, many children are not afforded any of the things mentioned above. Others, even though they have been exposed to all of those things and more, still succumb to peer pressure or the urge to “try it just once.” For these people, it may no longer be a question of preventing it, but rather where to find drug rehab programs.
Thankfully, there are programs in every state that can provide drug abuse treatments. The programs are operated out of various facilities and are conducted in different ways so that people who need help can find a program that best suits their needs.
Drug rehab programs can be either inpatient or outpatient, depending on the severity of the treatment, and whether or not a person is able to attend an inpatient program or must utilize outpatient services. Even the types of drug abuse treatments vary.
Some facilities follow 12-step plans; others approach treatment in a holistic manner. Some facilities allow for flexibility on the client’s part in scheduling and participation, while others require patients to adhere to a strict schedule and regimen.
Information on the various types of drug rehab programs is available by logging on to http://www.abusegroup.com/ or 1-800-559-9503. Resources on drug abuse prevention are also available.
