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Did you know that 50% of deaths (suicides, homicides, accidents) for people between the ages of 15 and 24 involve alcohol or drug abuse? With the inclusion of alcohol and tobacco, the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics (NCDAS) estimates that about 165 million, or 60.2% of Americans above twelve years, have used a drug within the last 30 days.
To that end, there are many avenues where individuals suffering from drug and alcohol disorders can get help, such as rehab facilities. Rehab follows an intensive, supervised program to help individuals stop using alcohol or drugs. They also equip individuals with the tools to continuity and live life clean.
This post looks at all you need to know concerning rehab aftercare for drug and alcohol disorders.
What is Rehab Aftercare?
About 85% to 95% of people who completed their rehab program remained drug-free nine months after the program, while 80% claimed that their quality of life and overall health had improved after rehab. Additionally, it is estimated that one out of three people who complete a drug and alcohol treatment program will remain sober.
All this can be attributed to rehab aftercare. Over time, Rolling Hills Recovery Center discovered that addiction recovery is a long-term process that continues after treatment. Rehab aftercare is any help given to a patient to maintain sobriety after completing the program. It can be anything from interventions, activities, and resources that help minimize stress, triggers, and cravings that are common after treatment.
Creating an aftercare plan is crucial because most people find it difficult to transition out of treatment, especially in the first few months. When your time at the rehab facility is almost to an end, you are likely to meet with counselors, therapists, or case managers who can help to create an aftercare plan. Many factors go into creating an aftercare plan, such as how long or often you may need care. This is why consulting with a specialist will help you determine your needs and find resources in your local community.
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Aftercare Programs
Accepting that you have a drug and alcohol disorder is the first step toward recovery. After completing rehab, you have to transition to a world where you can access unlimited drugs and alcohol, which is challenging for most. Fortunately, programs, resources, and organizations are created to help people transition into normalcy without drugs while avoiding a relapse. Here are some standard programs to help recovering addicts thrive without any substances.
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Dr. Williams presently serves on the board of Directors for two non-profit service organizations. He holds a Master’s degree in Human Services from Lincoln University, Philadelphia, Pa, and a Ph.D. with a concentration in Clinical Psychology from Union Institute and University. In Cincinnati, Ohio. He is licensed to practice addictions counseling in both New Jersey and Connecticut and has a pending application as a practicing Psychologist in New Jersey.
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Sober Living Homes
The lack of stable alcohol and drug-free living environment can be a severe obstacle for a recovering addict. There was a need for alcohol and drug-free environments for individuals motivated to abstain from their vice completely. This is where the idea for sober living homes came from and was brought to life in California. The houses are not funded or licensed by the local government or state, and the recovering addict has to pay for their costs.
Sober living homes are designed to address halfway homes' drawbacks. There is no formal treatment, with most homes strongly encouraging a 12-step self-help group attendance. Residents of sober living homes are supposed to follow the house rules such as paying rent and other fees, avoiding relapse, attending house meetings, and participating in house chores.
Therapy and Counseling Options
Counseling and therapy sessions are part of rehab services and are often held every day and sometimes multiple times a day when a person is an inpatient. It is the most critical part of the recovery process, and the sessions should be continued as part of the aftercare plan. Therapy and counseling sessions are equally essential after rehab and are especially beneficial to newly sober alcohol and drug abusers.
As a recovering addict, it would be best to attend weekly sessions, reducing the frequency over time to bi-weekly and monthly, depending on how stable your sobriety is. The session will significantly help individuals with a dual diagnosis with an underlying mental health condition who often require treatment for both conditions.
Intensive Outpatient Programs
Intensive outpatient programs were created to address depression, addiction, eating disorders, and more without needing to detox or be supervised. It caters to recovering addicts with “multi-dimensional instabilities” such as co-occurring disorders. The program helps recovering addicts transition to normalcy, similar to after-school for alcohol and drug abuse disorder.
The programs offer structure allowing the person to keep living at home and go to work or school for the duration of the treatment. In most cases, intensive outpatient programs are used as a follow-up after the detoxification process and an aftercare plan for patients who have completed an inpatient program. The program is an entire aftercare plan, and it is what most recovering addicts settle on as their preferred care option because it provides:
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Aftercare Groups
Groups form a vital part of alcohol and drug abuse disorder recovery because they can provide an individual with a network of similar people who are also looking to stay sober. The groups are highly effective because people share their personal experiences and are ideal for recovering addicts with co-occurring mental conditions like anxiety and depression.
The most popular forms of groups are 12-step programs, but there are more options available that can fit into most people's aftercare plans. According to the NCBI, there are five types of group therapies effective in alcohol and drug abuse aftercare treatment.
Conclusion
Most recovering alcohol and drug addicts claim that the recovery process after completion is usually more challenging than accepting rehab. Since addiction recovery is usually an ongoing process that can take even years, you need to have an aftercare plan for leaving the rehab facility.
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