Length of Detox

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Most professional addiction treatment starts with detox. It is a process by which your body eliminates the substance itself. Length of detox can be described as the amount of time it takes for the withdrawal symptoms to appear in a person and then subside.

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The time it takes your body to detoxify the substance typically ranges from four to five days, but they vary depending on the following factors:

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1. Age

2. The overall health of a person

3. Type of substance used

4. Amount of substance used 

5. Duration of substance used

 

Rapid Detox

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Rapid detox involves injecting a medication into the person when they are under anesthesia. It will allow the body to get rid of the abused substance. Doesn't that sound fascinating? Unfortunately, it is not as good as it sounds. There is no magic way of quickly turning into an un-addicted person. 

Rapid detox has several side effects, such as diarrhea, vomiting, and anxiety, and it can even lead to death.

 

Rapid detox can be a shortcut to your addiction treatment, but it is unpredictable and potentially dangerous. Therefore, it is always advised that you opt for other alternatives with fewer mental and physical risks.

 

5-Day and 7-Day Detox Programs

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Five and seven days detox programs take place under the supervision of medical professionals. It involves detoxification through medicine and constant monitoring.

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These programs should not be regarded as treatment or as an alternative to inpatient treatment for those who can’t afford it.

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Detox is just the first step of the addiction treatment regime; it’s not the end. There are many other interventions needed to recover from the addiction fully.

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Length of Inpatient Recovery Programs

 

After completing detox, a person can move toward an inpatient treatment program. It requires the individual to live at the treatment facility. The benefit of an inpatient treatment program is that it provides a higher level of care with 24/7 support from the medical staff at the facility.

 

In these programs, patients initially undergo detox to fight the physical effects of addiction. Afterward, relapse prevention techniques are introduced. Each individual's recovery period can vary depending upon their health status, mental conditions, and response to treatment. 

 

Inpatient rehabilitation programs are mainly based on an individual’s specific needs and the pace of their recovery. Some of the popular inpatient treatment programs are:

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• 30-day programs 

• 60-day programs

• 90-day programs 

 

30-Day Program

 

The most appropriate way to start addiction treatment is through a 30-day program. It is easier to commit to a 30-day program, and it will help you decide whether you should opt for more extended treatment or not.

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It consists of physical and mental care designed to heal individuals suffering from addiction. These 30 days will also allow the medical professionals to define further the course of treatment and aftercare that will be needed.

 

A 30-day program is the most cost-effective treatment plan and is usually covered by insurance.

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60-Day Program

 

A 60-day program has the advantage of extra time. At this time, the body can completely detoxify the substance used. This program also provides therapy sessions to work on familial, behavioral, or circumstantial factors that could have led to the addictive pattern. Therapy sessions sometimes also involve family members and loved ones; in this way, they get to contribute to the recovery of their beloved ones.

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In a 60-day program, an individual learns and adopts new habits to stay sober and avoid relapse. 60-day rehabilitation programs are mostly not covered by insurance, but the treatment center may offer different payment plans, including installments.

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90-Day Program

 

At first, the 90-day program looks exhausting, but the longer you seek addiction treatment, the more likely you will stay sober. 90-day programs include detox, therapy sessions (individual and groups), assessment and evaluation, and after-care. This allows you to learn to resist temptations and identify potential triggers for relapse.

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A 90-day treatment program is recommended for individuals with severe long-term addictions. These programs are often covered by insurance and may be costly.

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Extended Care Programs

 

After a 90-day treatment program, people often undergo extended care programs to solidify their habits to maintain sobriety. Through these programs, you immerse yourself in a sober environment.

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A sober living house, also known as a halfway house, offers a drug and alcohol-free environment focusing on peer-to-peer support to achieve individual goals of recovery. In this way, you can learn from the experiences of others and also help them through your own experiences.

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Sober living houses monitor the daily activities of individuals but allow them to attend school or work and participate in activities that can contribute to productivity and sobriety.

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Patients typically live in halfway houses for one to six months or a year. It allows them to adjust gradually to this new phase of their life.

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An extended care program is just an additional way to help those individuals who are not yet ready to face the world and want to master the skills they have acquired to maintain sobriety.