Alcohol abuse is a major health problem in the United States. Statistics show that about 16 million adults had an alcohol use disorder in 2015, and most who needed long-term alcohol treatment didn’t receive it. Less than ten percent of adults with alcohol abuse issues received any treatment. If you’re seeking help for a drinking problem, two primary choices are inpatient long-term alcohol treatment or outpatient treatment. Full recovery from alcohol addiction is possible, but it all comes down to which type of treatment is right for you.
Category: alcohol abuse
90-Day Alcohol Treatment Programs
A 90 day alcohol treatment program may be most effective choice when you’re struggling with an alcohol use disorder, but how long should your stay in treatment last?. That answer can vary per person, from 30, 60 to 90 days in an inpatient facility that provides a high level of structure, 24/7 monitoring and therapeutic treatment.
Underage Drinking and Graduation Season
Graduation is a time to celebrate accomplishments and look forward to new and exciting adventures. When the celebrations venture into underage drinking, which commonly happens when young people are in celebratory moods, dangerous situations can develop.