Facts
- Of the over 2 million Americans aged 12 or older in need of treatment for an illicit drug or alcohol use problem in 2010, 2.6 million received this treatment at a specialty facility. However, 20.5 million persons who required treatment did not receive it.
- Over the past quarter of a century, recreational use of marijuana has increased significantly and has come to be considered by large numbers of young people as a normal leisure activity.
- Students that have an exam and need to pull an all-nighter may take a significant dose of Adderall to instantly become more alert and stay up all night to prepare and cram for school.
- Research indicates that when compared with individuals not involved in drug abuse and addiction, substance-abusing employees are more likely to change jobs more often, be tardy or absent from work, be less productive, be involved in more accidents, file workers' compensation claims
Residential Short-Term Treatment (30 Days or Less) - BudeA residential short-term treatment (30 days or less) program offers care 24 hours a day 7 days a week for an average of 30 days (or less) depending on the treatment center. The individuals live at the rehab facility and are ensured a completely alcohol and drug-free environment throughout their recovery process. While in treatment they address their difficulties with drug and/or alcohol addiction while understanding how to go about their life without turning to drugs to resolve their problems. When the person has finished their residential short-term treatment, they often continue their recovery process by heading into outpatient treatment, attending meetings, therapy or counseling. Seriously addicted people who have a long history of substance abuse will benefit from residing at a sober living home after they complete rehab. This will help them solidify their new found sobriety and give them strength and support.