Teen Alcohol And Drug Rehab Centers In Maryland

In Maryland, illicit drug use is a problem that plagues many young people. In the past month, an estimated 10.40 to 14.58 percent of the population between 12 and 17 years old have used these substances. Even more problematic is that an estimated 3.53 to 4.13 percent of children in that age range are in need of substance abuse treatment but do not receive the care they need. It is also important to remember that for many patients facing substance abuse problems, mental health is a critical component of successful rehabilitation. Between 2013 and 2014, there were an average of 52 major depressive episodes each year among teenagers.

Substance abuse can be a devastating illness. When a person develops this disorder, they find it increasingly challenging to top using their substance of choice, regardless of the problems it causes for them and those around them. These patients need quality treatment so that they can begin to move past the disorder and reclaim their health. For adolescents in particular, their entire lives are still ahead of them. The right care will give them the tools they need to achieve their goals.

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When an adolescent begins to develop a substance abuse problem, their loved ones around them might notice a variety of signs and symptoms. There might be changes in the person’s behavior, such as drops in grades, aggression or the child secluding themselves from others in the family. Caregivers and parents might even find various drug paraphernalia. Treatment at this age is very important. Not only to these patients have the chance to correct their course and still have fulfilling, productive lives, but teenagers who abuse illicit substances in their youth have a far greater chance of becoming dependent upon the substances in adulthood than those who do not indulge in their teen years.

There are a variety of treatment options available for patients. They will be assisted in determining a course of action, including a move toward wither outpatient treatment or inpatient treatment. Inpatient treatment tends to be the better option for those who have struggled a long time with their substance abuse problem, those who have tried rehab before and those who do not have a strong support system at home.

It is also important for the loved ones of the teen to pay attention to other aspects of the treatment. For example, family therapy can be an important component of care. The right family therapy can help identify problematic dynamics that are damaging the bonds between members of the family. Improving the relationships among the members along with communication skills can help the family to provide a better support system for the patient.

There is also a need for patients to receive some kind of continued support after they finish their treatment. This support can help them maintain their sobriety as they return to society and are faced with many of the situations and triggers that led to the substance abuse disorder in the first place.

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