Teen Alcohol And Drug Rehab Centers In Washington, DC

Substance abuse can impact people of all ages, with some people finding themselves developing this health problem in their adolescent years. With the right help, these patients have a chance to finding their way back to health and going on to live a fulfilling life.

The adolescents in the nation’s capital remain in critical need of the right care to help them with their substance abuse problems. Between 6.31 and 14.58 percent of the youth between ages 12 and 17 have used illicit drugs in the past month in the area around Washington, DC. Not only are such large numbers of children using these substances, but between 2.32 and 4.13 of youth in this age bracket also need treatment for a substance abuse problem, but are not receiving the care they need. According to a report compiled by SAMHSA, an estimated 3,000 adolescents in the city also had a major depressive episode each year from 2013 to 2014. These mental health concerns mean that many of the patients who need substance abuse treatment also need facilities that are equipped to help them with these mental illnesses as well.

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Substance abuse treatment for adolescents

Substance abuse treatment for adolescents can take a variety of forms. Depending upon a number of factors, such as the patient’s at-home support system, the duration and intensity of the substance abuse problem and whether or not the patient has been through rehab before, will impact whether or not they will be better served by an inpatient or an outpatient facility. During inpatient treatment, patients will live at the residential facility from anywhere from a few weeks to a few months. Many programs that accept teenagers also offer some type of academic support during their stay. At the facility, patients will receive 24/7 support and treatment from trained and experienced doctors and therapists.

Outpatient treatment means that the patient will go to treatment for a few hours a day and then come home to their family at night. This treatment can range from one meeting a day, a few days a week to spending hours every day at the facility receiving a variety of types of therapy. Once again, the level of treatment needed will depend upon the needs of the patient.

It is also important for patients and their families to think about the other potential care needs of the patient. Those who are struggling with certain substances, such as opiates, may need a medically-supervised detox period to help them successfully rid their bodies of the substance. Many patients also need continued therapy after resuming their regular lives to help them cope with the transition and maintain their sobriety.

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