Different Forms of Drug and Alcohol Rehab

by Anna Dyer

Overview

Rehab, or drug and alcohol rehabilitation, is a term used to describe the psychotherapeutic and/or medical treatment for chemical dependency on substances such as alcohol, prescription drugs and "street" drugs like marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamines, opiates and more.
Outpatient Rehab

Outpatient treatment is structured so the patient is free to continue daily life and activities while attending group counseling sessions at regularly scheduled times.

Inpatient Rehab

Inpatient rehabilitation centers are live-in facilities where the patients can be constantly monitored by professional staff. Participation in regular daily activities is limited, if allowed at all.
Individual Rehab

Many mental health and addictions specialists offer individual counseling for drug and alcohol rehabilitation. This is a good option for those who prefer to receive treatment on a private basis, or for those who seek additional counseling in addition to other forms of rehabilitation.
Juvenile Rehab

Juvenile rehabilitation can take place in an inpatient or outpatient setting, or can be administered through individual counseling sessions. Juvenile rehabilitation often encourages the involvement of parents and/or close family members.
Correctional Rehab

Correctional drug and alcohol rehabilitation may be administered inside a correctional institution or outside the institution after release. Correctional rehabilitation is often court mandated as a part of sentencing, parole or probation.

Overview