Behavioral therapy has become more and more preferred as a primary treatment tool for addiction in Riverdale because it helps stop the cycle of abuse by changing a person's thought process and behavior patterns. Things which once triggered one's addictive behaviors doesn't receive the same type of response after effective behavioral therapy, and it may also help improve the individual's overall coping and life skills so they can have a happier, more successful life.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy can help isolate problem areas and destructive behaviors and help the person learn how to handle these behaviors and problems more effectively by practicing healthier coping methods. Motivational Enhancement Therapy addresses primarily a person's ambivalence toward treatment and effectively handling their substance abuse problem. In essence this type of behavioral therapy motivates the person to change their attitude in regards to their addiction so they can succeed at treatment and receive it of their own will. Family Behavior Therapy can assist family members to address addiction and co-occurring disorders, and engages families in the recovery process so that repairing and improving the home environment is also one of the main goals. This form of behavioral therapy has been found to be more effective than just basic counseling, especially for teens with conduct issues.
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