With so many different rehab alternatives in Many to choose from it can be confusing which program would be the best for you or a loved one. If you cannot afford or commit to residential or inpatient treatment there are outpatient options that are more intensive than regular outpatient care, such as outpatient day treatment that is also sometimes referred to as partial hospitalization. The most obvious difference is that clients do not remain at the program like in inpatient, and head home after treatment every day. Outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization generally consists of treatment services being delivered at least 5 days per week, for up to 8 hrs each day. Apart from this option being used as a main rehab option, outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization can also be of help to individuals who have finished inpatient treatment reintegrate back into a sober lifestyle.
Rehabilitation services include traditional rehab services such as individual counseling and group therapy, but there are also relapse prevention services in place like support groups that are known to help prevent bad behaviors and motivate individuals to get treated and stay sober. For individuals having trouble with a co-occurring mental health issues, many outpatient day treatment or partial hospitalization centers also offer rehab for dual diagnosis.