Does everyone who has a drug or alcohol problem need to go to a drug rehab center for a program? The answer is most likely no. Rehab is most definately for clients who are out of control. It is for people who have tried to quit on several occations on their own and have failed. They may have tried counseling and outpatient therapy already. They may have even tried some weekend intensive seminars with still no sustainable long term sobriety.

A residential treatment program makes sense for clients with the above characteristics. There are obviously a lot of people with problem drinking and drug use, who are not as far down the road of addiction as this. They may just be starting to lose control of their life. They could still be holding down their job and are just starting to feel the consequences of their actions. There are some interesting and varied ideas on different ways to manage this. One is moderation management. This is a planned way to decrease and control the behavior. This is obviously not a choice for someone whose life is totally out of control. Abstinence is a better choice for that individual. For some people with a much milder addiction, this might be a viable choice. If you think you may into this group, why not check out their site. Not everyone should go to a drug rehab center. What is Moderation Management is the link to their site. Have a look and see what you think.

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