Pros & Cons of Inpatient Drug Rehab

Admin — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 15:14:30 +0000

A trained medical professional is best equipped to give advice on the pros & cons of inpatient drug rehab. People who have gone through such programs may have lots to say about inpatient therapy but their experience will not be yours. Each person’s experience in an inpatient drug rehab program is unique. Only a trained medical professional has the clarity of perspective and the proper background for giving this type of advice.

That said, here are a few generalities taken from advice given to people who are considering inpatient drug rehab programs for themselves or someone they care about.

Pros

Inpatient drug rehab programs are like an inpatient stay at a hospital in that the patient doesn’t go home until they are done with treatment. Patients stay in the drug rehabilitation program housing, eat there, and commit totally to the treatment. There is no going to work, no contact with family, the home, or any outside influence unless it’s totally proscribed and controlled by the medical professionals directing the program. This is a pro because it allows the patient to focus 100% on getting better without distractions of everyday life.
24 hour care is sometimes necessary when patients need help at any hour of the day.

Cons

Cost is high, since inpatient drug rehab is not covered by most insurance policies.
Removal from everyday life is sometimes necessary but is always difficult for the patient. No family, friends, social life, pets, or job.