The Differents

Using alcohol as a coping mechanism, or drinking excessively throughout the week, signals an alcohol use disorder.

Detox fully and safely removes toxic substances from the body, allowing the next steps in treatment to begin with a clean slate.

Consistent relapse occurs repeatedly, after partial recovery from addiction. This condition requires long-term treatment.

A person with multiple mental health diagnoses, such as addiction and depression, has co-occurring disorders also called dual diagnosis.

Drug addiction is the excessive and repetitive use of substances, despite harmful consequences to a person's life, health, and relationships.

Executive treatment programs typically directly support the needs of people who manage businesses and may provide flexible schedules and office space to allow work during treatment.

Opioids produce pain-relief and euphoria, which can lead to addiction. This class of drugs includes prescribed medication and the illegal drug heroin.

PTSD is a long-term mental health issue caused by a disturbing event or events. Symptoms include anxiety, dissociation, flashbacks, and intrusive thoughts.

In a PHP, patients live at home but follow an intensive schedule of treatment. Most programs require you to be on-site for about 40 hours per week.

Detox fully and safely removes toxic substances from the body, allowing the next steps in treatment to begin with a clean slate.

Some rehabs offer intensive programs for loved ones. Group and individual therapy sessions help everyone heal, and improve family dynamics.

In an IOP, patients live at home or a sober living, but attend treatment typically 9-15 hours a week. Most programs include talk therapy, support groups, and other methods.

In countries with universal healthcare, people can still choose to get private therapy. This makes it easier to find treatment tailored to your needs.

During outpatient rehab, patients attend a structured treatment program while continuing to live at home.

In a residential rehab program, patients live onsite, with access to daily treatment and 24-hour care. An average stay is 30-90 days.

A philosophy focusing on the biomechanics behind mental health disorders, using prescribed medications as a supplement to behavioral therapy.

A combination of scientifically rooted therapies and treatments make up evidence-based care, defined by their measured and proven results.

A non-medicinal, wellness-focused approach that aims to align the mind, body, and spirit for deep and lasting healing.

Individual care meets the needs of each patient, using personalized treatment to provide them the most relevant care and greatest chance of success.

Patient and therapist meet 1-on-1 to work through difficult emotions and behavioral challenges in a personal, private setting.

A practiced state of mind that brings patients to the present. It allows them to become fully aware of themselves, their feelings, and the present moment.

A type of cognitive therapy that identifies negative self-defeating thoughts and behaviors, rewriting beliefs to be positive, empowering, and present.

Localized magnetic pulses stimulate areas of the brain to increase brain activity and reduce abnormal functions.

This ancient practice can be mental, emotional, and even spiritual. In meditation, you focus your attention on the present moment without judgement.

This experiential approach uses the physical and emotional challenges of outdoor activities as tools for personal growth.

Visual art invites patients to examine the emotions within their work, focusing on the process of creativity and its gentle therapeutic power.

Therapists use cognitive behavior techniques to challenge how patients perceive their body and their worth, rewriting negative thoughts and attitudes.

Partners work to improve their communication patterns, using advice from their therapist to better their relationship and make healthy changes.