Identifying the problem
Addiction rates in young adults continue to rise and the addiction epidemic doesn’t have a one-size-fits-all solution. Individuals seeking addiction treatment often have cooccurring disorders. Offering the best-suited level of treatment starts with identifying and understanding the problem of each individual. A young adult rehab & treatment provider will often ask questions prior to recommendation in order to better understand the unique problems of each individual.
- What substance(s), including alcohol, is the individual abusing?
- What is the frequency and quantity of use?
- Has the individual ever been diagnosed with a mental health disorder?
- Has the individual ever been treated for substance abuse in the past?
Making a decision
For college aged adults, making a decision to seek addiction treatment can be the most difficult part of the process. Drugs and alcohol are more accessible than ever, and are commonplace within many social circles in the college aged demographic. Despite the suffering and consequences of substance abuse, young adults often choose to continue on in the addiction lifestyle while life continues to unravel. The fear of change and social pressures can keep young adults from seeking treatment long after they need it. However, once an individual is ready to accept that they have a problem and need help, identifying proper treatment is vital to long-term success.
Establishing support
The positive support of family and loved ones can be pivotal in following through with the decision to seek treatment at a young adult rehab program. Judgment and criticism from parents and family can contribute to difficulty in the individual’s ability to be honest, open, and willing to seek treatment. Substance abuse is a treatable mental health condition and not simply a behavioral problem. Young adults who receive treatment will be dealing with big changes in every area of their lives. The cooperation and support from family and loved ones as they go through the steps of treatment will contribute to their success. Encouragement while seeking new, healthy friendships, support groups, and ongoing aftercare is essential.
Selecting a treatment provider
Once your loved one is ready and willing to seek help from a young adult rehab program, choosing a facility can be overwhelming. Here are several questions to consider asking when interviewing prospective programs:
- What type of licensing or accreditation does the program have?
- What levels of care does the program offer?
- Is medical detoxification offered as part of treatment?
- What is the patient-to-counselor ratio?
- Does the program offer an individualized addiction treatment plan?
- Does the program address a full range of needs to help the individual including medical, psychological, spiritual, social, and health and wellness issues?
- What kind of family programs are available?
- What is the environment at the facility like?
- Is there ongoing support after leaving treatment?
- Does the program work with health insurance companies?
What to expect at a Young Adult Rehab
An initial recommendation can range from weekly general outpatient to inpatient detox and rehabilitation, depending on individual’s condition. Once under the care of the treatment provider, a full drug and alcohol assessment along with a psychological evaluation will be performed to develop a treatment plan. As the individual progresses through treatment, an after care plan will be established by the clinical staff. Particularly for young adults, the healthy support and involvement from parents and loved ones is helpful to the development of after care plans and long-term abstinence from substances.
Make The Decision Today
Bradford Recovery Center operates PA drug rehab services and NY drug rehab centers with dedicated young adult “track programs”. Our expert clinical team is trained to tailor individualized addiction treatment and recovery plan to your unique needs. Call the Bradford admissions team today.
