Adolescent Drug Treatment Programs
By Craig Rogers
Your search for adolescent drug treatment programs is one of the most important processes you will ever face. This decision is extremely critical, and you need to be informed, educated, and empowered. Our recommendation is that you look for adolescent drug treatment programs near you first, but be prepared to look to other geographic areas. The location of the adolescent drug treatment programs is the least important of all the factors.
Types of Adolescent Drug Treatment Programs
You have different types of programs available to you; residential treatment centers, outpatient treatment programs, or hospital inpatient programs. Our suggestion is that you search out facilities providing drug rehab services specifically for adolescents. Look for facilities providing services targeted to your specific needs, for example; if you need help with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders then make sure that the program you choose has those exact services. For,court-referred individuals, make sure that they will support your legal obligations. Another important issue is that of payment (private pay vs. insurance pay), and whether payment assistance is available.