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Substance Use Disorder: Long-term Treatment<\/h3>
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Substance Use Disorder<\/a> is very often difficult to cope with and manage. The likely scenario is that you have concerned family, friends or colleagues trying to convince the addict that they need help and the addict is unwilling to get help. They are convinced that the problem is not as serious as everyone believes or that they can manage the issue on their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once the individual has committed to treatment and the drug treatment centre<\/a> has been chosen, the question of the length of treatment needs to be addressed. Intensive 28 day programs have become popular due to convenience and the financial aspect as most medical aids do cover a portion of the 28 days, but this is not the standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is no quick fix for Substance Use Disorder; recovery is a life long process. There are no guarantees when it comes to treatment, but research has shown that the longer a person stays in treatment, the greater the chances of success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As intensive as a 28-day program can be, the process is usually rushed. A minimum of 90 days is recommended for the treatment of drug and alcohol addiction. This allows for a more comprehensive approach to be taken to give the individual the best chance for success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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