15 myths about rehab debunked

15 ThingsAbout Rehab

That Aren’t True

I’ll lose my job.

FACT

You’re more likely to lose your job if you DON’T get help.

Don’t let the fear of losing your job stop you from getting the help you need.

You may have many options to take time off work, including:

· Employee assistance programs. · Family and Medical Leave Act coverage. · Vacation time.

Your supervisor doesn’t even have to know you’re going to rehab.

Treatment is a quick fix.

Recovery is an ongoing process that continues after rehab.

FACT

Even after you leave rehab, you’ll need to work hard to remain sober and live a life in recovery. You may even need to return to rehab multiple times throughout your life.

It’s especially important to have an aftercare plan put in place to help you once you leave rehab. This includes things like 12-Step programs, therapy sessions, and having a solid support group of family and friends.

I need to hit

rock bottom first.

If you wait to hit rock bottom, it could be too late.

FACT

The longer you wait to get treatment, the more likely it is that your addiction will get worse.

Stop putting off rehab until tomorrow or next week—the longer you wait, the harder it will be for you to recover from your addiction.

I’ll have religion

forced on me.

Many programs don’t use a religious approach.

FACTIf you don’t want a program that uses religion as a tool, there are other options.

You want to make sure that the program’s core values and beliefs reflect your own so you will get the most out of rehab.

Only choose a program that you feel comfortable with and will be able to stick with in the long term.

screwed up person there.

I’ll be the most/least

Everybody else is probably worried about the same thing.

FACTIt’s not uncommon to have low self-esteem when you enter rehab, or feel like you’re not at the same stage as everyone else.

Treatment centers will help you through these feelings and you’ll also get to know others who feel just the same as you do.

I can’t afford it.

A lot of low-cost options are available.

FACTCost should never deter you from getting treatment. Dealing with your addiction alone or not seeking help at all could cost you more in the long run. Your health and well-being should be your number one concern.

Medicare and Medicaid cover your screening for addiction and, in some cases, may even cover your treatment. If not, ask the facility how much your insurance will cover.

Also look into stabilization programs,12-Step programs, and other low-cost treatment options.

Rehab is a waste

of time.

Rehab

helps many people

recover.FACT

There’s a reason why so many seek treatment for their addiction. Rehab will help you get your life back on track and return to a healthy and sober lifestyle.

Rehab will help you with a number of things, including:

· Discontinuing your substance abuse. · Improving your social and work life. · Repairing damaged relationships with those you love.

All recovery programsare the same.

There are many different types of treatment options.

FACT You have a lot of options when it comes to recovery programs, including:

· Inpatient. · Outpatient. · 12-Step. · Luxury. · Group therapy.

Don’t make your decision lightly; make sure you choose the right treatment type for your needs.

Everyone will find out

I’m an addict.

Treatment centers respect your confidentiality.

FACTYou don’t have to worry about everyone knowing you’re in rehab. Treatment centers are required by law to keep your information confidential.

However, you may wish to let your loved ones know you are seeking treatment, as support from close friends and family could be extremely helpful on your road to recovery.

Detox will be a nightmare.

Treatment facilities will help you detox safely.

FACT

It’s no secret that detox can be uncomfortable, especially if you’ve been using for a long time. You can be sure that treatment centers do their best to help you through this period as safely and easily as possible.

Detoxing in a facility is a much better idea than detoxing alone. In a treatment center, you have the benefit of medical care and continued monitoring during this difficult time.

No one will understand me.

Others at the treatment center will feel the same as you.

FACT If you’re feeling like you’re the odd one out in rehab, chances are, others feel the same way.

Rehab will help you work through these feelings of isolation and help you feel comfortable in expressing your feelings.

Without rehab, you risk these feelings developing into harmful paranoia and isolating you even further.

I’m too old.

You’re never too old to get help.FACT

People from all age groups seek help for their addiction. Don’t feel ashamed about your age—recovering is a lifelong process and repeat attempts, even later in life, aren’t pointless.

If you prefer, there may be treatment options that specialize in your age group, so do some research before making your final decision.

Rehab is like boot camp.

Most programs no longer use a confrontational approach.

FACTTreatment programs are concerned with your comfort and well-being and realize that other day-to-day activities are beneficial in addition to your counseling sessions.

While in rehab, you’ll be given time for recreational activities and the facility may organize group activities, such as movie nights.

I’ll have to put

my life on hold.

Some programs allow you to live your day-to-day life as usual.

FACT You don’t have to get inpatient treatment if you don’t want to.

There are many programs that allow you to recover while still going to school or work and seeing your friends and family.

However, inpatient treatment is recommended for serious cases or if you need to get away from your everyday life in order to recover.

Choose the option that’s right for you.

Rehab is boring.

Rehab can beincredibly insightful and helpful.

FACT Addiction treatment is what you make of it. You can choose to see it as boring, or as the beginning of a new, revitalized life.

You’ll meet other people struggling with the same problems, find out why you turned to substance abuse in the first place, and learn how to stay clean and sober.

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