Outpatient treatment gives rehab clients the opportunity to sustain specific responsibilities and aspects of their life-style while getting involved in drug and alcohol rehab services. Outpatient treatment is a moderate degree of treatment, and shouldn't be mistaken for the degree of treatment provided in an inpatient or residential rehab setting that is significantly more intensive. Outpatient treatment could be suitable for anyone who has a short history of substance abuse for example, but will almost certainly not be sufficient for an individual whose rehabilitation needs exceed what outpatient treatment is prepared to offer. Individuals dealing with substance abuse often require a considerable environmental change, because most of the things which trigger their drug abuse are purely environmental. As an example, when someone is being physically or psychologically mistreated and this is prompting their substance abuse, there is no way for any rehab efforts to achieve success should they return to such conditions on a daily basis. In outpatient treatment, individuals can engage in group and individual counseling, along with family counseling services. In outpatient treatment, most facilities offer services 5 to 7 days a week on either a part-time or full-time schedule for four weeks or longer in some instances.