Outpatient treatment gives rehabilitation clients the chance to sustain specific responsibilities and elements of their way of life while getting involved in alcohol and drug rehabilitation services. Outpatient treatment is a moderate amount of rehab, and shouldn't be mistaken for the degree of treatment offered within an inpatient or residential treatment program which is much more extensive. Outpatient treatment could be suited to a person who has a short history of substance abuse for instance, but will almost certainly not be sufficient for somebody whose rehabilitation needs exceed what outpatient treatment is prepared to provide. Individuals dealing with substance abuse often require a considerable environmental change, because most of the things which trigger their drug and alcohol use are purely environmental. For instance, when someone is being physically or psychologically abused and this is prompting their drug or alcohol use, it's impossible for any rehabilitation endeavours to succeed whenever they return to such circumstances on a regular basis. In outpatient treatment, individuals can engage in group and one-on-one therapy, as well as family therapy services. In outpatient treatment, most programs will provide services five to seven days each week on either a part-time or full time schedule for thirty days or longer in some instances.