Outpatient treatment gives rehab clients the ability to sustain specific responsibilities and elements of their way of life while taking part in drug rehabilitation services. Outpatient treatment is a moderate level of treatment, and should not be mistaken for the degree of rehabilitation provided within an inpatient or residential rehab setting that is much more extensive. Outpatient treatment may be suitable for somebody who has a short history of drug or alcohol use for example, but will certainly not be adequate for somebody whose rehab needs go beyond what outpatient treatment is able to offer. Individuals dealing with drug and alcohol use often need a considerable change of environment, because many of the things that trigger their substance abuse are strictly environmental. For instance, if someone has been physically or psychologically abused and this is triggering their substance abuse, it's impossible for any rehab endeavours to succeed whenever they return to such conditions on a regular basis. In outpatient treatment, individuals can engage in group and individual therapy, as well as family therapy services. In outpatient treatment, most centers offer services five to seven days a week on either a part-time or full time basis for 30 days or longer in some instances.