Outpatient treatment gives rehabilitation clients the chance to maintain certain obligations and elements of their way of life while taking part in drug treatment services. Outpatient treatment is a moderate amount of rehabilitation, and shouldn't be mistaken for the degree of rehabilitation provided in an inpatient or residential rehab setting that's significantly more intensive. Outpatient treatment could be suitable for somebody who has a short history of substance abuse for instance, but will most surely not be adequate for an individual whose treatment needs exceed what outpatient treatment is prepared to provide. Individuals dealing with drug and alcohol use often require a considerable environmental change, because many of the things that trigger their drug and alcohol use are strictly environmental. For example, when someone has been physically or psychologically mistreated and this is triggering their drug abuse, it's impossible for any rehabilitation endeavours to have success should they return to such situations 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 5 to 7 days a week on either a part time or full time basis for 30 days or longer in some cases.