Outpatient treatment gives treatment clients the opportunity to maintain specific responsibilities and aspects of their way of life while taking part in alcohol and drug rehab services. Outpatient treatment is a moderate amount of treatment, and shouldn't be mistaken for the degree of rehab offered within an inpatient or residential rehab setting which is much more extensive. Outpatient treatment may be suited to anyone who has a short history of drug abuse for example, but will certainly not be sufficient for somebody whose rehabilitation needs go beyond that which outpatient treatment is prepared to provide. Individuals involved in substance abuse often need a considerable change of environment, because most of the things which prompt their drug abuse are strictly environmental. For example, if a person is being physically or psychologically mistreated and this is triggering their drug or alcohol use, there is no way for any rehab endeavours to succeed should they go back to such situations each day. In outpatient treatment, individuals can engage in group and one-on-one therapy, along with family therapy services. In outpatient treatment, most facilities will provide services five to seven days a week on either a part time or full time schedule for 1 month or longer in some instances.