Outpatient treatment gives treatment clients the ability to sustain certain responsibilities and aspects of their lifestyle while taking part in alcohol and drug treatment services. Outpatient treatment is a moderate amount of rehabilitation, and shouldn't be mistaken for the degree of rehab provided in an inpatient or residential rehab setting which is a lot more extensive. Outpatient treatment could be suited to someone who has a short history of substance abuse for example, but will certainly not be adequate for somebody whose treatment needs go beyond that which 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 prompt their drug and alcohol use are purely environmental. For example, if someone has been physically or psychologically mistreated and this is prompting their drug or alcohol use, it's impossible for any rehabilitation endeavours to have success if they go back to such circumstances each day. In outpatient treatment, individuals can benefit from group and individual therapy, along with family counseling services. In outpatient treatment, most centers will provide services six or seven days each week on either a part time or full-time schedule for 1 month or longer in some cases.