Outpatient treatment gives treatment clients the opportunity to sustain specific responsibilities and elements of their lifestyle while getting involved in drug rehabilitation services. Outpatient treatment is a moderate level of treatment, and shouldn't be mistaken for the amount of rehabilitation offered in an inpatient or residential treatment program which is much more intensive. Outpatient treatment could possibly be suited to anyone who has a short history of drug or alcohol use for instance, but will almost certainly not be sufficient for a person whose rehab needs exceed what outpatient treatment is able to provide. Individuals dealing with drug abuse often need a considerable environmental change, because most of the things that trigger their substance abuse are strictly environmental. By way of example, if someone has been physically or psychologically mistreated and this is triggering their drug abuse, it's impossible for any treatment endeavours to achieve success whenever they go back to such situations each day. In outpatient treatment, clients can benefit from group and one-on-one therapy, as well as family counseling services. In outpatient treatment, most facilities offer services 5 to 7 days each week on either a part-time or full-time schedule for 1 month or longer in some cases.