Health&Wellness Magazine May 2016 | Page 39

For advertising information call 859.368.0778 or email [email protected] | May 2016 sions and weekly doctor’s visits. These may vary depending on the location you attend treatment at. The length of these programs will vary as well, but they will typically range from three to six weeks. Intensive outpatient programs are programs that typically require three counseling sessions per week. These are normally three hour sessions at each visit. These sessions mainly consist of group counseling sessions but may also include some individual counseling sessions. The length of these programs typically last longer than partial hospitalization programs and can range from a few weeks to a few months. Many times this will depend on the patient’s insurance plan and their progress in treatment. Outpatient is the type of treatment that patients are able to stay in the longest. The requirements can vary greatly depending on the program, but it typically starts with someone attending weekly individual and group counseling sessions. As the patient begins to progress in their treatment and sobriety the amount of sessions they are required to attend may begin to decrease. Medication assisted treatment can occur at any of the levels of care mentioned. This type of treatment is when someone receives some form of medication to aid in their recovery and can be either short or longer term. These medications are used to decrease cravings and will either contain some form of a “blocker” medication that prevents someone from being able to feel the effects of drugs if they are used, while others may be used that may make the person ill if they use any drugs or alcohol. The level of care someone begins their treatment in depends on many factors, but they will all address the addiction equally. It is important to note that patients will also be able to step down through these levels of care as well. Someone who attends a medical detox program will be able to step down to a partial hospitalization or intensive outpatient program after completing their detox program. The levels of care are a process someone may follow through the course of their treatment. There is no one “right” type of treatment for addiction to alcohol or drugs, but by seeing a physician or counselor who specializes in substance abuse, a person is able to determine the right starting point for their recovery. After this they will follow the recommendations of each professional they work with along the way to continue determining the best way for their treatment to progress. Treatment for addiction is a long process, but by using these treatment options, an individual is able to keep moving forward in their recovery. & There is no one “right” type of treatment for addiction to alcohol or drugs. Prescription Drug Addiction Can Be Treated! Every patient recovery is different. Begin yours with us today. visit renewrecovery.com for more information • Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Offered • Medication- Assistance Treatment when Indicated • Daytime and Evening Counseling Appointments Available • Most Private Insurance Plans Accepted • Accredited by Joint Commission GEORGETOWN OFFICE: 100 Eastside Drive Georgetown, KY 40324 (502) 868-7272 LONDON OFFICE: 2645 N. Laurel Rd. London, KY 40741 (606) 712-0043 39