Short-term residential programs were originally developed to treat alcoholism, but expanded to include drug addiction with the rise of cocaine use in the mid-1980s. Since then, they have been applied to a variety of drug addictions. They are set up to be intense, but relatively brief programs of between 3 and 6 months. Most are based on the Minnesota Model, a method of drug addiction treatment that grew out of the success of the Alcoholics Anonymous, or 12-step model, of recovery. The elements of the Minnesota Model typically include, thorough assessment of all aspects of a client: physical, emotional, mental, behavioral, A personalized treatment plan for each participant, Attendance of 12-step meetings and application of the 12-step philosophy, Self-reflection with an emphasis on greater acceptance of personal responsibility, changing negative beliefs about self and others, and learning new coping skills, Group and individual therapy (80-90% done in groups), Family support, education, and involvement and Extensive outpatient follow up and support.



The Minnesota Model is conducted by a multidisciplinary team of professionals - chemical dependency counselors, psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses, etc. The purpose of the model is to enable addicted individuals to achieve a significant transformation in their basic thinking, feeling and acting in relation to themselves and others. The resulting life change is identified as basically spiritual, though non-religious, in nature and is associated with the positive influence of group affiliation.

Drug rehab centers will address your problems specifically. There's a reason why you began using drugs and why you became addicted. These issues will be addressed and you will be learning new ways to cope with stressors besides using drugs.

Many rehab facilities are located in peaceful places with lush, green lawns, plenty of room to move about, and allow for concentration on becoming healthy outside the stress and anxiety of the city. Some centers provide activities like boating, fishing, and sports for their patients. By offering these types of activities on the drug rehab center's property, patients can find the comfort and support they need to improve and change their lives by staying fit and active. You need to find a place you are comfortable with that has credentials that can be verified. You'll want to be at a place where you can heal and in an environment that is peaceful and professional.