Inpatient Treatment

AKA: Residential Treatment

Treatment where individuals live at the facility for a period of time and receive around-the-clock care.

In the context of addiction treatment:
Provides a structured environment away from triggers, with intensive therapy, groups, and support.

What to know:

  • Length of stay varies (often 28–90 days, sometimes longer).

  • Good programs help plan aftercare before discharge.

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