Treatment is an organized, highly structured program with individual, group, and family therapy for people with drug abuse problems.
Treatment includes detoxification management of drug dependence, and prevention of relapse.
Trained staff conduct assessments of potential clients and refer them to the treatment best suited to meet each individuals needs. Research shows that when appropriate treatment is given, and when clients follow their prescribed treatment program, treatment works. Not only does it work, but it is also cost-effective. By reducing drug abuse, treatment increases employment and reduces costs to society in terms of medical care, law enforcement, and crime. A general definition is that treatment has been successful if a former abuser no longer uses drugs and is able to reenter society.