If you struggle with substance abuse, dependence or addiction, rehab is often the most effective way to begin recovery. Drug and alcohol withdrawal symptoms can be incredibly uncomfortable and even dangerous, which often prevents most people from maintaining sobriety for long. Even after overcoming the withdrawal phase, a person may not have effective strategies for reducing cravings or preventing relapses. In rehab, a medical detox period helps you safely overcome withdrawal symptoms. The treatment that follows helps you learn new ways of thinking, address the underlying causes of your addiction and find strategies that help you achieve long-term sobriety.