I have strong opinions about what treatment should look like, and what I believe to be an addicted individual's best chance for success. I have seen countless individuals struggling to get well, myself included. I have witnessed countless failed treatment plans, created by families and their loved ones, that were born out of sincerity, good intentions, and often went against a solid professional recommendation.
Everything that I share with families regarding treatment is based on what I have witnessed over the years. Every recommendation that I make comes from my own personal and professional experience.
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Key ideas in this chapter
- The comprehensive treatment model: Acute Care → Residential → Extended Care → Semi-Independent Living
- Why residential treatment is critical, not just detox
- The importance of extended care and sober living phases
- Why trying recovery from home is the most difficult path
"I am always going to recommend the path that offers the best chance for recovery over time, because someone's life is on the line."