Outpatient treatment gives treatment clients the chance to maintain specific responsibilities and aspects of their lifestyle while taking part in drug and alcohol rehabilitation services. Outpatient treatment is a moderate degree of rehabilitation, and shouldn't be mistaken for the degree of treatment offered within an inpatient or residential rehabilitation setting which can be a lot more extensive. Outpatient treatment could be suitable for somebody who has a short history of drug abuse for instance, but will almost certainly not be adequate for somebody whose rehabilitation needs go beyond what outpatient treatment is prepared to provide. Individuals involved in drug and alcohol use often need an extreme change of environment, because most of the things that trigger their drug and alcohol use are purely environmental. For example, if someone is being physically or psychologically mistreated and this is triggering their drug abuse, it's impossible for any rehab efforts to achieve success if they return to such circumstances each day. In outpatient treatment, clients can engage in group and one-on-one counseling, along with family counseling services. In outpatient treatment, most facilities offer services 5 to 7 days a week on either a part time or full time schedule for thirty days or longer in some instances.