Outpatient treatment gives treatment clients the chance to sustain certain responsibilities and aspects of their lifestyle while taking part in alcohol and drug rehabilitation services. Outpatient treatment is a moderate level of treatment, and shouldn't be mistaken for the level of rehabilitation provided within an inpatient or residential treatment program which can be much more intensive. Outpatient treatment may be ideal for a person who has a short history of drug or alcohol use for instance, but will most surely not be sufficient for somebody whose rehab needs exceed what outpatient treatment is prepared to provide. Individuals involved in drug abuse often need an extreme environmental change, because many of the things that trigger their substance abuse are strictly environmental. By way of example, if a person has been physically or emotionally mistreated and this is prompting their substance abuse, it's impossible for any rehabilitation efforts to succeed should they return to such circumstances on a daily basis. In outpatient treatment, individuals can benefit from group and one-on-one therapy, as well as family therapy services. In outpatient treatment, most centers offer services 5 to 7 days each week on either a part time or full-time schedule for four weeks or longer in some cases.