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It could easily be argued that there are as many reasons for failure of drug rehab as there are people who fail. After all, people are all different and have taken different twists and turns in their life. Different motivations and pressures have led them down the self-destructive pathway to drug addiction. There are, however, some commonalities that experts point to that exist in many if not most drug rehab failures. Misconceptions About Rehab Why does drug rehab fail for some people? First we must understand that drug addiction is a physical reality. It is more than some psychological dependency like a child and his beloved security blanket. There is a physical need for the substance that weaves into a tangled web with psychological needs and perceptions of the world. Without considering the entire web of addiction and consciously addressing each strand of the web, drug rehab is destined for failure. Commitment An addict that enrolls himself in a drug rehab program has taken the first step to successful rehabilitation. The addict has to truly be committed, heart and soul to the program. The number one answer to the question “why does drug rehab fail for some people?”, most experts agree, is a lack of serious commitment to the program. This kind of commitment carries a patient through rehab and, more importantly, carries him through the transition back into every day life and beyond. Make no mistake, drug rehab is a serious and difficult process. Even the best programs, with the best psychiatrists most advanced procedures will fail if the addict does not have that dedication and commitment required to stay the course. Lifestyle Changes By entering back into the same situation that led down the addiction trail in the first place, the recovering addict is condemning himself to failure. Being around people who are still using, or worse yet friends, there is little chance of a rehab success. A fresh start is needed. Often physical fitness programs are useful but most important is to have a dependable consistent daily schedule. Support Never has it been more true that “no man is an island”. Once out of rehab the recovering addict needs support and encouragement more than ever. This kind of support can come from family or friends. It needs to be positive and frequent. Without this kind of support it’s all too easy to slip into the old life style and a physical drug addiction. Conclusion Why does drug rehab fail for some people? There are many possibilities but we do know that the most common are lack of commitment, falling back into the same old lifestyle and not having a support structure upon release from rehab. Learn more about drug relapse prevention and read for inspiration some addiction recovery interviews.
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