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If you’re considering treatment for drug or alcohol misuse for you or a loved one, you may be wondering how long rehab programs last. Rehab programs can vary widely in duration and intensity depending on a patient’s needs. Some patients may benefit from a shorter program at an outpatient facility, while others may need longer, more intensive care at an inpatient facility to work toward lasting recovery.
Recovery looks different for everyone. However, research suggests that treatment stays of 90 days or longer result in better patient outcomes.1 For many patients, a 90-day rehab program can be a good duration to provide them with the support they need to address the underlying issues that contributed to their addiction.
This page will help you learn more about:
- What 90-day rehab programs are.
- What happens during 90-day rehab programs.
- Who may benefit from a 90-day rehab program.
- What happens after a 90-day rehab program.
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What Is a 90-Day Rehab Program?
As mentioned, recovery looks different for everyone. The right rehab program for a patient depends on several factors including:
- The substance misused.
- How long the substance has been misused.
- Any co-occurring substance misuse.
- Any co-occurring mental or physical health issues.
A 90-day rehab program offers intensive care to patients who are struggling with an addiction to drugs or alcohol. This treatment duration can give patients more time to focus on their addiction and their recovery.
Many 90-day rehabilitation programs are conducted in residential or inpatient settings.2 During a 90-day residential inpatient treatment program, patients live at the facility where they receive 24-hour intensive, structured care, including medical attention and safe housing.2 This allows for around-the-clock care and supervision and, if necessary, access to medical services.
Residential inpatient rehab may benefit patients who:2, 3
- Have more severe addictions or are addicted to multiple substances.
- Have a co-occurring disorder.
- Don’t have safe or stable housing.
- Don’t have a supportive network at home.
Outpatient rehabs can also provide 90-day substance misuse programs. However, it is common to continue some duration of treatment after a 90-day inpatient alcohol or drug rehab program has been completed. Often this care continues for far longer than 90 days to help patients get the most benefit out of treatment. These treatment sessions can be scheduled around the patient’s work, school, or home responsibilities.
Outpatient rehab may benefit patients who:2, 3
- Have less severe addictions.
- Can attend regular appointments and counseling sessions.
- Have a stable living situation.
- Have a supportive network at home.
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What Happens During a 90-Day Rehab Program?
The rehabilitation process can vary, but there are typically 4 stages:
- Intake.
- Detox.
- Rehabilitation.
- Aftercare.
When a person starts addiction rehabilitation, the first step is intake. Intake is when the patient meets with a counselor to provide a detailed history of the addiction to be treated, as well as any pertinent medical and mental health considerations, to determine the best course of treatment. During intake, program rules will be explained, as well as the completion of consent forms and any other necessary paperwork.
While not always necessary, a period of detox may follow intake. Detox can take a few days or weeks, depending on a patient’s need. Detox helps patients withdraw from certain substances as comfortably and safely as possible, which can facilitate the transition into rehab.4
Addiction therapy can vary but patients can expect to participate in several behavioral therapies and, in some cases, may receive medication-assisted treatment interventions.
Some common treatment methods and services in 90-day drug rehabs include:2, 3
- Behavioral counseling/therapy.
- Medication.
- Evaluation and treatment for co-occurring disorders.
- Long-term follow-up care focused on preventing relapse.
Who Should Go to a 90-Day Rehab?
A 90-day inpatient residential rehab program may benefit individuals who have a severe addiction, co-occurring mental or physical health issues, or who do not have a stable home environment.
In clinical settings, addiction is diagnosed as a substance use disorder (SUD) by medical professionals. While a SUD can only be diagnosed by a medical professional, you may notice some of the following signs as outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorder, Fifth Edition (DSM-5):5
- Taking a substance in larger amounts or for longer periods of time than intended.
- Failing to cut down or control your substance use.
- Experiencing strong cravings to use a substance.
- Spending a significant amount of time obtaining, using, or recovering from the effects of a substance.
- Failing to fulfill home, school, or work responsibilities due to substance use.
- Repeatedly using a substance despite experiencing interpersonal, social, physical, or psychological problems caused or worsened by use.
- Regularly using a substance in dangerous situations, such as driving.
- Developing a tolerance, meaning you require higher or more frequent doses to experience the desired effects.
- Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when you attempt to cut back or stop substance use.
The three months spent at the treatment center empower individuals with solid relapse prevention skills and further enable teaching methods to manage stress and other problems without going back to drugs or alcohol.
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What Happens After My 90-Day Rehab Program?
After a 3-month rehab program, patients have several options for aftercare. Aftercare, sometimes referred to as continuing care, includes any ongoing recovery efforts after a patient completes an initial period of treatment.4 Continuing care aims to support a patient’s recovery goals, including relapse prevention or a return to substance use.4
Aftercare activities can vary, but may include:4, 6
- Individual and group counseling.
- 12-step meetings (e.g., Alcoholics Anonymous) or mutual support groups (e.g., SMART Recovery).
- Family or couple’s therapy.
- Prescription medication.
- Telehealth or regular telephone follow-up with a counselor or treatment professional.
- Living in a sober living home.
Paying for a 90-Day Drug Rehab Program
Many programs offer financing or sliding scale fees and accept various insurance plans, but this depends on the particular program you are interested in. The price range for 90-day rehab programs varies significantly depending on:
- Amenities provided.
- Specialty programs.
- Level of care.
- Location of the program.
90-day rehabilitation centers can provide you with a solid foundation for recovery. Treatment doesn’t have to be expensive; to better understand if your insurance will cover most or all of the treatment, check your insurance coverage today.
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