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Aftercare
Back to the document's frontpageA lengthy and intensive period of aftercare remains the best way to maximize the adherence to the lessons of rehab, and to ensure long term rehab compliance and sobriety.
Aftercare may occur within a rehab facility or elsewhere, and should consist of continuing peer group therapy (NA or AA) and continuing case management from a psychologist or addictions professional. Halfway houses or other transitional rehabilitation facilities may be employed when the need for additional temptation reductions and relapse minimization is deemed necessary.
The co-occurring abuse of alcohol and pills is a large, and increasing societal problem. The seeming acceptance of both prescribed pharmaceuticals and a few drinks a night make this poly addiction relatively easy to fall into, and unfortunately, the addictions to both substances exacerbates the effects and the dangers of the other substance.
The withdrawal and detox period is dangerous and difficult, and most people will require medical supervision and medical care for symptoms minimization during this difficult period.
A rehab facility with an awareness of the treatment needs of poly drug addiction to alcohol and pills, and one that offers comprehensive and long lasting aftercare should be considered the best solution for poly drug addictions to alcohol and pills.
