Unconventional Drug & Alcohol Treatment

Drug and alcohol addiction is a problem that affects many substance abusers and their families worldwide. Support groups and rehabilitation centers provide traditional treatment options, but a variety of unconventional methods have also been successful in treating addiction.

Empowerment

• Although the medical community has characterized drug and alcohol addiction as a disease, several unconventional treatment centers dispute the diagnosis. Instead of using medicine or a step-by-step process, several facilities say they have found success with allowing addicts to overcome addiction with the power of their own minds. The theory of addiction as a choice allows the abuser to correct poor decision-making and move forward with a positive life.

Hypnotherapy

• Hypnotists and psychiatrists use hypnosis to modify a patient's feelings towards alcohol or drugs. This method has resulted in abusers abstaining from substances they used to crave. Hypnotherapy can be used after the initial cessation period to reinforce positive behavior.

Holistic Treatment

• Holistic drug and alcohol treatment centers focus on health and balance. Unconventional treatment programs may include detoxification in saunas or steam rooms, martial arts training to increase self-confidence, and low-carbohydrate diets to repair the body and promote good nutrition habits.

Moderation

• Unlike complete abstinence, moderation of drug or alcohol use allows people with dependencies to limit use and examine their reasons for using. Prescription medications are available to assist in helping abusers accomplish levels of moderation.

Quick Treatment

• Unlike a traditional rehabilitation program that lasts several months, short-term rehab is becoming a popular option for unconventional treatment. These can include week-long inpatient programs, or outpatient assessments several times each week. Some treatment centers offer short-term drug and alcohol counseling conducted online or by phone.