Best Drug Treatment

Drug Treatment Programs

By Jonathan Huttner

What are the factors used to determine the best drug treatment programs? That is a question that is up for much debate. Unfortunately, any treatment program can tout itself as the best, but there are certain drug treatment programs that truly deserve the title of best drug treatment facilities. There are some vital differences in determining the best drug treatment programs. Consider the following:

1. Look for drug treatment programs that have a Joint Commission Accreditation rather than just a state license. The best drug treatment programs have many accreditations.
2. Choose a program that provides its own drug detox program rather than referring patients to other centers.
3. Pay special attention to the drug treatment facility itself. The best drug treatments are housed in safe, calming environments where recovery is encouraged.
4. The best drug treatment programs employ physicians who are ASAM-certified (American Society of Addition Medicine), specializing in addiction treatment medicine.
5. The best drug treatments provide specialty treatment programs.
6. Dual diagnosis and specialty services for sexual trauma, eating disorders, gay and lesbian community addiction services, etc. are available at the best drug treatment programs.
7. Psychiatrists trained in addiction medicine and a staff specially trained in mental health issues are offered in the best drug treatments.
8. The best drug treatment programs should have a proven record of individuals who have attained long-lasting recovery.

Choosing the Best Drug Treatments

Choosing the best drug treatment program is a vital part of the recovery process and should not be entered into lightly. Investigating the differences between drug treatment programs and determining the atmosphere, philosophy and credentials of each facility is the first step in determining the best drug treatment program for you or someone you love.

Jonathan Huttner is one of the founders of Lakeview Health Systems, which has treated over 7,000 people from throughout the United States. Jonathan has been involved in the field of addiction and eating disorder treatment for the last 25 years.