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Please describe your treatment program. (If they offer an unconventional therapy, request published medical references supporting their treatment methods.)
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What strategies do you use to target problem behaviors?
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What are your therapists' qualifications? (Certified or licensed professionals? How many years of experience do they have?)
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How often are the treatment sessions? (i.e. daily, once a week, etc.) And how long is each session?
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Do you provide behavioral therapy such as individual and/or group counseling?
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Do you offer services or referrals to family members of addicts?
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Do you recommend detoxification before treatment begins (in a hospital or detox unit)? If so, under what circumstances?
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Do you assess an individual's treatment over time in order to ensure it meets their needs?
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Is your staff trained to deal with mental health issues and other medical problems (including infectious diseases) as well as addiction?
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Does your program offer medication as part of its treatment regimen? If so, under what circumstances are medications prescribed?
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Is long-term support provided? Does it include monitoring for possible relapse?
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