Although alcohol and drug abuse has declined steadily among American youth, it is still a serious problem forcing many adults and teen to seek professional treatment. The National Institute on Drug Abuse monitors drug and alcohol trends in the United States. In 2008, the agency reported that alcohol abuse among adolescents age 12 to 20 has steadily declined since 2002. During the same period, illicit drug use declined across all age groups. Still, in 2006, 2.5 million people obtained substance abuse treatment at specialized programs, according to NIDA.
Gate House Academy
Gate House Academy is a residential alcohol and drug treatment program located in Wickenburg, Arizona. Gate House specializes in treating young adults ages 17 to 25. Most residents at Gate House have sought treatment previously at another facility. Gate House staff act as life coaches and take an active role in mentoring the young residents. Staff members have personal experience in recovery and strive to help residents develop coping skills. Residents must do daily chores in addition to attending therapy and treatment meetings.
Promises Treatment Center
Promises is headquartered in Malibu, California, and also has a location in West Los Angeles. Promises offers both residential treatment and an intensive outpatient treatment program. The residential treatment typically requires a 30- to 90-day stay, although extended care may be required. Promises Treatment Center utilizes the Malibu Model treatment plan, a personalized plan that incorporates a team approach to treatment. Promises also incorporates the traditional 12-step treatment program.
Brighton Hospital
Brighton Hospital operates in Brighton, Michigan. Its alcohol and drug treatment center is over 60 years old. Residents at Brighton receive treatment from a team of physicians, counselors, nutritionists and nurses. It is the only addiction facility in Michigan with a nursing staff on duty 24 hours a day. Brighton works with families to schedule on-site interventions with family members and addiction assessments. Intensive outpatient treatment is offered for adolescents.
Behavioral Health
Located in Palm Beach, Florida, Behavioral Health offers a one-week family treatment program. The program teaches families how to help guide family members through the treatment journey. The program also educates families about the genetic factors affecting alcohol and drug abuse. Behavioral Health is a large facility, with 200 beds. The organization also sponsors its own research program, investigating the feasibility of new treatment protocols.
