What to Know About Treatment for Mental Health and Addiction

In 2023, 19.1% of people needed treatment for substance use, but only 4.5% received it .

Treatment offers structured support when mental health or substance use disrupts daily life. It’s a comprehensive process that focuses on stability, skill-building, and long-term recovery.

What Is Treatment?

Treatment addresses mental health, substance use, or both through professional support. It often includes therapy, medical care, coping skills, and community connection to help people regain stability and function.

It’s not a quick fix. Treatment is a process—whether it means managing anxiety, working through trauma, or recovering from addiction. The goal of treatment is lasting recovery beyond the crisis.

Types of Treatment Options: Inpatient vs. Outpatient

The most effective treatment plans are flexible and built around the whole person—not just the diagnosis.


Treatment is offered at different levels of intensity based on your symptoms, safety needs, and support system.

What Treatment Involves

No matter the level of care, most treatment plans include a combination of evidence-based services designed to support physical, mental, and emotional recovery.

These components work together to address not just symptoms but the underlying issues behind them.

 

How Long Does Treatment Last?

There’s no set timeline. It depends on the level of care, severity of symptoms, and how you respond.

The goal isn’t to finish fast—it’s to make real progress that lasts.

 

What Happens After Treatment?

Recovery doesn’t end after treatment. Aftercare helps maintain progress and reduce relapse risk. These services reinforce what was built during treatment and offer support through transitions.

Aftercare may include:

  • Ongoing therapy or counseling
  • Medication check-ins
  • Relapse prevention planning
  • Peer support groups (AA, NA, SMART Recovery)
  • Sober living homes
  • Alumni programs for continued connection

Does Treatment Work?

Yes—especially when it’s personalized and backed by evidence.

Research shows that people who complete a structured program are more likely to maintain recovery, improve functioning, and reduce relapse.

Outcomes are even better when care includes therapy, medication, and ongoing support.🛈

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Indiana Center for Recovery provides integrated care tailored to your recovery needs. Our comprehensive services include detox, residential programs, outpatient support, and family programs.

We also have dual diagnosis treatment for individuals with co-occurring mental health disorders.

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