Seeking help for an addiction or substance abuse disorder is a difficult, necessary, and courageous first step for men. There are a variety of addiction treatment programs available, so finding the right men’s rehab program is important.
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Why Gender-Specific Treatment?
Men and women have different needs in treatment, which is in part due to the way that their drug use and abuse patterns differ. For example, men are more likely to use illicit drugs than women and more likely to abuse alcohol. The drugs affect men differently, as well. For example, men with marijuana use disorder are more likely to have higher rates of other substance use disorders and to also suffer from an antisocial personality disorder. Men are also more likely to have begun using the drugs for recreational purposes than as prescriptions. They also tend to suffer more severe symptoms when withdrawing from alcohol than women do.
Because of cultural stereotypes, men are often more reticent to seek help, show emotions, or put themselves in a situation where they feel judged. Many feel particularly threatened in unfamiliar surroundings.
Men’s substance abuse treatment programs meet their specific psychological and physiological needs. Being in male-only groups allows men to connect around events that led to their substance abuse. Men also tend to be able to open up emotionally more easily when not around women. In gender-specific treatment, men make friendships that help them sustain recovery throughout their lives.
Substance Abuse Treatment Options
Several gender-specific options exist for treating substance abuse disorders and addictions. A residential treatment program at a men’s rehab is appropriate for men who have a severe substance abuse disorder or addiction, limited social support, unstable living conditions, other health conditions, or those who have tried recovery as an outpatient before. Outpatient programs or intensive outpatient programs may work well for those with less severe disorders, stable situations, and otherwise good health.
When choosing a program, look for one with experience in treating you or your loved one’s particular addiction or substance abuse disorder, for example, alcohol, opioid, meth, cocaine, or heroin.
Whether residential or outpatient, the best men’s rehab center options will tailor the program to the individual. The program may include medically-assisted detox or supervised withdrawal. It also may include individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy. The best options also will offer dual-diagnosis treatment, which includes treatment for other mental health disorders while simultaneously treating addiction. The best options also will include programs to improve overall physical and spiritual health, such as recreational and fitness facilities, 12-step programs, and yoga. Best programs will have an active alumni program to help those who have graduated from more intense programs to manage stress and avoid relapse.
Options exist across all price levels, from luxury to economical. If budget is an issue, seek a program that emphasizes professional staff and solid treatment methods over luxuries such as pools and private rooms overlooking a beach. Also, consider those men’s addiction treatment centers that accept and work with your insurance plan.
Men’s Addiction Treatment in Ohio at Ethan Crossing
Ethan Crossing in Ohio provides several individualized gender-specific treatment options. These options include:
- Medication-assisted detox
- Outpatient treatment
- Intensive outpatient treatment programs
- Therapies such as cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, trauma therapy, and 12-step therapy
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Alumni program
Ethan Crossing’s accredited programs treat alcohol, opioid, opiate, heroin, cocaine, meth, painkiller, and prescription drug addictions. The center also partners with most insurance carriers. Ethan Crossing focuses on sustainable recovery, providing the resources to help you or your loved one avoid relapse. Contact us today at 833.691.0736.