What Are Some Things Veterans Struggle With?

After serving their country, veterans frequently encounter a wide range of difficulties, and some may struggle with different problems that negatively affect their well-being. The frequency of mental health conditions brought on by the intense and frequently traumatic experiences of deployment, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety, presents a serious concern. Furthermore, a lot of veterans have trouble adjusting to a new routine and environment as they move from military service to civilian life. Some veterans may turn to substance misuse and addiction, especially to drugs or alcohol, as coping techniques in an effort to dull the psychological and emotional effects of their military service.

What Is IOP Rehab? 

An intensive outpatient program (IOP) is a form of treatment service and support program that’s used to treat substance use disorders as well as mental health and eating disorders. Unlike inpatient treatment, IOP does not rely on medical detox to help patients recover. 

Clients in IOPs do not require round-the-clock supervision and are able to undergo treatment while having a more flexible schedule. IOP is best suited for people who have already undergone some level of care and want to transition to their families and communities slowly. This program is designed to establish support mechanisms, assist with relapse prevention, and provide realistic coping strategies that patients can use daily at home. 

Active-duty and VA IOP benefits include: 

• Accessibility and flexibility that allows patients to continue their day-to-day routines 
• Flexible and personal treatment settings that respond to each client’s individual needs 
• High success rates 
• Opportunities to apply practices learned during treatment 
• Improved communication skills 
• Improved stress and anger management 
• More individual responsibility for recovery, which provides greater accountability and intrinsic rewards 
• And much more 

Our Military IOP for Veterans and Active-Duty 

Our Chicago intensive outpatient program for Veterans and active duty is a less intensive form of care than residential treatment programs, which are best suited for patients who do require detox and 24-hour care. Our active-duty and VA IOP requires a minimum of nine hours of therapy per week and is available for up to five days a week. The program is offered in a safe and comfortable setting with a small patient-to-staff ratio to ensure that each client’s needs are met. 

Our IOP curriculum allows participants to obtain effective addiction treatment while maintaining many of their personal obligations outside of our facility. There are a wide range of experiences that could be influencing a person’s addiction, including: 

• Acute Stress Disorder 
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) 
• Sexual trauma 
• Stress due to combat 
• A dual diagnosis  

No matter the case, our IOP clinicians will comprehensively address the issues and ensure that the patient receives care that is both compassionate and effective. Programs can be individualized to each participant’s unique needs, ensuring that our patients obtain the best chance possible at long-term recovery. 

During IOP drug treatment, our Veterans and activity-duty can enjoy a wide range of treatment modalities that deliver the support and guidance they need to sustain their sobriety. We pride ourselves in delivering professional recovery guidance that takes an evidence-based and holistic approach. 

With psychiatric and medical care available for all patients, the goal of our military and army IOP program is to continue the recovery tactics while allowing clients to reenter the community one step at a time. 

Our active-duty and VA IOP includes: 

• Group therapy 
• Individual therapy 
• Relapse prevention 
• Addiction awareness 
• Relapse prevention training 
• Stress management practices 
• Family and relationship education 
• & More 

We strive for our clients to finish treatment and feel confident in themselves and their ability to remain abstinent from drugs and alcohol. Not only do we help clients reach a state of sobriety, but we also offer them the sobriety techniques they’ll need to be independent and accountable in their recovery. 

Continued Recovery After IOP 

At our Chicago addiction treatment center, we believe the path to complete recovery is ongoing, and we want to help our patients find lasting sobriety. Along with IOP in the Military and Veterans in Recovery program, our facility offers various other levels of care for non-Veterans and Veterans alike. Our partial and outpatient treatments are designed to meet patients at their level and adjust to their needs so they can achieve lasting results. 

If you or a loved one is struggling with drug or alcohol abuse, don’t wait to get help. Contact Banyan Chicago today for more information about our MVIR or other levels of care for Illinois addiction treatment.