Drug addicts who recognize they have a problem and seek assistance in the form of a drug rehab program are dealing with a plethora of issues. In addition to the physical and psychological effects of addiction , there are related medical issues, damage to relationships, and even financial and occupational problems to be addressed. At the core for many is a sense of shame and failure that can interfere with the recovery process.
Many addicts who choose to enter residential drug treatment are hoping that by removing themselves from their normal lives they can finally get a handle on the problems in their life and learn to control their addiction. For the deeply religious, that can be something of a double-edged sword. The 12-step model relies on the addict turning to their higher power for assistance in overcoming the addiction, but the shame and accompanying sense of self-betrayal can make them feel unworthy or even question the power of their own faith.
A number of christian drug treatment center s have sprung up to provide assistance to addicts like these. Likewise there are programs for Jewish and other religious denominations. The goal is to provide faith-based treatment that uses the appropriate religious context and provides both regular services and faith-based therapy. When patients are matched with the appropriate religious treatment, they increase their chances of success. Of course, those who do not require religious counseling or would actually be impeded by it can chose from the countless secular and multi-faith programs available.