How do I know if I should go to rehab, or just tough it out myself?

If you think you are really out of control and want someone to help you out, then you should try rehab.

Addiction is never something that one should try to "tough out" on their own. Part of the disease of addiction is the associated isolation that comes with it. Going to an inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation program or even attending self-help groups would be much more helpful, and you would receive some excellent support through your recovery process!

If you think its needed then you should og simple as that its Your life and you know better....................................

It's always good to get expert advise and extra support can only help when your dealing with change and addiction !

I do not think there is a blanket answer to that question. If you are truly a drug addict or alcoholic, going it alone is probably a bad idea. But that doesn't necessarily mean rehab. Getting involved in a peer-support organization like Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous helps many people. Personally, I went to a short-term rehab followed by a couple of weeks of an outpatient program. It has been AA, though, that has helped me the most.

first, talk to a professional, be honest, open communication is key! Talk to your trusted family memebers and friends, try to see it from their perspective and be open to what they have to say. If you feel you are struggling and cann ot handle it, please seek help. The Keys, be honest with yourself and others, know you are not weak in seeking or asking for help and know your support will not wonder away when you need them and Lastly, be willing to listen. Good luck on your journey, we support you as you progress. it casn only get better with help!

Addiction isn't an issue of willpower or toughness; it's a disease that requires treatment just like any other. Rehab can be a really helpful tool in recovery from addiction; to find out if it's right for you, you might want to consider calling a local addictions hotline, talking to your doctor or counselor, or even calling a rehab directly and speaking with their intake coordinator. You don't have to go through this alone.

If you feel as though you have a safe, secure support system then by all means if you feel comfortable then try it out but if you are going to be going through withdrawl or you don't have a support system the best thing would be to try rehab.

If you feel you have no control over things and you've gone through the same pattern over and over and no matter how much knowledge you gain about this issue you still fall into the same pattern, then it's time to get professional help.

I like to think if there's a thought of "should I go to rehab," maybe you should. I'm not an expert on you and only you what is best for you. But if you're thinking of detoxing yourself just know that is a bad idea and you should seek the care of professionals.