People seeking recovery will find that many rehabs offer treatment programs that last 28 days. While this type of treatment program is widely accepted as “standard” in the treatment community, programs of this length may not be sufficient in tackling all the underlying issues that can keep the addict stuck in the vicious cycle of addiction. It is estimated that only 3 of every 100 people who attend a 28-day program will stay sober for one year or longer.

To increase the odds of achieving meaningful and long-lasting sobriety, it is highly recommended those struggling with substance abuse undergo a long-term drug treatment programs that lasts 90 days and longer. Research shows that people completing at least 90 days of treatment have significantly lower relapse rates than those who stay for shorter amounts of time.