Faith based drug rehab is one approach to drug rehab that is slightly different
from secular drug rehabilitation. The Christian religion based programs have at
their core the belief that religion plays a critical role in the rehabilitation
process.
Therefore, all programs are designed to emphasize the primary role of
religion in the life of the addicted individual. The study of scripture,
religious services, and group discussions may all play a part of Christian drug
rehab. As with other programs that are specialized funding and sustenance may
depend on client payments and grants.
Other aspects of rehab such as medical and psychiatric evaluations as well as
duration of therapy may be similar to secular rehab programs. Often the
treatment is done in an inpatient setting and may last one month. Drug
addictions as well as alcohol abuse are huge problems for society and their
treatment requires committed individuals.
Christian drug rehab has at its root the belief that faith heals and these
programs are spearheaded by volunteers and altruistic individuals. One program’s
website states that they believe that God provides wholesome healing and
overcomes the destructive power of drug addiction. These programs recognize
Jesus Christ as the Higher Power referred to in 12 step programs.
Christian drug rehab aims to rehabilitate the individual in a comprehensive
manner by changing their view of the world and stressing the primacy of faith in
the healing process. The philosophical basis of Christian drug rehab programs
may not be well known to healthcare providers.
It includes the concept that addiction arises from an attempt to fill a
spiritual void through substance use and recovery through the process of
salvation and a sustained relationship with God. Christian drug rehab may be a
model other religious or faith based organizations can use to develop drug
rehabilitation programs.