Delaware Inpatient Drug Rehab Facilities

Compared to the rest of the country, rates of past month and past-year use of drugs like heroin, cocaine, prescription painkillers, and other substances have consistently been higher than the national average.

It's a problem that is explored in Delaware Substance Abuse and Mental Health Issues At-A-Glance published by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). An annual survey analyzed to better understand the challenges faced by drug users in every state, it provides detailed information about how many people are using different drugs in Delaware and how many are getting the treatment they need to address the problem. Who's Using What? According to the SAMHSA survey, the following are the most commonly cited drugs of abuse among Delaware residents who seek treatment for drug and alcohol dependence in order of popularity:

This order has been relatively consistent over the last 15 years, with the exception of the positioning of marijuana and cocaine. Rates of cocaine use have remained relatively level but marijuana use and heroin use have both been increasing in popularity over the last decade.

Not Enough Treatment Programs for Everyone

There are fewer than 50 drug rehab programs in Delaware, according to SAMHSA, and some of them have long waiting lists and too few resources. Additionally, more than 63 percent of these organizations depend heavily upon funding from government agencies, and as state, local and federal budgets tighten, drug addiction treatment programs are often dropped.

Only 12 programs in the entire state of Delaware even offer a residential treatment program and only four offer methadone as an option for those in recovery from opiate addiction treatment. Wait lists are long everywhere and, once enrolled, many patients find that there are too few personalized therapy sessions and too many other patients fighting for access to available resources. The lack of appropriate care options may be a big part of the reason why rates of unmet need for treatment in Delaware are far higher than the national average.

In-State or Out-of-State Treatment?

It's important to enroll in a drug rehab not just based on location but also based on the amenities, treatment services and resources it provides. This is the most effective way to find a drug rehab that will work for your needs.