Men-Only Alcohol Rehabilitation Centers Can Be The Best Option

You've begun to seriously face your alcohol dependency and to consider entering a residential rehab facility. You would very much prefer to stay in a community for men only and you're wondering whether many of these facilities are available. Fortunately, you can find the type of rehab program you want that provides the supportive environment you know will be best for your early recovery.

It's a Common Preference

Don't feel troubled about your preference to stay in a rehabilitation center for male clients only. Many other men feel this way for various reasons. When you're staying at the center, you're likely to meet men who:

  • are in the midst of a divorce or relationship breakup 
  • feel confused or angry about the way women have treated them
  • know that they would put on a fake persona if women were part of the peer group
  • simply don't want the distractions of the opposite sex while staying in rehab

Emotional Advantages of a Men-Only Center

You may worry that you'd feel embarrassed if women were to see you in your initial stages of alcohol withdrawal, which may require detoxification with medical supervision. This won't happen in a men-only facility.

You may find it easier to discuss certain issues when only men are in your peer group. Sexual issues, for example, can be more difficult to talk about when women are present. You might have relied on alcohol to make you feel comfortable with women. Alcohol abuse might have led you to be too promiscuous or to cheat on your partner.

If you have been the victim of rape or another form of sexual abuse, you may not want to talk about this if women are present, since these issues tend to be primarily considered as women's issues. You might worry that they wouldn't take you seriously or that they would believe their situation was worse than yours.

What to Expect During Free Time

Residential treatment centers generally have a structured schedule, and clients are offered numerous activities to engage in during free time. At men-only centers, you'll find options for athletic activities that focus on teamwork, such as basketball and racquetball. There also will be opportunities for working out and rebuilding your fitness level. 

What Can You Do Now?

Look for alcohol rehabilitation centers in your area if you want to stay close to home. If you'd rather spend that time elsewhere, perhaps for greater privacy, do some research on centers located in areas where you might want to stay. Contact the facilities that look most appealing for your particular needs and make a decision which is best. Soon you'll be on your way to recovery from addiction and ready to begin your new life. 


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