The first step in any addiction recovery program is detoxification. Detoxification, commonly referred to as “detox,” is a set of strategies with a goal of managing withdrawal. During the detox process, the toxins that have accumulated in the body of an individual suffering from dependency on a substance are purged from the body. The detox process seeks to minimize the mental and physical difficulty associated with drug or alcohol withdrawal. There are a variety of detox methods utilized by substance abuse treatment programs. Which method will be used in any given situation will depend on a number of factors, including the type of substance causing the addiction, the severity of the dependency, and any other concurrent medical or psychological conditions.   Outpatient Detox An outpatient detox program is typically managed through an addiction recovery clinic, a mental health center, or a private clinic. These programs are less disruptive to a client’s life, as the client continues to live at home during the detoxification process. In addition, this type of program tends to be less expensive, thanks to the reduced costs associated with having the client living at home.   Inpatient Detox When an individual engages in an inpatient detox program, they reside in a drug abuse treatment facility 24 hours a day during the detoxification process. This allows round the clock monitoring of clients, which can be useful in ensuring that any complications that might arise can be quickly dealt…