My boy has been there for several months and has become a very well behaved young man, sometimes the place is dirty but the staff is always there to help.
About Utah State Hospital
Utah State Hospital, located in Provo, Utah is a public alcohol and drug rehab that offers treatment for a variety of substance abuse addictions including co-occurring mental health disorders. They offer residential care providing long term support for addiction recovery.
Specialty rehab programs at Utah State Hospital include age-appropriate treatment for teens addressing adolescent-specific issues and age-sensitive addiction treatment considering health and life-stage issues of older adults.
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Update 12-4-2024: Yeah, I'm still pissed off that I had been a patient in Utah State Hospital because forced confinement is not good for my self-esteem at the time of September 2014-October 2015 because I felt like I was unworthy to society & people hate me & discriminate against me or something. If someone has never been a patient to Utah State Hospital before & they were forced to be confined there they will probably think that is unfair & also there is a stigma against people who are in mental hospitals & they get made fun of if anybody finds out, some people won't make fun of you for being a former mental patient though because they are nice enough to understand Utah has a bad mental health crisis, but my life is ruined by Utah State Hospital because of my PTSD from getting bullied in thereYeah, I saw one user on this review being stuck up & said "Just follow the rules then Utah State Hospital would be easier to deal with". The Utah State Hospital rules are not easy to follow all the time for me because I had anger issues as a teenager back then. Also, that user "Agonies Of Agonies" is an idiot for not knowing that I & other mental patients who are in Utah State Hospital or other patients who used to be in there shouldn't just live in fear & follow unfair rules because being ruled by fear is a stupid form of slavery even if the dude got a point "the rules are the rules & they keep everybody safe", but still Utah State Hospital needs to completely reform their rule by fear tactics a mental treatment shouldn't be a punishment it should make you feel like you are healing not being controlled by fear because that's not right for me & the other current or former patients who can think for ourselves.Also, about the rules of Utah State Hospital being too harsh to follow I think it's too harsh to take someone's freedom & certain rights for breaking a certain rule or rules in Utah State Hospital. I also, believe the security guards in Utah State Hospital are harsh too because one of them was being stupid & almost broke my shoulder in one of my anger outbursts on April 2015.I don't think the punishments & restraints against me taught me a lesson to never be angry again it just taught fear & intimidation to obey. There was no clear plan to fix my anger problem in Utah State Hospital besides putting me unsafe restraints & yelling at me if I was angry.All I wanted that would've made my stay at Utah State Hospital was I have a better say in my treatment plan & don't kick my butt in a restraint as a first option in my frequent anger outbursts because I just wanted to be respected & treated like a human being in there.Yeah If you want more about my thoughts on Utah State Hospital I have a Youtube channel named "Robert Deus" feel welcomed to watch it if you want.
My name is Shaydin Nodurft. I was there from july 2021-march 2022. My original review I made is simply not accurate, so i decided to refresh it. During my stay I did learn coping skills. I did learn things don t get me wrong. But I learned them in fear. My goal wasn t to get better for myself. My goal was to seem better so I could go back home. I was hard to deal with. I will admit that. But in a place where you re supposed to change and get help there shouldnt be scare tactics. I ve been in a handful of institutions. And this place was by far the worst. I saw a comment saying if you just follow the rules you ll be fine. And everyone is reaching. Which is NOT true. They had this thing called chains. If you got in trouble. You filled it out. Basically stating why and what you did and how you re gonna do better moving forward. I had gotten one for burping, YES burping. It sounds stupid but these chains included level drops. These level drops took rights away. Like going outside more. If you were a level one. You were only allowed in a small gated area. Like prisoners. If you were level two, you were allowed on campus only. Above two you could go off campus and go home for a weekend visit. But the problem is most of the staff would get you in trouble for the most silly things. I only saw the outside OUTSIDE like 4 times. The gated area like a couple times a week. They keep you in your rooms for a good amount of the day. It s not healthy. Especially for the kids who didn t have parents bringing them things to keep occupied. When kids were freaking out and saying they were gonna hit someone the staff would sometimes challenge the kids saying do it. Knowing what was gonna happen. If you freaked out on any level. Even threw something. You d end up in the restraint chair. Holds every part of your body in place, and that s where you will sit for two hours while someone writes down your every move. If you move too much the two hours starts over. If you have to use the bathroom, oh well. Then after the two hours your put on AR (area restriction). I ve seen people on it for months. You sit in a corner doing nothing. Sometimes you get a book to read. Your not allowed to leave. You can only talk to staff once an hour. And you can t talk to any fellow patients. If you do, you both get a level drop. Ar is an instant level drop so only really punishing the other person. Your forced be watched while you use the bathroom, shower, eat, sleep. Same goes for when you first get there. It s called a one on one. Anyone who is on this can t talk to people who are also on one on ones. Again your being watched doing everything. I couldn t even go into Walmart for months after I got released because I was so sheltered. I had panic attacks when I left my house. This place, it will not help your child. It will only make them scared. I have to pay money to go to regular therapy cause my old behaviors have been coming back. The reason people send there kids to Utah to get treatment is because they allow hand on hand. Meaning the staff can pretty much do whatever they want. I mean a patient there was saed for months and no one noticed. (It was on the news look it up) this review is for the girls who were on ar for months. For the girls who didn t see the sun for months. For the girls who had to sit there while grown women watched them shower. All they believe in is power plays. And this place is like a minimum security prison mixed with max. It s such a weird middle ground. Send your child to a residential facility. Not this prison that literally relies on tax money for payments. For the therapist I had you were great, to some of the staff you were great. To all the staff that was there most likely playing fantasy patient (like fantasy football) screw you. Last thing if you send your kids here be prepared for them to hate you for life. I m so serious. I m almost 20, I was 15 then. That place still scares me.
When compared to other behavioral health facilities, this place can actually help, rather than simply being expensive cells like the others.The low ratings from others is because they had a bad experience, but I promise that they are exaggerating. If you obey the rules of the unit, you ll have a far better chance of experiencing some healing.Edit: I will repeat if you follow the rules of the unit (and they are strict and do take away some freedoms, but are fair, and are for the safety of everyone) you ll have a far better chance of experiencing healing and not being so miserable at USH.You ll notice that many of the 1 star reviews talk about how they broke rules, and that they were miserable. It s directly related.Don t threaten people, don t be sexually inappropriate, don t harass others, don t yell (unless you re in a room alone), don t refuse help, and things go better.
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Medicaid is a state based program that helps lower-income individuals and families pay for healthcare. Medicaid covers addiction treatment so those enrolled can use their coverage to pay for rehab. When a program accepts Medicaid the client often pays very little or nothing out of their own pocket.
Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.
Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.
Medicare is a federal program that provides health insurance for those 65 and older. It also serves people under 65 with chronic and disabling health challenges. To use Medicare for addiction treatment you need to find a program that accepts Medicare and is in network with your plan. Out of pocket costs and preauthorization requirements vary, so always check with your provider.
Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.
Addiction Treatments
Levels of Care
Inpatient Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.
Treatments
Many of those suffering from addiction also suffer from mental or emotional illnesses like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, or anxiety disorders. Rehab and other substance abuse facilities treating those with a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder administer psychiatric treatment to address the person's mental health issue in addition to drug and alcohol rehabilitation.
Mental health rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from mental illnesses like bipolar disorder, clinical depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and more. Mental health professionals at these facilities are trained to understand and treat mental health issues, both in individual and group settings.
Programs
Adult Program
Adult rehab programs include therapies tailored to each client's specific needs, goals, and recovery progress. They are tailored to the specific challenges adult clients may face, including family and work pressures and commitments. From inpatient and residential treatment to various levels of outpatient services, there are many options available. Some facilities also help adults work through co-occurring conditions, like anxiety, that can accompany addiction.
Young Adult Program
Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.
Clinical Services
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a therapy modality that focuses on the relationship between one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to establish and allow for healthy responses to thoughts and feelings (instead of unhealthy responses, like using drugs or alcohol). CBT has been proven effective for recovering addicts of all kinds, and is used to strengthen a patient's own self-awareness and ability to self-regulate. CBT allows individuals to monitor their own emotional state, become more adept at communicating with others, and manage stress without needing to engage in substance abuse.
Whether a marriage or other committed relationship, an intimate partnership is one of the most important aspects of a person's life. Drug and alcohol addiction affects both members of a couple in deep and meaningful ways, as does rehab and recovery. Couples therapy and other couples-focused treatment programs are significant parts of exploring triggers of addiction, as well as learning how to build healthy patterns to support ongoing sobriety.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a modified form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a treatment designed to help people understand and ultimately affect the relationship between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. DBT is often used for individuals who struggle with self-harm behaviors, such as self-mutilation (cutting) and suicidal thoughts, urges, or attempts. It has been proven clinically effective for those who struggle with out-of-control emotions and mental health illnesses like Borderline Personality Disorder.
Experiential therapy is a form of therapy in which clients are encouraged to surface and work through subconscious issues by engaging in real-time experiences. Experiential therapy departs from traditional talk therapy by involving the body, and having clients engage in activities, movements, and physical and emotional expression. This can involve role-play or using props (which can include other people). Experiential therapy can help people process trauma, memories, and emotion quickly, deeply, and in a lasting fashion, leading to substantial and impactful healing.
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) is a way of getting nicotine into the bloodstream without smoking. It uses products that supply low doses of nicotine to help people stop smoking. The goal of therapy is to cut down on cravings for nicotine and ease the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal.
Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.
Trauma therapy addresses traumatic incidents from a client's past that are likely affecting their present-day experience. Trauma is often one of the primary triggers and potential causes of addiction, and can stem from child sexual abuse, domestic violence, having a parent with a mental illness, losing one or both parents at a young age, teenage or adult sexual assault, or any number of other factors. The purpose of trauma therapy is to allow a patient to process trauma and move through and past it, with the help of trained and compassionate mental health professionals.
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