Scuba Diving for Alcohol Addiction Rehabilitation Treatment

Thailand – April 5, 2011 – Alcohol Addiction is a serious problem affecting millions of people. Not any one treatment works for everyone, and it is important to have complementary treatments available for those facing this addiction. For the first time, scuba diving, a popular pasttime, is being used to help combat alcohol problems. Scuba diving training and certification is offered by Drug & Alcohol Rehab Asia as an inclusive component in their 28-day residential alcohol rehab program.

Premier Alcohol Rehab in Asia

Drug & Alcohol Rehab Asia, the premier English-speaking alcohol rehabilitation facility, is located on Koh Chang (Elephant Island), off the coast of Thailand. The alcohol rehab centre is offering its clients the opportunity to learn to scuba dive and gain PADI dive certification while seeking treatment for their alcohol problems. Included in the treatment program, this experience arms patients with skills which help them along their path to recovery. Located in the gulf of Thailand, the rehabilitation and treatment centre has world-class diving sites on its doorstep and professional dive instructors to help students learn the basics of scuba diving.

Leisure Activities as Complementary Therapy

“Our clients are encouraged to participate in leisure activities as part of their treatment and our location means that they can see some of the best diving in the world” a media spokesperson from Drug & Alcohol Rehab Asia commented. “The course also teaches them about stress management, team work, plus all the technical aspects of diving.”

In addition to scuba diving, clients have the opportunity to participate in many different leisure activities such as yoga, a day on the beach, island hopping, deep sea fishing, snorkeling, jungle trekking, as well as visiting temples. Learning to scuba dive is one of the most popular activities on offer at the centre. The course consists of 4 sessions, and at the completion of the course clients are awarded the PADI Open Water Diver certificate.

PADI Certification Recognised Worldwide

PADI certification is recognised all over the world. The PADI system enables an individual to work from basic to professional diver through standardised modules. The Open Water Diver certificate can be used to gain further dive qualifications such as Instructor or Master Diver in the future. PADI issues nearly one-million certifications per year of which, nearly half are entry level.

“Many of our clients state that stress is their biggest issue contributing to their drinking back home. We want to help them have the confidence and skills to manage it, and not have it manage them” Rehab Thailand spokesperson commented. Scuba diving helps them realise they can deal with stress easily and in a healthy way, without turning to the bottle.”

Popularity of Scuba Diving

Scuba diving is rated as the number one water sport activity world-wide. Many people who learn how to scuba dive have stated that it is a life-changing experience and have gone on to scuba dive in many sites around the world. It is also recognised as an excellent form of relaxation and exercise. These elements are all key to successful rehabilitation and recovery. Rehabilitation focuses on life beyond treatment and on acquiring new skills and new interests. This enables a person with the knowledge that there can be a healthy and rewarding life without alcohol.

Treatments offered at Drug & Alcohol Rehab Asia focus on helping clients develop a healthy mind and body. Fitness is an important factor for recovery as it can help to improve a person’s self confidence. Patients have the opportunity to learn about healthy eating, exercise and relaxation which will improve their outlook and help to discourage alcohol abuse. Scuba diving contributes to this through educating students about the dangers in alcohol use and diving.

Comprehensive Addiction Treatment Center

Drug & Alcohol Rehab Asia is a unique rehabilitation centre in Asia that offers treatments for people who have problems with alcohol. The centre is located in breathtaking surrounds and provides five-star accommodation, meals, activities and treatment. The focus of treatment is to encourage a healthy mind and body, and which is achievable for all clients in the private and secluded facilities. It is the only dedicated alcohol rehabilitation centre for English speaking clients in Asia, and was the first such addiction treatment center in Thailand. With clients coming from over 50 countries, Drug & Alcohol Rehab Asia is a premier medical tourism addiction treatment destination.

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For more information regarding scuba diving and alcohol rehabilitation, visit the Drug & Alcohol Rehab Asia website alcoholrehab.com or email info@alcoholrehab.com