Much of drug addiction treatment is about change. The process of change entails every aspect of the addict’s life. Treatment for drug addiction is designed to show the addict what their drug abuse behavior is doing to themselves and those around them. Most addicts wrongfully believe they are not hurting anyone else. So the first thing to change is how they perceive the effects of using drugs. Change is primarily about thinking and acting differently. The addict needs to start substituting new people and places. Change takes time and effort. Most addicts need to admit they have a problem and become willing to accept help. Good treatment centers motivate their clients to stay the course and not use, no matter what happens.