Drug rehabs are important facilities as they assist people who are undergoing challenging moments in their lives. Their aim is to enable an addict recover from the effects of drugs and alcohol abuse. Most rehab centres have strict criteria that they use before they let you join their facility. In this article, we focus on some criteria that is used when admitting you.

• Products that you’re required to carry- The beauty and toiletries that you carry when joining a rehab must be alcohol-free. It is important to read the list of ingredients that are used to make the items that you carry. In case you find alcohol as one of the ingredients, it is important not to buy that item as it may be rejected. You’re are supposed to bring the following items that may last a month:
• Deodorant
• Toothbrush and paste
• Shampoo and conditioner
• Lotion
• Comb
• Shaving cream
• Items prohibited-There are certain items that most rehabs cannot accept. The aim of banning the items in their facilities is to ensure that the rehab environment is conducive for your recovery. The items are as follows:
• Drugs and alcohol
• Weapons
• Pornography
• Aerosols
• Electronics
• Candle and incense
• Video games
• Narcotics or prohibited prescriptions
• Weapons
• Food or drinks
• Toiletries and beauty products that contain alcohol
• Electronic cigarettes
• Unapproved or previously opened OTC medications
• Nail polish, polish remover or synthetic nail related products
• Video games and DVDs

Some of the items banned may not have a serious effect but may distract you from concentrating on the recovery program. These include such items like video games and playing of cards. The banning of certain foods is so that to ensure that the meals that you take do not have caffeine or less sugar.

• Items that are allowed by some rehabs and prohibited by others- Depending on the rules and regulations of every rehab, there are certain items that are allowed while others aren’t. These are as follows:
• Cell phone and laptop. In case your centre allows cellphones and computers, it is important to come along with power cords.
•  Cigarettes. If allowed, inquire about the number of packets that you should carry.
• Vitamins and over the counter medications. The centres that allow these items require that they are new and properly sealed. Gum.
• MP3 player or CD player. If you’re allowed to carry them, you must ensure that you don’t have internet access.
• Packing information- in case you’re unsure of the items that you should carry along, it is important to search for information at the rehab’s site.