Slang terms for rehabilitation (rehab) can vary regionally and over time, but here are some common slang words and phrases that have been used to refer to rehab:
- Rehab
- Treatment
- Rehab center
- The clinic
- Detox (short for detoxification, often referring to the initial phase of rehab)
- Sober house
- Recovery center
- The program
- Getting clean
- Going to boot camp (informal term for a strict rehab program)
- Getting help
- Turning things around
- Getting on the wagon (referring to abstaining from alcohol or drugs)
- Taking the cure
- Seeking support
- The 12 steps (referring to the 12-step program used in many rehabilitation programs)
- Sobriety school
- Rehab resort (sometimes humorously used to describe a luxurious rehab facility)
- Hitting rehab
- Getting fixed up
Please note that while some of these terms are commonly used, others might be more specific to certain groups or regions. It's important to use language that is respectful and sensitive when discussing issues related to addiction and recovery.