When examining the question of successful drug treatment, it is important to consider all aspects involved in drug and alcohol addiction. After analyzing the multitude of issues, it has become very clear that many efforts are currently being researched to ensure the prevention and treatment of alcohol dependence and drug abuse which impacts not only the abuser, but the their families, to include the community as a whole (“National Institute on Drug Abuse”). Success clearly depends on the compliance of the individual and the willingness of the community to provide adequate and appropriate treatment. As discussed by the editor, Raymond Goldberg and his colleagues, it has been difficult to convey the urgent need for treatment and the appropriate protocol to measure its success. . In selecting “YES,” the National Institute on Drug Abuse acknowledges this difficulty, but also claims that prolonged treatment produces more fruitful results (Goldberg 401). In the “No” category, the primary concern is the scientific approach to data collection, and what constitutes a drug treatment is also unclear (Goldberg 401). While acknowledging this complaint, it is clear that the focus of the “NO” category has only highlighted a small part of the problem. Unfortunately, they have also inadequately used the widespread and available research to evaluate the multitude of drug treatment efforts and improvements. Key Guidelines for Effective and Successful Treatment Addiction is a complex but treatable disease that affects brain function and behavior. Tailoring treatment settings, interventions and services to an individual's particular problems and needs are critical to his ultimate success in returning to productive functions....... middle of the document ...... this research will provide better supplies for future amendments in the field of drug treatment programs. Cited Sources" National Institute on Drug Abuse Drugs". Gale Opposing views in context. Detroit: Gale, 2014. Opposing Viewpoints in Context. Network. December 6, 2013.Goldberg, Raymond, ed. Taking a stand: Conflicting views on drugs and society. Comp. National Institute on Drug Abuse et al. Tenth ed. New York: McGraw Hill, 2012. Print. Take a stand. Issue 18 "National Association of State Alcohol and Drug Abuse Directors." Gale Opposing views in context. Detroit: Gale, 2014. Opposing Viewpoints in Context. Network. 6 December 2013. Justice Policy Institute, ed. “Substance Abuse Treatment and Public Safety.” Justice Policy Institute.Justice Policy Institute, 2013. Web. 6 December. 2013..