Many individuals looking into alcohol and drug treatment in Norway may choose to take part in an inpatient short-term drug rehabilitation program which requires a stay of as little as a month. This option could be be an appropriate rehabilitation option for individuals who have family or work commitments, and may require a quick but somewhat intensive course of treatment. In addition, individuals that have a very brief background of alcohol and drug abuse may possibly find this to be a suitable selection whereas a potential clients with a more extensive and serious history of substance abuse might need a much more extensive course of rehabilitation. If a potential client does have a more serious history of alcohol and drug abuse and opts for a residential short-term rehab option of as little as a month, it is frequently required that they follow up this treatment with regular follow-up treatment or take part in an aftercare facility so that their sobriety can be supervised closely and so can receive the support needed in their rehab process in every way feasible.