Success Rate
78% of graduates remain sober.
A national study of Adult & Teen Challenge graduates found lasting results in sobriety, family relationships, and life stability.
Graduate Outcomes
78%
are sober and substance abuse free
92.9%
reported NO new legal problems post-graduation
91%
reported improved quality of relationships with family members
25.9%
have enrolled in new education or training
Results indicate that 78% of the 340 sample respondents are sober and substance abuse free, after participating in the ATC program. While the entire sample indicated high levels of sobriety, those who remained at ATC as staff or interns were less likely to use the legal substances of alcohol and marijuana than graduates who were not at ATC. Further, on average ATC graduates self-report that they are engaging in spiritual practices such as praying, reading the Bible and attending church, at least on a weekly basis. However, individuals who were sober were far more engaged in spiritual practices, experienced a greater connection to God, higher levels of self-acceptance and love of others. Overall, sample respondents reported increased holistic health indicators in multiple dimensions, following their graduation from an ATC program. Finally the data indicates overwhelming satisfaction in the ATC program.
Respondents who met ATC’s definition of sobriety reported a greater connection with God as compared to those who were categorized as non-sober.
The Need Is Real
The National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) provides national data on substance use, mental health, and treatment needs across the United States. According to the 2025 NSDUH:
44.4% (129.1 million)
used alcohol in the past month, and 19.5% (56.8 million) engaged in binge drinking.
24.0% (69.8 million)
used illicit drugs in the past year.
10.1% (29.3 million)
reported nicotine vaping in the past month.
2.4% (7.1 million)
misused opioids in the past year.
Ongoing mental health challenges include serious thoughts of suicide and an increasing need for care.
Be part of the 78%.
Recovery is possible. Our admissions team is ready to help you take the first step.
