If you are addicted to drugs, it can be difficult to get off of the drugs on your own. One way you can get some help is to choose an intensive outpatient program. Below is information on what this is and the benefits this will offer you. This will allow you to become drug-free so you can have a better life.  Intensive Outpatient Program An intensive outpatient program (IOP) is a type of treatment that treats drug addiction, as well as eating disorders, depression, and many other dependencies.