The document compares inpatient and outpatient treatment for addiction and mental health issues. Inpatient treatment involves 24-hour live-in care at a facility for months at a time, while outpatient treatment involves meeting a few times per week for a few hours. The document outlines criteria for determining whether inpatient or outpatient treatment is most appropriate based on a patient's level of risk and needs. It also notes similarities and differences between the two approaches.