My experience with being hospitalized was decent. There was very little "crazy" on display. It was indeed almost like a vacation from life. The facilities were comfortable. We did groups during the day and visitors could come in the evenings. The groups covered different topics, some involved physical activity, one involved playing board games, and another was crafts. Only one infrequent group was "group therapy".

But did it help? I don't know. The setting that I was in was more to manage crises and keep people safe. Meds were played with and I talked to two doctors everyday, but there really was very little of what you would therapy.

Of course, it varies and it could be a completely different experience where you are.