According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, about 21.6 million people ages 12 and up needed substance abuse treatment but only 4.2 million people received the help they needed.1 Although there are many reasons why people may not get the treatment they need, many people don’t seek treatment because they just don’t think they need it.
Category: Detox
How Does Medication Assisted Treatment Work?
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) defines medication assisted treatment (MAT) as “the use of medications in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies to provide a “whole patient” approach to the treatment of substance use disorders.”1 These medications work to relieve the physical withdrawal symptoms and cravings that cause chemical imbalances in the body.
How to Get Help If You Have an LSD Tolerance
If you’ve developed an LSD tolerance, you might be able to detox on your own at home. However, if you experience severe psychological symptoms that make it difficult to continue with your day, you’d likely benefit from professional help.
Anxiety and Addiction: Treatment Strategies and Recovery
Anxiety is one of the most common mental disorders that addicted individuals and people in recovery experience. Every person with anxiety will experience it differently, but there is a significant link between substance abuse and anxiety. Anxiety can contribute to substance use disorders, and vice versa, which can make symptoms worse and recovery more difficult.
Barbiturate Overdose: Risks, Side Effects, and Symptoms
If you hear a friend or loved one mention “angel dust” in conversation, they might be talking about an illegal drug called PCP. In previous decades, PCP abuse was a big problem and it has slowly made a comeback. Becoming familiar with these terms can help you pick up on conversations about possible drug use.
How Long Does Cocaine Stay In Your System?
Many factors influence how long it takes for cocaine to be fully eliminated from your body, but here’s how long it can show up on a drug test.
How to Deal With Alcohol Cravings
Alcohol cravings are also a normal part of recovery, especially if you were heavily addicted and have been drinking for a long time. If you’re struggling to deal with alcohol cravings, you might need professional help.
Meet Our Board-Certified Doctors and Addiction Specialists
Admitting that you have an addiction isn’t easy and the process of overcoming addiction is very challenging. However, it can be made easier with professional support. Addiction treatment professionals are trained and certified to treat people with substance use disorders. Their professional training, expertise, and on-the-job experience ensure that you or your loved ones get […]
How to Help Someone With a Morphine Addiction
About 9.9 million Americans misused prescription pain relievers like morphine in 2018 and widespread morphine addiction and other opioid use disorders are more common than you might think.1 If someone you know is displaying signs of morphine addiction, it’s absolutely essential that he or she gets treatment right away. Morphine addiction can quickly take over […]
What Is The Sinclair Method?
In today’s society, we often look for easy, simple solutions to solve complex problems. Whether it’s drinking a weight-loss shake in hopes of shedding a few extra pounds or taking a pill to resolve uncomfortable feelings of anxiety, we often search for the easy way out because the alternative requires much more from us. Similarly, […]