MAT, or Medication-Assisted Treatment, is a form of therapy that combines medication with counseling and behavioral therapies. It's used to treat drug addiction to drugs and alcohol. MAT is more effective than traditional abstinence-based approaches in the long term, and it's now considered the standard of care for opioid addiction. This blog post will look at how MAT works and its potential benefits for those struggling with substance use disorder. We'll also explore the available medication options and any potential risks associated with MAT therapy.
Read MoreMany alcohol recovery treatment programs require patients to rely on willpower alone to abstain from their drug of choice. This discipline might come easy when things are going well. However, when life goes awry, the brain seeks relief in any way possible, including the bottle — temporary and dangerous as that fix may be. What if there was a way to reduce your body’s craving for alcohol? Now, there is. Medication in conjunction with counseling offers new hope. Here are five things you should know about the Sinclair Method for alcohol addiction recovery.
Read MoreAccording to recent data, nearly 12.7% of the US population is having a hard time dealing with their alcohol addiction. From having a few glasses to binge drinking, no amount of alcohol consumption is risk-free. Alcoholism should not be something that should be able to control your actions. Instead, you can learn to control your urges and live a happy and healthy life without depending on the substance. So, use the tips mentioned above and start dealing with your addiction the right way
Read MoreAccording to one survey of students, about 51 percent of them reported getting black-out drunk at least once. If you're part of this percentage that has blacked out, you should reconsider your drinking habits. A lot of things happen to your body during an alcohol blackout. Keep reading to learn why becoming blackout drunk is so dangerous.
Read MoreWhether your dad is newly sober or has been in recovery for a long time, here are great ideas for sobriety anniversary gifts to get him. Alcoholism affects approximately 9 million men in the U.S. If your dad is one of them, you've seen firsthand how damaging addiction can be. That makes it all the more important to celebrate milestone moments like sobriety anniversaries. That's why we've compiled a list of five great sobriety anniversary gifts you can give your dad.
Read MoreAlcoholism is a disease that isn’t necessarily genetic but does seem to run in families. While research has not yet ruled out alcoholism being a genetic disease, there are several social reasons why alcoholism is considered a family disease. Alcoholism is a serious problem and it can be difficult to fight the problem on your own. If your family has a history of alcoholism, then managing the problem becomes even more difficult.
Read MoreIt would be almost impossible to overstate the effects and dangers of drug abuse, so many fathers find themselves overwhelmed with the idea of talking to their children about this sensitive topic. After all, how can you truly convey the impact of so destructive? In fact, with a few simple tips, many parents find that discussing this subject with their children can be easier and more productive than they ever thought possible.
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