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substance abuse disorder
Teenage Drug Abuse
Early Prevention and Detection are Key to Combating Teen Addiction Just about every teen spends time on social media these days. It’s mostly harmless…but there’s a disturbing parallel to social media use. Teens who spend a lot of time on social media are much more likely to abuse drugs or alcohol. How much more? 5...
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Co-occurring disorders affect millions.
What is a co-occurring disorder? What does it have to do with “dual diagnosis treatment?” We hear these questions often from concerned friends & family members. The terms are a little obscure, so it’s not surprising. This post will explain them, and answer the most common questions. 1. What do “co-occurring disorder” (COD) and “dual...
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Stay Connected Post-Recovery with Aftercare
Substance abuse is an isolating disease. It strips us of our ability to think clearly. Our ability to function normally, in almost every aspect of our lives. It’s not something you “get over” quickly. Historically, substance use disorder (SUD) treatment data has shown that length of treatment, program completion, and aftercare participation all have significant...
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Medication Assisted Treatment for Addiction
Curious what “MAT” stands for? In addiction treatment circles, we’re not talking about a padded square we put on the floor for exercise. We’re talking about “Medication Assisted Treatment.” What does that mean? According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): “Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) is the use of FDA- approved medications...
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