Methadone is a Medicated-assisted Treatment (MAT) that has been used for decades to treat opiate abuse disorders. It has proven highly effective and can be a life-long treatment. Part of the appeal of MAT programs like methadone is that an individual with an opiate addiction can immediately begin receiving treatment without undergoing withdrawal and detox….
Substance abuse and addiction affect millions across the United States. Fortunately, there are a number of therapies and treatments available to address these issues and disorders, including medication-assisted treatment. For many, adding a medication into their recovery can help combat the desire to return to an abused substance. One of the most useful and most…
At Oasis Recovery in North Carolina, we use medication-assisted treatment (MAT) to help those with opiate addictions begin the road to recovery. Medications like Suboxone (buprenorphine) and methadone are designed to help clients immediately begin treatment without having to undergo an intense period of detox and withdrawal. What is Suboxone and How to Use It…
Not everyone is aware that there are medication-assisted treatment (MAT) options for alcoholism. It’s important to keep in mind that these treatment options are not a cure for an alcohol use disorder (AUD). Medications are used to help individuals who struggle with alcoholism get their lives back on track. This is similar to the way…
