Why MAT Isn’t Just Replacing One Addiction With Another

Man wearing suite questions why MAT is controversial in addiction treatment.

One of the sharpest controversies in the field of addiction treatment revolves around whether medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is just replacing one addiction with another. Much of the MAT controversy in addiction treatment centers on the use of methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone to treat drug addiction. These medications interact with the same opioid receptors in the […]

What to Do When Someone Refuses Addiction Treatment

Man refusing to get help for addiction

Watching as a loved one struggles with opioid addiction is difficult. After all, you know how amazing your loved one is when they aren’t under the influence of illicit substances. While it is frustrating to try to figure out what to do when someone refuses addiction treatment, your loved one’s health and well-being are worth […]