Why MAT Isn’t Just Replacing One Addiction With Another
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
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 […]
Factors Affecting Methadone Metabolism
Everyone’s body processes methadone at a different rate. Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) that involves methadone maintenance helps patients feel relief from opioid withdrawal symptoms. Managing these symptoms allows patients to utilize counseling and other resources to address their addiction from a psychological and emotional standpoint. However, some people considering methadone treatment worry about methadone detection in […]
The Role of Fentanyl in the Opioid Epidemic
Illicit fentanyl is now the leading cause of opioid-related deaths. Fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid, continues to make alarming national headlines. Illicit fentanyl continues to flood American streets, adding to grim overdose statistics. As many news reports state, only a tiny amount of fentanyl can prove fatal. It is important to understand the role of […]
Medications You Cannot Take with Suboxone
Buprenorphine Drug interactions can accidentally happen; here is how to prevent them. Suboxone, also known as buprenorphine, is an FDA-approved prescription medication for opioid addiction treatment. Buprenorphine has been used clinically since 2002 and has proven to be an effective partial opioid agonist. It also has other uses, like helping people with chronic pain under […]
Developing Healthy Coping Mechanisms
Those who develop substance use disorder have often dealt with traumas they weren’t equipped to handle at the time. Many use drugs and alcohol to try and regulate their emotions or untreated symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and other mental health issues like anxiety and depression. It’s also not uncommon for those with opioid use […]
Opioid Use Among Athletes
As many know by now, a large percentage of people with opioid use disorder began their spiral into addiction after a legally prescribed bottle of opioid painkillers. Before opioid prescribing guidelines attempted to curb the number of opioid scripts handed out by doctors were introduced in 2016, millions of them were being written to patients […]
Opioid Addiction During the Winter Months
The Northeast is known for its seasonal climate. While many love the changing seasons, winter can be a challenging time for those recovering from opioid use. Opioid overdoses tend to spike when the weather is colder and the days are shorter. With understanding, planning and treatment, you can be better prepared to maintain your recovery journey through New England winters. […]
Recovery Management During the Holidays
While many believe that the holidays bring out the best in people, if you or your loved one struggles with opioid addiction or another substance use disorder, the stress and chaos of the holiday season may be too much to bear. If you or a loved one is new to recovery, some extra encouragement, support and understanding may be required […]
Battling Opioid Addiction in the Northeast
The Northeast is known for its seasonal climate. While many love the changing seasons, winter can be a challenging time for those battling opioid use disorder. Opioid overdoses tend to spike when the weather is colder and the days are shorter. With understanding, planning and treatment, you can be better prepared to cope with substance use disorder during the harsh […]
