Unexpected Ways to Enrich your Recovery
Entering recovery opens up a new world to you after you’ve felt the deep darkness of addiction and how it can deplete the joy and
February 14, 2020
Our Blog, Your Resource
We want to keep you informed with knowledge that can change your life, which is why we have created our blog to provide you with:
- New developments in addiction, treatment and recovery
- Answers to your most commonly asked questions
- Resources and tips to support you on your journey
Methadone and Depression
Methadone maintenance treatment (MMT) is an effective way of taking care of patients who are opioid dependents. This treatment has led to improved quality of
February 3, 2020
Methadone vs. Buprenorphine: Similarities and Differences
When you’re considering treatment options for opioid addiction, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) will be one of the common programs you encounter. MAT is an effective option
January 27, 2020
MAT Programs Now Accept Medicare Coverage
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) combines proven medications and counseling to help you start the path to recovery with comprehensive treatment services. Insurance coverage makes MAT programs
January 24, 2020
Boston Inmates in Civil Suit over Denied MAT
Many prisoners in America’s criminal justice system find themselves behind bars for drug-related offenses while their body is actively dependent on opioids. For most of
January 20, 2020
Methadone and Beer: A Dangerous Mix
Consuming a combination of alcohol and Methadone medication is a hazardous activity that can lead to serious health problems or death. Methadone is an opioid
January 14, 2020
The National Institutes of Health Work to HEAL Communities Plagued with Opioid Addiction
It’s well established that modern opioid treatment programs, such as medication-assisted treatment (MAT) programs are an effective approach to addressing opioid abuse disorders. Other tools,
January 7, 2020
Will Methadone or Suboxone Show in a Drug Screening?
Methadone and Suboxone help patients manage their withdrawal symptoms and cravings during medication-assisted treatment (MAT). Since they count as opioids, some patients worry that they
January 3, 2020
Tips for Raising Drug-Free Kids in High School
When you keep communication open between you and your child, it makes it easier for them to talk about drugs. You can promote more open
December 31, 2019
Senior Citizen Opioid Addiction
Young people between the ages of 18 and 25 years are the largest section of the population that abuse prescription medication such as anti-anxiety drugs,
December 27, 2019
How to Get on a Methadone Program
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) with methadone helps patients manage withdrawal symptoms and learn recovery skills. If you need help with opioid addiction recovery, a MAT clinic
December 24, 2019
How Long Does Naloxone Block Opioid Receptors?
Naloxone, also known as the branded medicine Narcan®, reverses an opioid overdose by blocking opioid receptors. Since it has no potential for abuse and is
December 19, 2019