Can addiction be treated with medication?

Can addiction be treated with medication?

There are a number of medicines that have been approved for treating substance use disorder and this begs the question can addiction be treated with medication. How effective is medication for the treatment of addiction? Giving a person medication alone is of little...
The Longer The Treatment The Better The Results

The Longer The Treatment The Better The Results

Evidence shows that the longer a person stays in treatment, the higher the chances that they will achieve long-term sobriety. But even brief treatment is better than no treatment at all. Aftercare and outpatient programmes are a good idea for those unable to spend a...
Addiction rehab works! Here’s the evidence

Addiction rehab works! Here’s the evidence

One of the most common questions people ask is: Does rehab work? The short answer is yes! It can be a scary time when you or a loved one is lost in substance abuse and addiction. It is incredibly important that a person in this position gets help as soon as possible,...