Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is the use of medications, in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies, to provide a “whole-patient” approach to the treatment of substance use disorders. Suboxone is a medication used to treat opiate addiction by relieving the withdrawal symptoms and pschological cravings that cause chemical imbalances in the body. Suboxone, also known as Buprenorphrine suppresses and reduces cravings…
At New Start Clinics we believe in the whole-patient, which includes a support system paired with Medication-Assisted Treatment. We believe the support system is essential to a patient having a successful recovery. If you personally know someone going through addiction treatment, you can potentially play a role in their recovery process. Here are a few ways to support someone going…
Addiction causes physical and psychological dependencies, and can be extremely hard to quit without professional medical support. When addictive substances are taken repeatedly, the body develops a tolerance and needs greater amounts to get the same effect. As dosages are increased, the body begins to depend on these drugs to replace natural chemicals the body would normally produce. It is…
Addiction can happen overnight, but the road to recovery doesn’t have a quick fix — it takes time and support. We don’t just give our patients a pill and send them on their way. Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is the use of medications, in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies, to provide a whole-patient approach to the treatment of substance use…
For those of you who are seeking treatment for your family members or yourselves, one thing to consider is the human connection. Patients are the most successful when they have a support system — doctors, family, friends, and counselors — to help them follow their unique treatment plan, and help them when they experience a setback. Medication-Assisted Treatment isn’t just…
You are doing it right now by reading this! You know your family member or friend has an addiction, and you are trying to discover the best ways possible to help them. Educating yourself on addiction is a great way to support a loved one. You won’t know exactly what they’re going through, but you’ll learn how to help them avoid…