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Addiction

Effective Treatments for Addiction That Work

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Effective treatments for addiction that work

Treatments for addiction and substance use disorder that works for you may not work for anyone else. The reason is that every person has a different reason for having an addiction, or misusing drugs or alcohol. They also have a different drug of choice, method, tolerance, withdrawal symptoms, and motivation for recovery. When you enter treatment, you will receive a customized treatment plan of action that includes various activities and techniques that give you the best chance of maintaining recovery for the rest of your life. The programs and therapies you receive have been proven effective through multiple research studies. The most common treatments for addiction are discussed below. Detoxification How long you have been dependent on a substance and the severity of your withdrawal symptoms will influence where you begin the recovery process. For many, detoxification is the first step because medical supervision or medication-assisted treatment can ease withdrawal symptoms and curb …

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7 Uses for Ketamine Therapy

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7 uses for Ketamine therapy

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Ketamine for limited use as a general anesthetic, initially used in the 1960s and 1970s. Ketamine was the go-to anesthesia for treating wounded soldiers on the battlefield. Around this same time, researchers were discovering other uses for Ketamine. However, as the drug became popular among recreational users, President Nixon banned it and classified it as a schedule III narcotic. Uses for Ketamine in Mental Health In recent years, Ketamine has been making a comeback in the mental health industry. Psychiatrists can administer Ketamine as an off-label prescription in their clinic. No take-home prescriptions are allowed, however. Esketamine, a nasal spray, and an intravenous drip are the two most common treatment methods. The more time that passes and the more data gathered, the uses for Ketamine are expanding. Below are seven examples. 1. Severe Depression Ketamine is currently an effective treatment for severe depression. If …

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Addiction Treatment Plan: Screening, Assessment, and Treatment

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addiction treatment plan

Addiction is a disorder of the brain that causes a person to act compulsively in activities that provide a rewarding sensation. An individual will continue to engage in reward-seeking behaviors even if they are experiencing negative consequences, such as the loss of a job, deteriorating relationships, or legal problems. In many cases, people who experience a substance use disorder or addiction to a specific substance will continue to abuse the substance until a medical emergency or legal matter emerges. In this article, we will explore the various stages of developing an addiction treatment plan, including the screening, assessment, and treatment process. The Addiction Treatment Plan Developing an effective treatment plan involves several steps, starting with a screening, followed by an assessment by a licensed mental health professional, and recommended path forward toward the most effective addiction treatment plan possible. Here’s what you need to know about the various stages of …

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