Stigma, characterized by negative attitudes, stereotypes, and discrimination towards individuals with mental illness and substance use disorder, poses a significant obstacle to recovery and societal well-being.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has created this informational booklet for people living with Substance Use Disorder.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has created this informational booklet for people living with Substance Use Disorder.
Links to online resources for Substance Use Disorder.
Seeing a loved one struggling with addiction can be heartbreaking and overwhelming. Though you can’t force them to change, your understanding, support, and encouragement can greatly influence their journey towards recovery.
It is a myth that MAT is just replacing one addiction with another. In reality, MAT medications are carefully regulated, non-euphoric, and used under medical supervision. When taken as prescribed, they help break the addictive cycle by restoring a measure of brain function and reducing uncontrollable urges to use.
In addition to individual and group therapy, mutual support groups offer a lifeline for individuals in recovery, providing a sense of community, accountability, and hope.
While detox may manage physical withdrawal symptoms, therapy is essential for addressing the underlying psychological, emotional, and behavioral drivers of addiction. Effective treatment often involves a combination of therapeutic approaches tailored to the individual’s needs.
Culture profoundly influences how we perceive substance use, how we understand addiction, and ultimately how we seek treatment. Recognizing cultural differences is essential for providing effective and inclusive care, reducing stigma, and improving treatment outcomes in diverse populations.
Older adults face a unique set of circumstances that can contribute to substance use problems. Substance misuse among seniors is frequently overlooked or misdiagnosed, highlighting the need for awareness and age-specific treatment approaches.