How Does Medication Assisted Treatment Work?
MAT is the use of specific FDA-approved medications in conjunction with behavioral therapies, counseling, or intensive psychiatric treatment. This kind of medically-supported treatment for substance use disorders helps the individual stay substance-free throughout treatment and recovery.
Treating Withdrawal Symptoms
For those attempting to rid their body of any illicit substance, there are often physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms that can be extremely uncomfortable. We are licensed to administer medications to help alleviate the uncomfortable & sometimes dangerous withdrawal symptoms.
Medication for Alcohol Addiction
MAT medications for alcoholism remove the "reward sensation" that alcohol provides from an individual's body. This medication can be administered orally or via injection can help re-train your brain to eliminate cravings for alcohol.
Medication for Opiate Addiction
Similar to alcohol, there are several medications that remove the "reward sensation" that many long-term opiate abusers struggle with. This medication can be administered orally or via injection can help re-train your brain to eliminate cravings for ALL opiates.