Paramount Recovery Centers’ mission is to assist and support individuals with substance use disorders by treating addiction in new and innovative ways.
At Paramount Recovery Centers, we believe that recovery is more than just abstinence from drugs and alcohol. Recovery enables one to enjoy life without drinking or using and to live a meaningful life. Active addicts and alcoholics are cut off from their families, communities, and even their physical selves. Therefore, treatment at Paramount Recovery Centers is geared towards integration and connection. We utilize evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), in conjunction with holistic practices (e.g., yoga and meditation) and 12 Step facilitation to help individuals find relief from the chronic stress of addiction. Only then will they be able to maintain sobriety and reconnect with family and friends to discover a sense of well-being, meaning, and purpose.
Paramount Recovery Centers’ mission is to assist and support individuals with substance use disorders by treating addiction in new and innovative ways.
At Paramount Recovery Centers, we believe that recovery is more than just abstinence from drugs and alcohol. Recovery enables one to enjoy life without drinking or using and to live a meaningful life. Active addicts and alcoholics are cut off from their families, communities, and even their physical selves. Therefore, treatment at Paramount Recovery Centers is geared towards integration and connection. We utilize evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), in conjunction with holistic practices (e.g., yoga and meditation) and 12 Step facilitation to help individuals find relief from the chronic stress of addiction. Only then will they be able to maintain sobriety and reconnect with family and friends to discover a sense of well-being, meaning, and purpose.
Mayflower Recovery is the premiere detox and residential addiction treatment program in Massachusetts and all of New England.
Mayflower offers the most comfortable and luxurious environment in the area as well as the best treatment and care.
Mayflower Recovery is the premiere detox and residential addiction treatment program in Massachusetts and all of New England.
Mayflower offers the most comfortable and luxurious environment in the area as well as the best treatment and care.
Situated in a welcoming tree-lined neighborhood just two blocks from Indian Lake in Worcester, Blue Hills Recovery offers a comprehensive range of highly personalized, compassionate, and effective mental health and substance use disorder treatment services.
Blue Hills Recovery provides evidence-based, highly individualized treatment in a compassionate, supportive, and comfortable environment. Our holistic approach includes a comprehensive range of wellness and behavioral health services, and our professional team is committed to empowering each person who walks through our doors to grow into the best version of themselves. After identifying and addressing the root causes behind each client’s mental health or substance use disorder, our clinical team works with the client to develop custom-tailored treatment plans to best match his or her specific needs. Our optional nearby supportive, recovery-focused housing offers a nurturing, supervised environment where residents can fully immerse themselves in healing and recovery while connecting with others sharing similar journeys.
Situated in a welcoming tree-lined neighborhood just two blocks from Indian Lake in Worcester, Blue Hills Recovery offers a comprehensive range of highly personalized, compassionate, and effective mental health and substance use disorder treatment services.
Blue Hills Recovery provides evidence-based, highly individualized treatment in a compassionate, supportive, and comfortable environment. Our holistic approach includes a comprehensive range of wellness and behavioral health services, and our professional team is committed to empowering each person who walks through our doors to grow into the best version of themselves. After identifying and addressing the root causes behind each client’s mental health or substance use disorder, our clinical team works with the client to develop custom-tailored treatment plans to best match his or her specific needs. Our optional nearby supportive, recovery-focused housing offers a nurturing, supervised environment where residents can fully immerse themselves in healing and recovery while connecting with others sharing similar journeys.
We proudly provide care and support to all individuals struggling with substance abuse and/or mental health issues, irrespective of their background, age, race, gender, or any other factor.
Freedom Health Treatment offers a comprehensive and integrated approach to holistic and clinical care through its Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). With a focus on addressing the whole person and promoting overall well-being, their treatment philosophy combines evidence-based therapies with alternative and complementary modalities.
We proudly provide care and support to all individuals struggling with substance abuse and/or mental health issues, irrespective of their background, age, race, gender, or any other factor.
Freedom Health Treatment offers a comprehensive and integrated approach to holistic and clinical care through its Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). With a focus on addressing the whole person and promoting overall well-being, their treatment philosophy combines evidence-based therapies with alternative and complementary modalities.
NuLife Behavioral Health offers world-class addiction and mental health services daily at our facility.
If addiction or mental health concerns have taken over your life, it’s time to take back control. A new start is possible through NuLife Behavioral Health. Our addiction and mental health treatment programs feature personalized care from a multidisciplinary team of providers. We treat clients with compassion and respect, helping them every step of the way on their journey to recovery. Family involvement and evidence-based approaches set our centers in Framingham and Worcester apart, and our commitment to supporting our clients every step of the way is what makes all the difference. Whether you have a primary diagnosis of addiction or a mental health concern or you’re struggling with co-occurring disorders, we can help.
NuLife Behavioral Health offers world-class addiction and mental health services daily at our facility.
If addiction or mental health concerns have taken over your life, it’s time to take back control. A new start is possible through NuLife Behavioral Health. Our addiction and mental health treatment programs feature personalized care from a multidisciplinary team of providers. We treat clients with compassion and respect, helping them every step of the way on their journey to recovery. Family involvement and evidence-based approaches set our centers in Framingham and Worcester apart, and our commitment to supporting our clients every step of the way is what makes all the difference. Whether you have a primary diagnosis of addiction or a mental health concern or you’re struggling with co-occurring disorders, we can help.
Whether it's support during a difficult time, help coping with the stresses of everyday life, or treatment for addiction or mental health issues, our team of caring and compassionate providers is here for you.
We all face challenges in life, and sometimes we need guidance from a skilled and compassionate professional to help us grow. Foremost in our approach is the firm belief that counseling is a partnership between the counselor and client. We take great care to empower clients in this relationship and on their path to recovery.
Whether it's support during a difficult time, help coping with the stresses of everyday life, or treatment for addiction or mental health issues, our team of caring and compassionate providers is here for you.
We all face challenges in life, and sometimes we need guidance from a skilled and compassionate professional to help us grow. Foremost in our approach is the firm belief that counseling is a partnership between the counselor and client. We take great care to empower clients in this relationship and on their path to recovery.
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The Addiction Treatment Center of New England (ATCNE) is an outpatient opioid treatment program designed to provide a safe and therapeutic environment for clients in the greater Boston area.
ATCNE individualizes treatment for every person served. In addition to MAT, ATCNE offers individual counseling in addition to group and family counseling services. Groups are tailored to various needs of clients served. Group themes include relapse prevention, stress management, parenting, health and nutrition, dual diagnosis, women's and men's issues, and trauma-informed groups.
The Addiction Treatment Center of New England (ATCNE) is an outpatient opioid treatment program designed to provide a safe and therapeutic environment for clients in the greater Boston area.
ATCNE individualizes treatment for every person served. In addition to MAT, ATCNE offers individual counseling in addition to group and family counseling services. Groups are tailored to various needs of clients served. Group themes include relapse prevention, stress management, parenting, health and nutrition, dual diagnosis, women's and men's issues, and trauma-informed groups.
For 40 years, Sameem has treated Substance Use Disorder, trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, and other disorders in adolescents and adults at our offices in Newton, Massachusetts.
Our groups with long-term clients form the basis of a thriving healing community. Our goal is to help our patients build lives in which they feel optimistic about their futures, grateful for the lives they have today, connected to their closest friends or family, and able to achieve goals they set for themselves. We work with nearly all insurance programs in Massachusetts.
For 40 years, Sameem has treated Substance Use Disorder, trauma, anxiety, stress, depression, and other disorders in adolescents and adults at our offices in Newton, Massachusetts.
Our groups with long-term clients form the basis of a thriving healing community. Our goal is to help our patients build lives in which they feel optimistic about their futures, grateful for the lives they have today, connected to their closest friends or family, and able to achieve goals they set for themselves. We work with nearly all insurance programs in Massachusetts.
At Meta Addiction Treatment in Haverhill, MA, we provide outpatient treatment that meets the unique needs of each client, with customized treatment plans, group support, and holistic approaches to healing.
At Meta, we offer a variety of outpatient programs including full-day, half-day, and aftercare programming. Our services include individual therapy and group therapy with licensed therapists allowing clients to explore their emotions and build coping mechanisms.
At Meta Addiction Treatment in Haverhill, MA, we provide outpatient treatment that meets the unique needs of each client, with customized treatment plans, group support, and holistic approaches to healing.
At Meta, we offer a variety of outpatient programs including full-day, half-day, and aftercare programming. Our services include individual therapy and group therapy with licensed therapists allowing clients to explore their emotions and build coping mechanisms.
Serenity Mountain Recovery Center is the ideal environment for women from all walks of life who are seeking recovery from substance use disorders in an atmosphere of love, safety, and empowerment.
We are trauma-informed and relapse-prevention focused. Our goal is helping women rebuild shattered lives and step into a future of stability. We offer an evidence-based program focusing on trauma informed modalities including DBT, CBT, Post-Traumatic Growth practices, Art Therapy and more. We are located in the heart of the Pennsylvania Pocono Mountains, offering breathtaking views, peaceful surroundings and beautiful supportive housing in a home-like environment with a state-of-the art kitchen and Olympic size swimming pool.
Serenity Mountain Recovery Center is the ideal environment for women from all walks of life who are seeking recovery from substance use disorders in an atmosphere of love, safety, and empowerment.
We are trauma-informed and relapse-prevention focused. Our goal is helping women rebuild shattered lives and step into a future of stability. We offer an evidence-based program focusing on trauma informed modalities including DBT, CBT, Post-Traumatic Growth practices, Art Therapy and more. We are located in the heart of the Pennsylvania Pocono Mountains, offering breathtaking views, peaceful surroundings and beautiful supportive housing in a home-like environment with a state-of-the art kitchen and Olympic size swimming pool.
The program is based on the latest research in psychology and addiction recovery.
Conveniently located in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts, Clear Steps Recovery is a short drive away from Boston, the Beach, or the White Mountains. At Clear Steps Recovery, our team of compassionate professionals offers you and your loved ones a unique, health-based, intimate approach, ultimately providing you with a clear pathway to successful, long-term recovery. Health realization is a treatment program based on the principle that individuals have an innate capacity for health and well-being. This means the program is designed to empower individuals to tap into their inner resources to achieve sobriety and recovery. The program is based on the latest research in psychology and addiction recovery. Some of the benefits of the health realization program include empowering individuals to harness their own inner resources, addressing the underlying causes of addiction, offering a non-judgmental and supportive environment, creating a customized treatment plan for everyone, and providing a robust support network.
The program is based on the latest research in psychology and addiction recovery.
Conveniently located in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts, Clear Steps Recovery is a short drive away from Boston, the Beach, or the White Mountains. At Clear Steps Recovery, our team of compassionate professionals offers you and your loved ones a unique, health-based, intimate approach, ultimately providing you with a clear pathway to successful, long-term recovery. Health realization is a treatment program based on the principle that individuals have an innate capacity for health and well-being. This means the program is designed to empower individuals to tap into their inner resources to achieve sobriety and recovery. The program is based on the latest research in psychology and addiction recovery. Some of the benefits of the health realization program include empowering individuals to harness their own inner resources, addressing the underlying causes of addiction, offering a non-judgmental and supportive environment, creating a customized treatment plan for everyone, and providing a robust support network.
If you’re struggling with addiction, reaching out for help from New Hampshire Detox Center can be one of the best and most courageous decisions you ever make.
Our detox program is typically 4-10 days depending on medical necessity. Not sure whether you would benefit from an alcohol detox program? To determine if you’re a candidate for our program, ask yourself the following: Do you feel the need to drink to get through the day? If you’ve tried to stop drinking in the past have you experienced withdrawal symptoms like nausea or anxiety? Do you use alcohol in combination with other substances, such as opioid pain relievers? Do you hide your drinking from friends and family? Have you relapsed after a period of sobriety? If you can answer yes to any of the above, it’s likely that our alcohol detox center can help you at the beginning of your journey to sobriety. We don’t just offer medical care at New Hampshire Detox Center. We also provide a comfortable, healing environment where our clients can focus on their recovery. Detox can be a challenging time physically, mentally, and emotionally. Our team members offer support every step of the way.
If you’re struggling with addiction, reaching out for help from New Hampshire Detox Center can be one of the best and most courageous decisions you ever make.
Our detox program is typically 4-10 days depending on medical necessity. Not sure whether you would benefit from an alcohol detox program? To determine if you’re a candidate for our program, ask yourself the following: Do you feel the need to drink to get through the day? If you’ve tried to stop drinking in the past have you experienced withdrawal symptoms like nausea or anxiety? Do you use alcohol in combination with other substances, such as opioid pain relievers? Do you hide your drinking from friends and family? Have you relapsed after a period of sobriety? If you can answer yes to any of the above, it’s likely that our alcohol detox center can help you at the beginning of your journey to sobriety. We don’t just offer medical care at New Hampshire Detox Center. We also provide a comfortable, healing environment where our clients can focus on their recovery. Detox can be a challenging time physically, mentally, and emotionally. Our team members offer support every step of the way.
We proudly offer individualized, outpatient mental health, substance use treatment, and substance use evaluations.
Our Telehealth Addiction Service is focused on providing high quality outpatient support for substance use and addiction challenges. It is designed to help make the steps towards recovery more accessible. All sessions are 100% remote in order to provide access to individuals with busy lives, or who many not live close to one of our location. This service is great for those who are no longer having consistent strong cravings, who are attending school or work, and do not meet the criteria for intensive care. Please note that we are not a detox/inpatient, or intensive outpatient (IOP) program.
We proudly offer individualized, outpatient mental health, substance use treatment, and substance use evaluations.
Our Telehealth Addiction Service is focused on providing high quality outpatient support for substance use and addiction challenges. It is designed to help make the steps towards recovery more accessible. All sessions are 100% remote in order to provide access to individuals with busy lives, or who many not live close to one of our location. This service is great for those who are no longer having consistent strong cravings, who are attending school or work, and do not meet the criteria for intensive care. Please note that we are not a detox/inpatient, or intensive outpatient (IOP) program.
Our clients also seek help with substance use and addiction.
We offer outpatient services, including half- and full-day programs, with evidence-based therapies (CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care) and medication management. Our integrative, client-centered approach promotes healing, resilience, and sustainable growth.
Our clients also seek help with substance use and addiction.
We offer outpatient services, including half- and full-day programs, with evidence-based therapies (CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care) and medication management. Our integrative, client-centered approach promotes healing, resilience, and sustainable growth.
In addition to cutting edge gender-responsive addiction and eating disorder treatment, our holistic approach includes yoga, equine therapy and acupuncture.
With over 50 years of experience, Crossroads understands the specific challenges and needs of women in treatment and recovery. Our highly credentialed staff utilizes an evidence-based relational model and has special training in gender-responsive and trauma-informed treatment for women. Crossroads addresses each woman with mind, body and spirit in focus - treating the whole person and helping each woman onto the road to healing, recovery and transformation into or back to a life of fullness.
In addition to cutting edge gender-responsive addiction and eating disorder treatment, our holistic approach includes yoga, equine therapy and acupuncture.
With over 50 years of experience, Crossroads understands the specific challenges and needs of women in treatment and recovery. Our highly credentialed staff utilizes an evidence-based relational model and has special training in gender-responsive and trauma-informed treatment for women. Crossroads addresses each woman with mind, body and spirit in focus - treating the whole person and helping each woman onto the road to healing, recovery and transformation into or back to a life of fullness.
Where other addiction treatment centers rely primarily on group therapy sessions, we provide 15+ one-on-one sessions per week with our multidisciplinary staff.
Williamsville Wellness was initially founded to specialize in the treatment of Impulse Control Disorders. Our program is specifically licensed by the state to provide treatment of Impulsive Control Disorders, Substance Abuse, Pathological Gambling and Mental Disorders. We have Certified Addictions Counselors with specialties in gambling treatment plus all other addictions, as approved by the American Academy of Health Care Providers. We also have counselors with gambling specialties as certified by the American Compulsive Gambling Counselor Certification Board. Our treatment staff has treated over a thousand problem gamblers in our combined 100 years of gambling treatment experience. We are also approved by the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Counselors as trainers, providing continuing education to others in the field.
Where other addiction treatment centers rely primarily on group therapy sessions, we provide 15+ one-on-one sessions per week with our multidisciplinary staff.
Williamsville Wellness was initially founded to specialize in the treatment of Impulse Control Disorders. Our program is specifically licensed by the state to provide treatment of Impulsive Control Disorders, Substance Abuse, Pathological Gambling and Mental Disorders. We have Certified Addictions Counselors with specialties in gambling treatment plus all other addictions, as approved by the American Academy of Health Care Providers. We also have counselors with gambling specialties as certified by the American Compulsive Gambling Counselor Certification Board. Our treatment staff has treated over a thousand problem gamblers in our combined 100 years of gambling treatment experience. We are also approved by the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Counselors as trainers, providing continuing education to others in the field.
Woonsocket Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, supports adults age 18 and older who are struggling with opioid addictions.
Woonsocket CTC has a dedicated team made up of professionals who are skilled in opioid addiction treatment and committed to delivering person-centered care. Our goal is for patients to feel safe and supported throughout their MAT journeys and to feel comfortable asking any questions they may have. Because our focus is on meeting individual patient needs, we take significant steps to get to know each patient and collaborate with them during treatment. To begin this process, we will evaluate your health and your past and current drug use to determine if methadone may be the right medication for you. After you begin treatment, you may participate in individual and group therapy sessions, where you can receive valuable support and learn skills that can help you remain in recovery. Receiving focused support during counseling can also help you stay engaged and motivated during treatment. Additionally, group counseling sessions can provide you with encouragement, support, and learning, all in a group setting.
Woonsocket Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, supports adults age 18 and older who are struggling with opioid addictions.
Woonsocket CTC has a dedicated team made up of professionals who are skilled in opioid addiction treatment and committed to delivering person-centered care. Our goal is for patients to feel safe and supported throughout their MAT journeys and to feel comfortable asking any questions they may have. Because our focus is on meeting individual patient needs, we take significant steps to get to know each patient and collaborate with them during treatment. To begin this process, we will evaluate your health and your past and current drug use to determine if methadone may be the right medication for you. After you begin treatment, you may participate in individual and group therapy sessions, where you can receive valuable support and learn skills that can help you remain in recovery. Receiving focused support during counseling can also help you stay engaged and motivated during treatment. Additionally, group counseling sessions can provide you with encouragement, support, and learning, all in a group setting.
Our high-end addiction and behavioral health treatment center covers the widest range of behavioral and substance abuse dependency disorders with 24 nursing care, in completely private and luxurious amenities.
Our high-end addiction and behavioral health treatment center covers the widest range of behavioral & substance abuse dependency disorders with 24 medical care, in completely private settings and private bedrooms. We offer luxury accommodations, private rooms, safe and nurturing environment where patients can begin their recovery journey. As pioneers in the integrated residential treatment rehab sector, we provide specialized for long term and short term treatment & full mental health conditions, always on a one-to-one basis. We offer medical Detoxification, Residential Inpatient Rehabilitation, Dual Diagnosis highly individualized addiction recovery treatment based on individual needs. We strongly believe that substance abuse addiction can cause also some underline, drug-induced conditions that also need to be addressed during our treatment. We offer full addiction recovery treatment in a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment for life-lasting recovery and sober living. We believe that in addressing the co-occurring, dual diagnosis, and associated conditions, in conjunction with drug abuse and alcoholism, people are given the best chance for long-term recovery.
Our high-end addiction and behavioral health treatment center covers the widest range of behavioral and substance abuse dependency disorders with 24 nursing care, in completely private and luxurious amenities.
Our high-end addiction and behavioral health treatment center covers the widest range of behavioral & substance abuse dependency disorders with 24 medical care, in completely private settings and private bedrooms. We offer luxury accommodations, private rooms, safe and nurturing environment where patients can begin their recovery journey. As pioneers in the integrated residential treatment rehab sector, we provide specialized for long term and short term treatment & full mental health conditions, always on a one-to-one basis. We offer medical Detoxification, Residential Inpatient Rehabilitation, Dual Diagnosis highly individualized addiction recovery treatment based on individual needs. We strongly believe that substance abuse addiction can cause also some underline, drug-induced conditions that also need to be addressed during our treatment. We offer full addiction recovery treatment in a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment for life-lasting recovery and sober living. We believe that in addressing the co-occurring, dual diagnosis, and associated conditions, in conjunction with drug abuse and alcoholism, people are given the best chance for long-term recovery.
Addiction is unique.
For those suffering from addiction issues, it is easy to be overcome by feelings of loneliness and isolation. At East Coast Recovery, we believe that the opposite of addiction is connection. As humans, we are at our best when we feel a genuine connection to our community. Pride, commitment, and integrity are all by-products of a genuine sense of connection. Along with necessary medical treatment, we encourage human connection by placing an emphasis on community-based therapies such as the 12-Step program and by pairing with local community coalitions such as Safe Harbor. We also hold on-site Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings and guided yoga and meditation sessions to help achieve peace in recovery, together. At East Coast Recovery, we realize and celebrate that there are many paths to recovery.
Addiction is unique.
For those suffering from addiction issues, it is easy to be overcome by feelings of loneliness and isolation. At East Coast Recovery, we believe that the opposite of addiction is connection. As humans, we are at our best when we feel a genuine connection to our community. Pride, commitment, and integrity are all by-products of a genuine sense of connection. Along with necessary medical treatment, we encourage human connection by placing an emphasis on community-based therapies such as the 12-Step program and by pairing with local community coalitions such as Safe Harbor. We also hold on-site Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings and guided yoga and meditation sessions to help achieve peace in recovery, together. At East Coast Recovery, we realize and celebrate that there are many paths to recovery.
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East Point offers 3 treatment levels, for both men and women; PHP: Day Treatment/ Partial Hospitalization, IOP: Intensive Outpatient, OP: Outpatient Treatment. East Point Recovery Center practices The 12 Step philosophy integrated with clinical modalities. Unlike many treatment centers that focus solely on the 12 Steps or solely on Clinical Methods, East Point sees the value in using both methods for a well-rounded approach to recovery.
Addiction treatment in New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
East Point offers 3 treatment levels, for both men and women; PHP: Day Treatment/ Partial Hospitalization, IOP: Intensive Outpatient, OP: Outpatient Treatment. East Point Recovery Center practices The 12 Step philosophy integrated with clinical modalities. Unlike many treatment centers that focus solely on the 12 Steps or solely on Clinical Methods, East Point sees the value in using both methods for a well-rounded approach to recovery.
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What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.