Addiction Treatment FAQ
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Q Which Treatments Are Offered at Addiction Treatment Centers?
Mostly, substance abuse and mental health improvement treatments are offered at addiction treatment centers. ChoicePoint offers the following addiction treatments:
- Alcohol addiction treatment
- Opioid addiction treatment
- Prescription drug addiction treatment
- Benzodiazepines addiction treatment
- Illicit drug addiction treatment
We also treat mental health issues, including:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Anxiety and Panic Attacks
- Borderline Personality Disorders
- Substance Abuse Disorders
Q How Can Friends and Family Help a Person Receiving Addiction Treatment??
Friends and family are essential in motivating a person to complete their treatment and maintain sobriety. You can help your loved ones by:
- Encouraging them to follow their treatment plan.
- Celebrate recovery milestones with them.
- Attend family therapy sessions to understand better what they are going through.
- Offer to drive them to the treatment center.
- Hold them accountable in case of relapse and encourage them to continue treatment.
Q What Is Classified as Drug Addiction?
Drug addiction is a severe disease characterized by a compulsive urge to use drugs despite being aware of the harmful consequences. A person is classified as a person with a substance use disorder if they can not control their ability to resist drugs and use illegal means to acquire them without considering their harmful side effects.
Q Why Do People Keep Using Drugs?
Prolonged use of drugs and alcohol changes the function of the brain and body. Our body starts to depend on drugs for normal functioning. When the person stops using drugs, the brain sends signals to the body that something is missing and produces withdrawal symptoms.
These withdrawal symptoms lead to relapse, and people use drugs again to ease their suffering, diving deeper into the cycle of addiction.
Q What are the levels of care in addiction treatment?
The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) has developed guidelines for addiction treatment. Different levels of care have been developed to help doctors provide sufficient care according to the severity of addiction.
The levels of care include:
- Inpatient Treatment
- Residential Treatment
- High-Intensity Outpatient Treatment (HIOP)/ Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
- Intensive Outpatient Treatment
- Outpatient Treatment
- Medical Counseling
Q What Is Holistic Addiction Treatment?
Holistic addiction treatment is a newer approach to addiction treatment. It takes a whole-patient approach to uplift an individual's emotional, physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects. It aims to not only treat addiction but also treat any underlying mental health problems to improve the quality of life.
Q Does Insurance Cover Addiction Treatment?
Yes, most of the insurance companies provide coverage for addiction treatment. We work with both commercial and government insurance companies. You may verify your insurance if you need clarification on your insurance plan.
Q Is Online Therapy Covered by Insurance?
Yes, most of the insurance companies cover online addiction treatment, including therapy. ChoicePoint accepts Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, and several other insurance programs. You can verify your insurance to get started.
Q What Are the Patterns of Alcohol Addiction?
The patterns of addiction are:
- Binge Drinking
Consuming large amounts of alcohol in a short period of time.
- Withdrawal
Withdrawal begins when the effect of the drink begins to wear off.
- Anticipation
The body craves and anticipates alcohol for normal function, which results in a person drinking more alcohol, hence beginning the cycle of addiction.
Admission & Scheduling FAQ
Q Why Would a Doctor Prescribe Subutex Instead of Suboxone?
Subutex and Suboxone were both authorized by the FDA in 2002 to treat opiate addiction by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Suboxone can be used long-term, while Subutex is mainly used during detox.
Q Why is Subutex Preferred in Pregnancy?
Infants born to mothers undergoing Buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder exhibited higher birth weights and fewer signs of opioid withdrawal, as compared to those whose mothers were on methadone.
Q Can Subutex Be Prescribed via Telemedicine?
Yes! As Subutex is a Schedule III medication, it is permitted by the DEA.
Q What’s the Highest Mg of Subutex?
The initial dose may range from 0.8mg to 4mg. It is administered as a single daily dose and should not exceed a maximum daily dose of 32mg.
Q Do You Swallow Subutex Pills?
No! Subutex should not be chewed or swallowed. Consult your healthcare provider to tell you the correct way to take Subutex.
Q Is Subutex Addictive, and Can It Be Misused?
Subutex has a potential for abuse, especially if not taken as prescribed. When taken properly under medical supervision, the risk of addiction and misuse is significantly reduced. It’s crucial to follow the prescribed dosage and the doctor’s instructions to minimize these risks.
Addiction Therapy FAQ
Q Why Would a Doctor Prescribe Subutex Instead of Suboxone?
Subutex and Suboxone were both authorized by the FDA in 2002 to treat opiate addiction by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Suboxone can be used long-term, while Subutex is mainly used during detox.
Q Why is Subutex Preferred in Pregnancy?
Infants born to mothers undergoing Buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder exhibited higher birth weights and fewer signs of opioid withdrawal, as compared to those whose mothers were on methadone.
Q Can Subutex Be Prescribed via Telemedicine?
Yes! As Subutex is a Schedule III medication, it is permitted by the DEA.
Q What’s the Highest Mg of Subutex?
The initial dose may range from 0.8mg to 4mg. It is administered as a single daily dose and should not exceed a maximum daily dose of 32mg.
Q Do You Swallow Subutex Pills?
No! Subutex should not be chewed or swallowed. Consult your healthcare provider to tell you the correct way to take Subutex.
Q Is Subutex Addictive, and Can It Be Misused?
Subutex has a potential for abuse, especially if not taken as prescribed. When taken properly under medical supervision, the risk of addiction and misuse is significantly reduced. It’s crucial to follow the prescribed dosage and the doctor’s instructions to minimize these risks.
Inpatient Treatment FAQ
Q Why Would a Doctor Prescribe Subutex Instead of Suboxone?
Subutex and Suboxone were both authorized by the FDA in 2002 to treat opiate addiction by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Suboxone can be used long-term, while Subutex is mainly used during detox.
Q Why is Subutex Preferred in Pregnancy?
Infants born to mothers undergoing Buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder exhibited higher birth weights and fewer signs of opioid withdrawal, as compared to those whose mothers were on methadone.
Q Can Subutex Be Prescribed via Telemedicine?
Yes! As Subutex is a Schedule III medication, it is permitted by the DEA.
Q What’s the Highest Mg of Subutex?
The initial dose may range from 0.8mg to 4mg. It is administered as a single daily dose and should not exceed a maximum daily dose of 32mg.
Q Do You Swallow Subutex Pills?
No! Subutex should not be chewed or swallowed. Consult your healthcare provider to tell you the correct way to take Subutex.
Q Is Subutex Addictive, and Can It Be Misused?
Subutex has a potential for abuse, especially if not taken as prescribed. When taken properly under medical supervision, the risk of addiction and misuse is significantly reduced. It’s crucial to follow the prescribed dosage and the doctor’s instructions to minimize these risks.
Outpatient Addiction Treatment FAQ
Q Why Would a Doctor Prescribe Subutex Instead of Suboxone?
Subutex and Suboxone were both authorized by the FDA in 2002 to treat opiate addiction by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Suboxone can be used long-term, while Subutex is mainly used during detox.
Q Why is Subutex Preferred in Pregnancy?
Infants born to mothers undergoing Buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder exhibited higher birth weights and fewer signs of opioid withdrawal, as compared to those whose mothers were on methadone.
Q Can Subutex Be Prescribed via Telemedicine?
Yes! As Subutex is a Schedule III medication, it is permitted by the DEA.
Q What’s the Highest Mg of Subutex?
The initial dose may range from 0.8mg to 4mg. It is administered as a single daily dose and should not exceed a maximum daily dose of 32mg.
Q Do You Swallow Subutex Pills?
No! Subutex should not be chewed or swallowed. Consult your healthcare provider to tell you the correct way to take Subutex.
Q Is Subutex Addictive, and Can It Be Misused?
Subutex has a potential for abuse, especially if not taken as prescribed. When taken properly under medical supervision, the risk of addiction and misuse is significantly reduced. It’s crucial to follow the prescribed dosage and the doctor’s instructions to minimize these risks.
Location & Contact FAQ
Q Why Would a Doctor Prescribe Subutex Instead of Suboxone?
Subutex and Suboxone were both authorized by the FDA in 2002 to treat opiate addiction by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Suboxone can be used long-term, while Subutex is mainly used during detox.
Q Why is Subutex Preferred in Pregnancy?
Infants born to mothers undergoing Buprenorphine treatment for opioid use disorder exhibited higher birth weights and fewer signs of opioid withdrawal, as compared to those whose mothers were on methadone.
Q Can Subutex Be Prescribed via Telemedicine?
Yes! As Subutex is a Schedule III medication, it is permitted by the DEA.
Q What’s the Highest Mg of Subutex?
The initial dose may range from 0.8mg to 4mg. It is administered as a single daily dose and should not exceed a maximum daily dose of 32mg.
Q Do You Swallow Subutex Pills?
No! Subutex should not be chewed or swallowed. Consult your healthcare provider to tell you the correct way to take Subutex.
Q Is Subutex Addictive, and Can It Be Misused?
Subutex has a potential for abuse, especially if not taken as prescribed. When taken properly under medical supervision, the risk of addiction and misuse is significantly reduced. It’s crucial to follow the prescribed dosage and the doctor’s instructions to minimize these risks.