Medication-Assisted Addiction Treatment Program

What Is Medication Assisted Treatment? The Success Of MAT

MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment) stands as a groundbreaking solution for alcohol and opioid addiction. MAT utilizes FDA-approved medications along with comprehensive care and therapy to reduce withdrawal symptoms for a comfortable and pain-free addiction recovery journey.

However, despite its success, MAT is surrounded by negative stigma and misconceptions. This misinformation prevents clients from necessary help seeking help, resulting in a tragic rise in overdose-related deaths. Let’s take a look at the latest research to debunk the truth. 

1. MAT can reduce the risk of overdose-related deaths by 50%.
2. A study published by NIDA (National Institute On Drug Abuse) concluded that Buprenorphine (Suboxone) treatment is 75% more effective than quitting without MAT treatment. 
3. Another longitudinal study reported better outcomes with MAT for people suffering from comorbid and alcohol use disorder after 12 months of follow-up.
4. 80% of people with OUD who received treatment without MAT experienced a relapse within 2 years

What Are The Objectives Of A MAT Program?

The objectives of the MAT program are to:

• A whole-patient approach to address both substance abuse and mental health problems.
• Use of specific targeted medications to ease withdrawal symptoms.
• It helps people avoid relapse after they have undergone treatment.

MAT alone is not enough to combat substance abuse. It is most effective when combined with counseling and therapy to treat the underlying causes, roots, and consequences of addiction.

Signs You Qualify For MAT Program Under DSM-V Criteria 

According to DSM-V criteria, if you exhibit these signs, you may probably have substance use disorder and qualify for a MAT program:

1. Developed tolerance to the initial dose 
2. Experiencing withdrawal when trying to quit
3. Neglecting social and family relationships because of substance use
4. Repeated attempts to quit substance use but relapsing.
5. Experiencing physical and psychological problems due to substance use.

MAT For Opioid Use Disorder

FDA has approved the following medications for opioid use disorder:

MAT For Alcohol Use Disorder 

The following medications are usually prescribed for alcohol addiction treatment:

What Are the Benefits of Choosing ChoicePoint’s Medication-Assisted Addiction Treatment Program?

Our team at ChoicePoint comprises experienced doctors, licensed counselors, and professional therapists who can start your treatment immediately. Through our medication-assisted treatment, you will receive FDA-approved medications to assist with detoxification and recovery from substance use disorders.
We believe in both a healthy mind and body. Medication-assisted treatment will not only help you to get rid of an addiction but will also ease withdrawal symptoms associated with alcohol and opioid addiction. 

Now that you know MAT is FDA-approved and safe, let’s take a look at the unmatched benefits it offers for substance use disorder treatment.

Safe Alcohol and Opioid Withdrawal Management

Addiction is a disease that causes changes in the brain. When a person uses drugs, they bind to opioid and alcohol receptors and change the levels of neurotransmitters GABA and dopamine in the body. These neurotransmitters control how we feel. When a person stops using drugs, these pathways are affected, which leads to a series of uncomfortable symptoms known as withdrawal symptoms.

Common alcohol and opioid withdrawal symptoms include:

1. Headache
2. Nausea
3. Risk of overdose
4. Recurrent cravings
5. Vomiting
6. Respiratory depression
7. Seizures
8. Delirium Tremens 
9. Increased heart rate 
10. Mental health issues such as anxiety and depression

MAT medications bind to opioid and alcohol receptors in the body and stabilize them. This helps to restore the normal function of the body. Hence, medicines provide clinical stability and relief from withdrawal symptoms to support patients during recovery.

Better Patient Retention Rates    

MAT medications encourage patients to complete their treatment. Opioid and alcohol withdrawal usually start after 24 hours and peak for 3-5 days. During this time, most people feel demotivated and give in to cravings, thereby restoring to illicit substances. Here is how FDA-approved medications reduce the chances of a relapse:

1. Reduce drug and alcohol cravings cravings 
2. Reduces the chances of overdose
3. Manages psychological symptoms such as anxiety
4. It allows you to focus on healing instead of suffering from intense withdrawal
5. Allows your body to restore normal functioning

Better Neonatal Outcomes In Expecting Mothers

Medication-assisted treatment is not only safe for expecting mothers but also poses no harm to your unborn baby. Opioid or alcohol addiction during pregnancy has been linked to:

1. Low birth weight
2. Abnormal facial features
3. Small head size 
4. Poor memory
5. Problems with the heart, kidney, or bones
6. Speech and language delays
7. Preterm delivery
8. Risk of miscarriage in extreme cases

MAT medication, such as Buprenorphine, is safe to use during pregnancy. It can help you withdraw from drugs safely to protect both your and your baby’s health.

Furthermore, you can carry out a MAT program alongside our other specialized programs for expecting mothers, LGBT, and student addiction treatment programs. To make treatment even more accessible, we offer telehealth addiction treatment programs. You can schedule a virtual appointment or visit our purpose-built addiction treatment center in Fairlawn, NJ.

What ChoicePoint Offers

ChoicePoint believes in providing sustainable healthcare services for lifelong sobriety. In addition to supervised medication, our comprehensive addiction treatment plan offers medical support, addiction counseling, and addiction therapy services to prevent any relapse.
Our MAT programs can help you to reclaim your life from addiction. If you can not commit to an in-patient treatment program, avail our telehealth addiction treatment program to rebuild your life towards a better future.

By availing our medication-assisted addiction treatment programs, you will find: