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Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is when prescription medicines are combined with counseling and behavioral therapies to treat substance use disorders (SUDs).1,2 MAT is an evidence-based treatment approach that is effective for treating both alcohol and opioid use disorders.2,4 MAT helps people stay in treatment, maintain recovery, and reduce cravings and opioid overdose risk.1 Who Is Medication-Assisted […]

Behavioral Couples Therapy can be an effective treatment option for married or cohabitating couples with substance use disorders (SUDs). Couples therapy is designed to provide treatment for alcohol or drug abuse to both people in a relationship simultaneously in order to create a supportive environment for each person in the process of recovery.1The purpose of […]

Like many other serious health conditions, substance use disorders (SUDs) are typically chronic, and sometimes progressive, meaning that earlier treatment as well as long-term recovery solutions are needed.1 Behavioral therapies are the most common form of SUD treatment.1 Across the state of Nevada, there are 109 substance use treatment centers that offer a range of […]

When someone is dealing with an addiction issue, it can lead to an array of problems, including legal issues. Sometimes substance abuse may result in court-ordered treatment.1 There are about 3,800 court-ordered rehab programs operating in the United States.1These drug courts are located in every state and some federal districts.1 Court-ordered substance abuse treatment can […]

First responders face multiple stressors and challenging situations that can take a tremendous emotional and physical toll. Sometimes, this can lead to substance abuse as a way of coping with stress, burnout, and secondary traumatic stress.1 Substance abuse can become worse if left untreated and can be a serious problem especially when coupled with co-occurring […]