Treating Drug Addiction
Treatment programs as well as some drugs can be prescribed to help transition an addict from drug addiction to health
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5 Questions You Should Ask Your Drug Addiction Treatment Provider
How to Explain Your Diagnosis to Your Friends and FamilyIt can be very hard to tell your friends and family that you are addicted to drugs; this site will help you tackle this delicate subject so those closest to you will understand what you are going through and how best to support you:eHow.com: How to Explain a Drug Addiction to Loved Ones Types of TreatmentsThis article provides a good summary of the different types of treatments available for drug addiction, which usually includes a combination of inpatient or outpatient treatment (for detoxing/withdrawal from drugs); medications like naltrexone or methadone; 12-step program approaches; and/or individual or group therapy:
Insurance – Not all health insurance providers cover treatment for drug addiction. This page from Betty Ford Center President and CEO, John Schwarzlose explains what you can do to fight for fairness:Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation
Work – Do you know what you're entitled to when it comes to your job (and more)? Find out here:U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Are You in Recovery from Alcohol or Drug Problems? Know Your Rights
Health-care Providers Who Can Help
Physicians certified by the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) are specially trained in dealing with drug dependency:ASAM Certification
Resources for Finding Treatment
- Does the drug treatment program have an on-site detox center?
- Is the program accredited and licensed?
- Does the program offer individualized treatment plans?
- Does the program offer an extensive after-care program?
- Will my health insurance cover my treatment?
How to Explain Your Diagnosis to Your Friends and FamilyIt can be very hard to tell your friends and family that you are addicted to drugs; this site will help you tackle this delicate subject so those closest to you will understand what you are going through and how best to support you:eHow.com: How to Explain a Drug Addiction to Loved Ones Types of TreatmentsThis article provides a good summary of the different types of treatments available for drug addiction, which usually includes a combination of inpatient or outpatient treatment (for detoxing/withdrawal from drugs); medications like naltrexone or methadone; 12-step program approaches; and/or individual or group therapy:
- Partnership for a Drug-Free America: Get Treatment
- Partnership for a Drug-Free America: 13 Questions to Ask When Choosing an Addiction Treatment Program
- Set up your TSC survivor profile.
- Join support groups of other survivors or start your own.
- Interact with other groups and survivors and provide updates on your recovery.
Insurance – Not all health insurance providers cover treatment for drug addiction. This page from Betty Ford Center President and CEO, John Schwarzlose explains what you can do to fight for fairness:Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation
Work – Do you know what you're entitled to when it comes to your job (and more)? Find out here:U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Are You in Recovery from Alcohol or Drug Problems? Know Your Rights
Health-care Providers Who Can Help
Physicians certified by the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) are specially trained in dealing with drug dependency:ASAM Certification
Resources for Finding Treatment
- Drug-rehabs.com
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator
- Addictionsearch.com
- Share with your doctor any other symptoms you have, or conditions you've been diagnosed with; many people addicted to drugs also suffer from other health conditions.
- Ask questions if there's anything about your treatment plan you don't understand.
- Let your doctor know immediately if the urge to do drugs again is becoming overwhelming.
