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Treatment and Recovery

Being here is the first step. You don’t have to recover from your addiction alone. Whatever your situation is, there’s always a way to get support without judgment.

Helping someone struggling with addiction?

Here’s how to start the conversation.

  • Choose the right time to talk.

    Be sure they are sober or have not been using.
  • Voice your concern.

    Tell them you are worried about them, without making accusations.
  • Avoid the of addiction.

    Words matter. For example, instead of calling someone an addict, say that they are struggling with addiction. This shows willingness to help.
  • Be specific.

    Explain what you’ve seen that concerns you (for example, finding missing pills, a change in appearance, or work/school performance getting worse).
  • Be prepared for strong reactions.

    They may accuse you of snooping or say you’re crazy. Stay calm.
  • Reinforce what you think about drug use and its dangers.

    Tell them how much you care for them.
  • Get help from the experts.

    If you want to talk to someone about how to get treatment for their addiction, there is help.

Recovery Support Groups and Resources

There are people, places, and programs that understand what those with a substance use disorder are going through. Find them here.

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Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD)

A prescription can be a foundation for recovery that gives the body a chance to heal.

  • Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) is a name for different medications that are used to treat opioid use disorder.

    These medications block the effects of opioids and reduce cravings. This way, the person with an opioid use disorder can focus on therapy, counseling, and other recovery methods, and worry less about relapsing. Buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone are all used as MOUD, and are perfectly safe to use for months and even years as part of a well-rounded recovery.
  • Addressing the stigma of MOUD.

    Using medications for opioid use disorder is not simply replacing one drug with another. These drugs are far safer than addictive opioids, and in many cases, literally keep a person alive by preventing them from using again. Judging someone based on their method of recovery is harmful and keeps people from getting the help they need.

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Support Services

There are important services that can support those in recovery. From getting a ride to counseling to finding a job to getting into sober housing, help is here: