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Medication Assisted Treatment in West Palm Beach

Medication Assisted Treatment for substance abuse, or MAT for short, is one of the many levels of care that you or one of your loved ones can take advantage of in order to address an issue with drug or alcohol addiction.  MAT is used for patients who are committed to addressing their drug or alcohol addiction and need a treatment plan that is supported by highly trained drug and alcohol use disorder recovery and medical personnel.  Medication Assisted Treatment for substance abuse involves medication for the treatment of severe withdrawal symptoms and craving, especially from opioids. 

Medication Assisted Treatment has been a break though in the treatment of opioid use disorder and can be used to treat alcohol use disorder as well.  MAT combines the use of FDA approved medications with counseling and behavioral therapies, inpatient and outpatient drug abuse treatment programs, and alcohol and drug detox protocols. Opioid use disorders affect people from all walks of life and at DayBreak we offer comprehensive, fully customized drug abuse treatment programs so that we can help as many people as possible get the opioid treatment they need.  If you are considering opioid treatment programs or treatment for any other substance use disorders, and would like us to provide information on what we have to offer, give us a call today. 

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Daybreak changed my life. The staff – from the nurses, therapists, managers, and most importantly – the on-site techs, were all extremely helpful in our recovery. Everything you need is available from detox all the way through residential treatment. (I did not participate in any further treatment options). If you or someone you love really wants the help, this is a great place to find it. This is definitely something that you take out what you put in, and if you participate in the groups, the therapy, and take advantage of the help that they willingly offer – you can make change here. Thanks to the Daybreak family, I am 101 days into a powerful new life.

Daybreak has been extremely beneficial in my recovery process. The staff, many of whom are in recovery themselves, have shown me repeatedly that they genuinely care about me and all the other clients here. This fact, combined with their knowledge on the recovery process, has benefited me more than any other treatment center in the past. My counselor, Holly, has been especially helpful to me. I would absolutely recommend Daybreak to a friend or anyone struggling with addiction.

I cannot say enough about this place! Daybreak saved my life! From the minute I walked in the door I was treated with respect, dignity, and a compassion I had never experienced in any of the many other treatment facilities I had been to. What made the difference for me was the staff. The people who worked there truly cared about me and my recovery. There honestly was never a moment that I felt alone and the fact that many of the staff are in recovery themselves meant they truly understood what I was going through at my most vulnerable. Knowing these people were so invested in saving me from myself, were always there if I needed to talk, and that they honestly cared about me and my recovery undoubtedly made all the difference for me. Daybreak also maintains a family atmosphere in such beautiful facilities and makes sure that your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs are being met. I’ve never had such an amazing experience in treatment before. If you or a loved one is suffering please let Daybreak give you the opportunity to get your life back. Keri P.

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Table of Contents
  1. MAT Addiction Treatment in West Palm Beach
  2. What Is MAT?
  3. What To Expect During MAT?
  4. Why Choose DayBreak For Medically Assisted Treatment for Addiction

MAT Addiction Treatment in West Palm Beach

Opioid treatment can be a complex, multi-phase plan that addresses different aspects of the person’s substance abuse.  Additionally, substance abuse and mental health disorders often go hand in hand and need to be treated in a specific way in order to make sure all of the patient’s needs regarding their cooccurring disorders are being met. At DayBreak, not only do we have customized drug abuse care plans, we also have specific options for opioid treatment programs for our clients.  No one should have to try and battle opioid addiction or any other substance use disorders on their own and at DayBreak we have the options and levels of care for the treatment of alcohol and drug addiction that are aimed at helping as many people as possible. 

Medication Assisted Treatment has helped millions of people over the past several decades move on from their issues with drugs and alcohol.  The combination of FDA approved medications and behavioral health therapy sessions work together to help the person deal with an opioid dependence or other addiction.  Anytime you are ready to make a change in your life, we can provide information that will help you make an educated decision regarding alcohol and opioid treatment. 

What Is MAT?

MAT, or Medication Assisted Treatment, is the use of FDA-approved medications primarily for the treatment of opioid use disorder although MAT can also be very beneficial in alcohol addiction treatment in West Palm Beach. Prescription opioids have become a major problem in the United States, and many municipalities have had to put serious recovery resources into the fight against this type of substance abuse.  MAT treatment for opioid addiction can assist people who experience intense withdrawal symptoms and strong cravings for opioids when they try to stop using. Going through opioid withdrawal on your own can be very dangerous, and it’s important to consult a drug rehab center before you try and go “cold turkey,” so that you know exactly what to expect.  A better suggestion is to enter an inpatient drug detox program that offers Medication Assisted Treatment so that you have the support you need to successfully begin addiction recovery.

MAT is effective for multiple reasons, including helping avoid an opioid overdose, reducing opioid withdrawal symptoms during detox, and reduce cravings long after treatment is over.  Additionally it has been found to assist in the following ways:

  • Improve patient survival
  • Increase retention in treatment
  • Decrease illicit opiate use and other criminal activity among people with substance use disorders
  • Increase patients’ ability to gain and maintain employment
  • Improve birth outcomes among women who have substance use disorders and are pregnant

What To Expect During MAT?

Treating opioid use disorder via a MAT program is a two part concept that helps the patient in multiple ways.  First, Medication for the treatment of opioid dependence is administered by a doctor or other medical staff member of the program.  There are multiple U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved medications some of which fall under the Methadone umbrella and others are buprenorphine products. A highly trained addiction specialist will review the treatment plan with you before you begin a program that uses either category of medication for the treatment of opioid dependence.

The concept behind a MAT program is that people struggling with opioid use disorders are put on a regiment of medications that replace the need for them to take the substance or substances they have been abusing.  This medication is closely monitored by the medical staff that provides clinical support for the patients.  As the program progresses, the dosage of the medication may drawn down and the person is weaned off of all substances.  Some people benefit from remaining on MAT for weeks, months, or even years.  There is no upper limit to the amount of time someone can receive MAT. 

In addition to the medication, behavioral health specialists work with patients to help them identify reasons why they are abusing drugs and ways to cope with life moving forward. Prescription opioids can be very addictive and it’s important for people to learn how to work through situations in life without returning to substance abuse.  Group therapy sessions are often part of a MAT program.  This helps people see they are not alone in their struggle with alcohol and opioid abuse and offers different perspectives on how to make a change in life.

In addition to the medication, behavioral health specialists work with patients to help them identify reasons why they are abusing drugs and ways to cope with life moving forward. Prescription opioids can be very addictive and it’s important for people to learn how to work through situations in life without returning to substance abuse.  Group therapy sessions are often part of a MAT program.  This helps people see they are not alone in their struggle with alcohol and opioid abuse and offers different perspectives on how to make a change in life. 

Why Choose DayBreak For Medically Assisted Treatment for Addiction

Treating opioid use disorder is one of the care options we offer at DayBreak.  In fact, we have specific protocols for the treatment of prescription opioids within our levels of care.  We have many Medication Assisted Treatment examples regarding plans and schedules we can review with you.  Everyone who becomes addicted to drugs walks a different path and that’s why our programs are fully customized for each of our clients. Call us today for more information about Medically Assisted Treatment for substance abuse.  We’re here to help.