Question 1

what dr from prime treat substance abuse?

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Substance abuse : There are doctors who specialize in addiction medicine. There are clinics which provide that care. They are two types, hospital-based and private. They are found in all major cities.

Question 2

what does a substance abuse evaluation consist of?

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See below: Current drug use, any withrawal, coexistant medical and psych issues, assess patients motivation for change.

Question 3

my wife thinks i should see someone for my substance abuse. should i?

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Hmmm: Why does she think you need substance abuse treatment? Do you have problems with alcohol or drug abuse? Have you been asked by a doctor or family member to curtail your drug/alcohol use? Have you had dui's? Is there a problem with keeping a job or managing finances? Are there problems with the marriage or  physical abuse?

Question 4

which neurotransmitters are linked with substance abuse disorder?

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Many: Substance abuse dysregulates all neurotransmitters, in some way -- and different drugs may hit on different ones more than others.  But possibly Dopamine is the one most central.  Dopamine is known to have significant function in the brain's reward center.  "dopamine rush" in this reward center contributes strongly to addiction potential in a drug.

Question 5

describe how addiction differs from substance abuse ? isnt it the same

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Dependence: Abuse: periodic heavy use that negatively impacts life (I.e., weekend binge drinker who gets one or more DUIs)., but no physical/psychological dependence. Addiction: person experiences negative life outcomes from use as well as needs the substance to function, and has physical/psychological dependence - goes through withdrawal without substance and is preoccupied with use.

Question 6

can substance abuse treatment programs really work?

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Yes: In my experirnce the right program which encompass not only the addiction problem but also the aftercare have tremendous results.  One such program is the clarity program out of farmingtom, mi.
Great, dedicated people with a caring, confidential, and patented approach to get your life back!

Question 7

how do i find a good substance abuse treatment program?

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Check with insurance: At our office we ask patient/family to check with insurance to 'see which treatment programs are covered'. That usually narrows the list down quite a bit. Then we ask 'what are success rates' and go from there.

Question 8

what are the proven advantages of substance abuse treatment?

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Drug free: The bottom line answer to your question is "get drug free and stay drug free".
Become substance abuse free helps you avoid all the mental and physical problems which can occur with substance abuse and addiction.

Question 9

how will i get to find substance abuse treatment centers texas?

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Internet: There are many substance abuse centers throughout the us. When it comes to treatment try to find one that suits your needs inpatient vs. Outpatient or immediate and long term treatment.  The internet is a great palce to start refer to samhsa.  Great source to start.

Question 10

i'm wondering why are medications needed for substance abuse treatment?

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Addiction treatment: There are three big reasons to use medications for substance abuse. First, to block receptors and prevent further effects of the abused drug. Secondly, to treat the withdrawl effects of the substance being abused and thirdly to treat the craving of the drug which will lead up to long term abstinence from drug abuse.

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