Treatment varies depending on the type of drug and the characteristics of the patient. The best programs provide a combination of therapies and other services. |
- Why do drug-addicted persons keep using drugs?
- What is drug addiction treatment?
- How effective is drug addiction treatment?
- Is drug addiction treatment worth its cost?
- How long does drug addiction treatment usually last?
- What helps people stay in treatment?
- How do we get more substance-abusing people into treatment?
- How can family and friends make a difference in the life of someone needing treatment?
- Where can family members go for information on treatment options?
- How can the workplace play a role in substance abuse treatment?
- What role can the criminal justice system play in addressing drug addiction?
- What are the unique needs of women with substance use disorders?
- What are the unique needs of pregnant women with substance use disorders?
- What are the unique needs of adolescents with substance use disorders?
- Are there specific drug addiction treatments for older adults?
- Can a person become addicted to medications prescribed by a doctor?
- Is there a difference between physical dependence and addiction?
- How do other mental disorders coexisting with drug addiction affect drug addiction treatment?
- Is the use of medications like methadone and buprenorphine simply replacing one addiction with another?
- Where do 12-step or self-help programs fit into drug addiction treatment?
- Can exercise play a role in the treatment process?
- How does drug addiction treatment help reduce the spread of HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C (HCV), and other infectious diseases?

