This chapter is the first of two parts describing the advantages, standards, and goals of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorders. MAT is a complex biopsychosocial intervention with the provision of opioid substitution treatment (OST) at its core. These chapters aim to provide...
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A Medically Assisted Treatment program (MAT) uses a combination of both medication and counseling to assist an individual in overcoming their substance abuse. This type of treatment is considered a ‘substitute treatment’ for those abusing opioids, illi
Medical-assisted treatment (MAT) has proved to be clinically effective and to significantly reduce the need for inpatient detoxification services for these individuals. MAT provides a more comprehensive, individually tailored program of medication and behavioral therapy. Crossings TV special interview with ...
Medication-assisted treatment has shown to be effective in reducing the harm of a life of active addiction and allows people to live independent and productive lives. “According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “MAT provides a more comprehensive, individuall...
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is the use of medications in combination with counseling and behavioral therapies, which is effective in the treatment of opioid use disorders (OUD) and can help some people to sustain recovery. More must be done to facilitate treatment options and the developmen...
Beacon calls for primary care and MAT to expand opioid treatment access. (cover story)The article discusses a white paper issued by Beacon Health Options "Confronting the Crisis of Opioid Addication" calling for a focus on outpatient medication-assisted treatment by primary care. Topics discussed ...
FlexDek is a suite of information and tools to help people recovering from opiate addiction through Medication Assisted Treatment. These include: • A resource l…
FlexDek is a suite of information and tools to help people recovering from opiate addiction through Medication Assisted Treatment. These include: • A resource l…
FlexDek is a suite of information and tools to help people recovering from opiate addiction through Medication Assisted Treatment. These include: • A resource library of helpful information • The ability to keep caregivers and loved ones updated • A forum and links to groups and meetings ...