Medication Assisted Treatment: Is It Safe?

Medication Assisted Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 27, 2023 Updated: June 4, 2024 Let’s clear up some common misunderstandings about medication for addiction treatment.   Medication assisted treatment, commonly referred to as MAT, has been medically proven to help patients through recovery by decreasing withdrawal symptoms and rebalancing brain chemistry. Although it has been heavily studied and proven to be safe, there is still plenty of misinformation about MAT. When thinking about starting your recovery journey, it is important to educate yourself on MAT to choose the right…

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Educate Yourself on Dangerous Street Drugs

Drug Rehab

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 25, 2023 Updated: July 25, 2023 Knowing the most frequently used street drugs is important in prevention and treatment.   With the increasing number of illicit drugs available on the streets, it is important to stay updated on which drugs are the most threatening. Being aware of each substance and the risk that comes with using each substance is vital in preventing an overdose. If you or a loved one is struggling with a substance use disorder, please reach out to…

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How Much Is a Suboxone Prescription?

Drug Addiction Treatment, Medication Assisted Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 24, 2023 Updated: June 10, 2024 Medically assisted treatment is a proven effective approach to substance use disorder recovery. While using prescription medication to stop a substance use disorder may seem counterintuitive, medications like methadone, vivitrol, and suboxone have high success rates and can help people feel better immediately without risking relapse. Suboxone is among the most popular safe treatments for opioid withdrawal and recovery. Suboxone is a brand name of a buprenorphine/naloxone medication. Other brand names include Sublocade, Brixadi, and…

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Top 8 Misconceptions About Addiction & Recovery

Addiction Recovery

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 19, 2023 Updated: September 12, 2023 Knowing facts from fiction is key when it comes to the battle against this disease.   While vast strides have been made in the awareness of and support around mental health, addiction continues to be a misunderstood subject with many misconceptions. These misunderstandings help contribute to the stigma of addiction, which is why it is essential we better understand the topic.   Here are the top 8 misconceptions about addiction and recovery:   1. Addiction…

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What Are the Signs of Prescription Drug Addiction?

Drug Addiction Treatment, Drug Dependence, Drug Rehab

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 7, 2023 Updated: June 6, 2024 People across the country are prescribed medications every day. Some medications are life-saving, while others may increase the quality of life and reduce unwanted symptoms. Doctors prescribe medications like benzos, opioids, Adderall, and SSRIs daily. While these prescription drugs can make someone feel better, ease pain, and help with focus, they can also lead to addiction. Knowing the signs of prescription drug addiction can help you or someone you love determine when it’s time for…

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Does Medicaid Cover Vivitrol Injections?

Addiction Treatment Center, Medication Assisted Treatment

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: June 29, 2023 Updated: June 3, 2024 Medication management and medically assisted detox help people recover from opioid use every day. Drugs like Vivitrol, Suboxone, and methadone work to reduce opioid cravings, decrease chances of relapse, and increase program retention. This means that more people complete recovery and stop using opioids with medication management. Vivitrol is one of the leading medications for managing opioid withdrawal. Does Medicaid cover Vivitrol injections? Because of Vivitrol’s success rates, many states’ Medicaid programs cover treatment.  If…

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How are the Justice System & Addiction Treatment Providers Tackling Overdose Deaths?

Drug Addiction Treatment, Recovery

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: June 23, 2023 Updated: June 3, 2024 To highlight the potential and promising relationships that can be made between the judicial system and outpatient addiction treatment centers, BrightView hosted “From Crisis to Collaboration: How the Justice System and Addiction Treatment Providers Are Tackling Overdose Deaths”. The virtual forum brought together Emily Harsh, BrightView’s Director of Justice System Outreach, Jena Cropper, our Vice President of Laboratory Services, and John Inman, Associate General Counsel for BrightView, and former law enforcement officer.   Incarceration &…

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Rehab Centers in Madisonville, KY that Accept Medicaid

Drug Rehab, Medicaid Rehab Centers

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: June 22, 2023 Updated: June 2, 2023 Contrary to what many people believe, opioid treatment is increasingly accessible and affordable. While the Commonwealth of Kentucky and Madisonville are affected by opioid use disorder, overdose, and opioid-related deaths, the state and local governments continue to fight the epidemic by providing accessible treatment programs, prevention planning, and opioid education. If you or someone in your life is looking for Medicaid drug rehabs in Madisonville, KY, BrightView can help. Our comprehensive Madisonville addiction treatment center…

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Suboxone Clinics in Henderson, KY that Accept Medicaid

Addiction Treatment Center, Drug Rehab

By BrightView BrightView Meet The Editorial Team Published: June 20, 2023 Updated: June 4, 2024 Suboxone has been on the market for 20 years and is an FDA-approved option for medically assisted detox. Like other opioid medications, suboxone works by reducing cravings and helping people manage opioid withdrawal at their own pace. Suboxone is a brand name of a buprenorphine/naloxone medication. Other brand names include Sublocade, Brixadi, and Subutex. Safe for long-term use, Suboxone is more flexible than medications like methadone, and in many states, including Kentucky, it is covered…

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