Substance Abuse | Addiction Treatment
Many people do not believe they will be become addicted to the drugs they use. But substance abuse can lead to dependence and addiction. Addiction happens when someone becomes so exposed to a substance that the body and mind start depending on it to function. This can cause many health, social, family, financial and safety problems.
Quality care, close to home
At Maine Behavioral Healthcare, we treat the whole person. We care about your physical and mental health, so we are making it easier than ever before to access behavioral health care through your primary care provider. We are locating counseling, therapy and many other behavioral and mental health care services at physician and provider practices.
Contact your primary care provider today to find community care that is close to home.
What is substance abuse and addiction?
Substance abuse is the misuse of legal and illegal drugs and alcohol. Ask your health care provider what you can do if you believe you or a family member could be addicted to drugs. If you believe someone has overdosed on drugs call 911 immediately for help. Overdose can be fatal.
Substance abuse and addiction symptoms include:
- Blackouts or memory loss
- Mood swings
- Frequent fights with family members or other loved ones
- Continual use of the substance to deal with problems, relax or feel better
- Nausea, vomiting
- Headaches
- Lack of energy and motivation
- Spending money excessively
- Behavior changes
- Neglecting appearance
- Continuing to use the substance despite negative effects health, social, family, work, or financial effects.
Treatment is a journey
MaineHealth offers treatment services for adults, children and families. The providers at MaineHealth understand that treatment is a journey. The work with clients wherever they are in their journey to recovery. Treatments and protocols are client-focused and are shown by research to be the most effective. Examples of treatments include:
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Evaluations
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Therapy and counseling (individual, group and family)
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Support groups
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Education
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Detoxification (detox)
Support systems can help patients recover from substance abuse and drug addiction. Talk to your primary care provider about connecting with services in your community.