FAQ
Which addictions are treated medically?
Medically treated addictions are classified into two categories:
Substance Use Disorders (SUDs):
- Alcohol
- Tobacco
- Marijuana
- Cocaine, including crack
- Amphetamines (weight loss pills)
- Methamphetamines or Crystal Meth
- Heroin, including fentanyl
- Sedatives or benzodiazepines
Behavioral Addictions:
- Addiction to carbohydrates or sugars (treatment-resistant obesity)
- Pathological gambling (Gambling addiction or compulsive gambling)
- Compulsive buying disorder (Compulsive shopping)
- Internet
- Video games
What if I am already in treatment?
Psychiatrist, psychologist, psychotherapeutic, 12-step program, or any other intervention…
All specialized services increase the chances of success in any treatment.
Can the treatment medications lead me to develop an addiction?
NO. None of the prescribed medications cause addiction.Even if you need to take them for long periods (months for example), once they are no longer needed they can be stopped and suspended.
However, it is always important to have the doctor supervise the process when discontinuing the medication.
Any neurological medication should be tapered off gradually and under a monitored schedule.
How can I know or determine if my or my family member's level of consumption does not require hospitalization?
Each patient is different. However, hospitalization as part of treatment has its indications and becomes necessary when the patient is unable to stop their consumption or poses a risk to their health and/or the well-being of their loved ones.
We invite you to schedule a free pre-addiction medical assessment. Ask us how it works.
