Is there a cure for addiction?

Addiction (also known as substance use disorder) is a chronic condition that can be managed and treated with a variety of treatments, from psychiatry to medication. While there's no "cure" for addiction, the right treatment plan can help you overcome dependency on alcohol or opiates and improve your quality of life in recovery. Contact Wave Treatment Centers for additional information .

What are the signs of addiction?

While addiction can present differently from person to person, there are some common symptoms that suggest that drug or alcohol use has become an addiction: Significant unexplained changes in mood, personality, appearance, energy level, or weight Difficulty focusing, concentrating, or following conversations Frequent unexplained absences from work or school Changes in sleeping habits Pulling away from family and friends Being unable to experience joy or cope with problems without using drugs Acting with uncharacteristic violence or anger Using drugs even when it is clearly dangerous to do so, such as when driving Continuing to use drugs even after experiencing negative repercussions (such as job loss, physical harm, or legal problems) due to previous drug use Experiencing physical pain or emotional distress when unable to access or use drugs Trying to stop using drugs, but being unable to do so Contact Wave Treatment Centers for additional information.

What should I expect from outpatient detox?

Outpatient detox begins with a medical evaluation. Wave Treatment Centers understands that this is a difficult time for you. We make every effort to ensure you are comfortable during this process. The evaluation involves taking a very detailed history and asking a lot of questions about your substance use, as well as your past and present medical and psychiatric problems. We know this can be difficult to share and want you to know that with our non-judgmental approach, you will be treated with respect, compassion, and empathy. The next step involves a physical examination to identify any immediate needs and assess what level of detox you might need. From there, an individualized treatment plan will be developed and reviewed extensively with you to ensure that all of your questions are answered. This treatment plan typically involves the prescription of medications specific to the withdrawal state of the substance or substances that you are ready to stop taking. The doses and frequencies are specifically tailored to meet your unique physiology. At Wave Treatment Centers, we do not automatically discontinue all “controlled substances” that you may be prescribed if they are outside of the problem of addiction. For example, some patients may be prescribed stimulants or anti-anxiety medications that they take as prescribed and never abuse. Unlike most inpatient programs that take away all medications even if they are helping, we look at the whole picture to assess what is in your best interest to achieve success. This also means that we support and provide Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) when appropriate. We offer long-acting injectable forms of naltrexone and buprenorphine to support your recovery. Last but not least, we see how they dramatically reduce relapse rates. Contact Wave Treatment Centers for additional information.

Does insurance cover treatment for addiction?

While every insurance plan is different, many insurance companies offer coverage for addiction treatment. If you are considering outpatient treatment for your alcohol or opioid depency, our caring staff will help you determine what your options are for insurance or other payment plans. Contact Wave Treatment Centers for additional information.

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Addiction Recovery Services in Chestnut Hill

Outpatient Treatment for Alcohol and Opioid Addiction

While there's no "cure" for addiction (also known as substance use disorder), you can learn to manage your cravings and cope with the stressors in your life without turning to alcohol or opioids. Ultimately, with professional help, you can overcome maladaptive behaviors and self-defeating thoughts to improve your quality of life in recovery and sobriety.

Addiction and addictive behavior can have many root causes, from trauma responses to genetic predispositions to co-occurring mental health disorders. Whatever the causes of your addiction, Wave Treatment Centers of Chestnut Hill, PA will work with you to develop a plan tailored to your needs, with the end goal of helping you understand your addiction as a long-term condition whose symptoms can be managed.

Signs and symptoms of addiction and substance use disorder:

Significant unexplained changes in mood, personality, appearance, energy level, or weight
Difficulty focusing, concentrating, or following conversations
Frequent unexplained absences from work or school
Changes in sleeping habits
Pulling away from family and friends
Being unable to experience joy or cope with problems without using drugs
Acting with uncharacteristic violence or anger
Using drugs even when it is clearly dangerous to do so, such as when driving
Continuing to use drugs even after experiencing negative repercussions (such as job loss, physical harm, or legal problems) due to previous drug use
Experiencing physical pain or emotional distress when unable to access or use drugs
Trying to stop using drugs, but being unable to do so

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cure for addiction?

Addiction (also known as substance use disorder) is a chronic condition that can be managed and treated with a variety of treatments, from psychiatry to medication.

While there's no "cure" for addiction, the right treatment plan can help you overcome dependency on alcohol or opiates and improve your quality of life in recovery.

Contact Wave Treatment Centers for additional information.
What are the signs of addiction?
While addiction can present differently from person to person, there are some common symptoms that suggest that drug or alcohol use has become an addiction:
- Significant unexplained changes in mood, personality, appearance, energy level, or weight
- Difficulty focusing, concentrating, or following conversations
- Frequent unexplained absences from work or school
- Changes in sleeping habits
- Pulling away from family and friends
- Being unable to experience joy or cope with problems without using drugs
- Acting with uncharacteristic violence or anger
- Using drugs even when it is clearly dangerous to do so, such as when driving
- Continuing to use drugs even after experiencing negative repercussions (such as job loss, physical harm, or legal problems) due to previous drug use
- Experiencing physical pain or emotional distress when unable to access or use drugs
- Trying to stop using drugs, but being unable to do so
Contact Wave Treatment Centers for additional information.
What should I expect from outpatient detox?

Outpatient detox begins with a medical evaluation. Wave Treatment Centers understands that this is a difficult time for you. We make every effort to ensure you are comfortable during this process. The evaluation involves taking a very detailed history and asking a lot of questions about your substance use, as well as your past and present medical and psychiatric problems. We know this can be difficult to share and want you to know that with our non-judgmental approach, you will be treated with respect, compassion, and empathy.

The next step involves a physical examination to identify any immediate needs and assess what level of detox you might need. From there, an individualized treatment plan will be developed and reviewed extensively with you to ensure that all of your questions are answered.

This treatment plan typically involves the prescription of medications specific to the withdrawal state of the substance or substances that you are ready to stop taking. The doses and frequencies are specifically tailored to meet your unique physiology.

At Wave Treatment Centers, we do not automatically discontinue all “controlled substances” that you may be prescribed if they are outside of the problem of addiction. For example, some patients may be prescribed stimulants or anti-anxiety medications that they take as prescribed and never abuse. Unlike most inpatient programs that take away all medications even if they are helping, we look at the whole picture to assess what is in your best interest to achieve success.

This also means that we support and provide Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) when appropriate. We offer long-acting injectable forms of naltrexone and buprenorphine to support your recovery. Last but not least, we see how they dramatically reduce relapse rates.

Contact Wave Treatment Centers for additional information.
Does insurance cover treatment for addiction?

While every insurance plan is different, many insurance companies offer coverage for addiction treatment.

If you are considering outpatient treatment for your alcohol or opioid depency, our caring staff will help you determine what your options are for insurance or other payment plans.

Contact Wave Treatment Centers for additional information.

I contribute my 4 years of recovery largely to Dr. Beatty. I didn’t think recovery was even possible for someone like me. With the guidance and support of Dr. Beatty, I have been able to pull my life together completely. My plan for treatment was unlike any I had before, and that was exactly what I needed in order to succeed. Thank you very for everything Dr. Beatty, I could not have done this without you.

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