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Misconceptions About Substance Abuse Addiction

IOP refers to the intensive outpatient program that treats substance use disorders & co-occurring mental health disorders. IOP provides group therapy as well as life skill classes for people with such issues. Itu2019s intensive because of the schedule of the treatment. You might meet with the clinicians & support groups for a minimum of ten hours every week. Here are the commonly asked questions with answers that will clear the concept of IOP.

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Misconceptions About Substance Abuse Addiction

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  1. Misconceptions About Substance Abuse Addiction Using illegal drugs or using prescriptions (or over-the-counter drugs/alcohol) in excessive amounts for other purposes –that’s a perfect definition of substance abuse addiction! And it may lead to physical, emotional, and physical problems in both personal and professional life. And this post outlines the misconceptions related to substance abuse addiction. 1. People can quit drugs via willpower - Taking drugs is a huge concern; only improving your mental strength or willpower won’t do the job of quitting. Someone suffering from SUD will require undergoing an Intensive Outpatient Program New York Citybecause that’s the best treatment. SUD or substance abuse disorder is an ailment that disrupts your brain functions by altering the brain’s reward pathway. That results in the person being more susceptible to addiction. 2. Individuals suffering from SUD do not have a good character - Some people, based on their genetics and background, may show a high risk of developing a drug addiction. However, that does not mean they have poor character. Anyone can get addicted. Addiction

  2. lends itself to different circumstances. And a person using alcohol as a self-medication treatment for depression or anxiety is different from an individual addicted to painkillers. Addiction has nothing to do with the individual’s character. 3. Addictive individuals are in total control of their actions - When someone is under the influence of drugs, it carries a deep meaning. As mentioned, drugs rewire the brain. It creates deep association between the neurotransmitter dopamine and drugs. As the brain feels good, it loses control. So, drug-addicted individuals are not always in control of their actions. 4. Relapse is the personal failure - If relapses occur, try not to get disheartened. The most important thing to consider is to get back on the right track. Note that addiction is just a disease, and it might cause trouble being sober. So, additional support is required during the process of the recovery treatment. Even a functioning person having a family and a stable job can get addicted to drugs. So, drug addiction has no discrimination. The only thing that matters here is the right treatment solution like the Intensive Outpatient Program.

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