Drug Rehabilitation in Canada - Something can be done about it

We are a public service initiative designed to help addicts and families of addicts bridge the gap between available treatment options. Our counsellors form a fellowship of compassionate and dedicated workers who have all been touched by addiction themselves. We are here to provide help, provide hope, and explain all of your options to make this process of finding everlasting sobriety as smooth as possible.

Should my addiction be treated by medication?

This is a common question in our society since we have been trained to believe that most all problems can be treated chemically. However, since many people that are addicted have taken drugs or medications to handle life’s problems, taking another drug is NOT the answer. For certain types of withdrawals, it is necessary to have medical assistance and medications may be necessary for a short time, but it should be remembered that there are no medications that solve the addiction, they only substitute one drug for another. Methadone is the most common substitute drug and many professionals subscribe to the idea that Methadone maintenance is the only “cure” or solution for opiate addiction. This is not true. It will take away the cravings for other opiates, like Vicodin or heroin, but it will not relieve you from your addiction.

Last Updated on Monday, 14 December 2009 19:47