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If you're ready to get help for Suboxone addiction, what can you expect?
The course of treatment of Suboxone addiction generally follows three stages.
1. Physical withdrawal or detox 2. A period of physical stabilization followed
by 3. Psychological treatment
During the withdrawal phase, doctors supervise the removal of Suboxone from your system.
Although Suboxone withdrawal can be uncomfortable doctors can also treat symptoms of detox as
they occur.
Physical stabilization occurs the weeks and the months after withdrawal. During this time
you might experience trouble sleeping or mood disorders. As your body returns to normal,
doctors can address these protracted withdrawal symptoms when necessary.
The final stage of Suboxone addiction treatment is getting psychological help. Therapy commonly
includes individual therapy, group therapy and family counseling. The goal of therapy
is to adapt positive behaviors, and replace negative self-destructive ones.
So, how can you help a Suboxone addict? We review how families and friends can help Suboxone
addicts in another Addiction Blog Minute. Thanks for watching.
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