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A
Abstinence
The deliberate choice to stop using or completely avoid all mind- or body-altering substances.
Aftercare
Ongoing support services after completing treatment to reduce relapse risk.
Al-Anon / Alateen
Support groups for families affected by alcoholism.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
A worldwide fellowship supporting sobriety through a 12-step program.
Alcoholism
A chronic disease characterized by inability to control alcohol use.
B
Biofeedback Therapy
A technique that helps control body functions like heart rate using real-time feedback.
Buprenorphine
A medication used to treat opioid addiction by reducing cravings and withdrawal.
C
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
A therapy that helps change negative thinking and behaviors.
Case Management
A coordinated approach helping patients access treatment and resources.
Co-Dependency
A pattern where someone focuses excessively on another person’s addiction.
D
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
A therapy focused on emotional regulation and coping skills.
Dual Diagnosis
The presence of both addiction and mental health disorders.
E
Evidence-Based Treatment
Treatment methods proven effective through scientific research.
F
Family Therapy
Therapy that involves family members to improve recovery outcomes.
G
Group Therapy
Therapy sessions involving multiple people sharing experiences.
H
Hallucinogen
Substances that alter perception and thinking.
I
Inpatient Rehab
A 24-hour residential treatment program.
M
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
Treatment combining medications with therapy.
Methadone
A medication used to treat opioid addiction.
N
Naloxone
A medication that reverses opioid overdoses.
O
Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
A chronic condition involving opioid misuse.
P
Pharmacotherapy
Using medication to treat addiction.
R
Recovery
An ongoing process of improving health and lifestyle.
Relapse
Returning to substance use after a period of abstinence.
S
SAMHSA
Federal agency addressing substance use and mental health.
Sober Living
Drug-free housing supporting recovery.
T
Telehealth
Healthcare services provided remotely.
V
Vivitrol
A monthly injection used to treat addiction.
W
Wrap-Around Services
Support services like housing and transportation for recovery.