Suboxone Rehab: Myths vs. Facts

At one time, addiction was a stigmatized condition thought to be related solely to self-control. Today it is understood to be a brain disease with strong genetic and biological components. Many myths and misunderstandings about Suboxone rehab still exist, however.

Myths and Truths about Suboxone Addiction Treatment

Myth: Suboxone rehab programs only treat addiction.

Fact: Quality rehab programs assess all of their patients’ needs and tailor plans to meet them. Many good programs offer integrated services which treat co-existing physical and mental health conditions. A large percentage of people suffering from substance abuse issues also suffer from conditions such as anxiety or depression, and treating both the addiction and the mental health disorder can greatly improve treatment outcomes. Most rehab programs also treat many patients who have addictions to two or more drugs or to both drugs and alcohol.

Myth: All rehab programs are residential.

Fact: Residential or inpatient Suboxone rehab programs can be very effective and are the best choice for many patients. They are not the only option, however. A variety of outpatient rehab program options exist ranging from those that meet a few hours a week to those that meet multiple hours every day.

Myth: Suboxone rehab is unaffordable.

Fact: It is true that drug rehab like medical care in general can be expensive. Health insurance often covers many or even all of the costs, however. For those without insurance coverage, Suboxone rehab programs sometimes offer financial assistance, in-house financing or a sliding fee scale based on income. There are also government programs that cover costs for many people.

Myth: Suboxone rehab is only effective for patients who are highly motivated.

Fact: Treatment doesn’t have to be voluntary, and patients don’t have to be highly motivated at first for treatment to be effective. Counselors can help patients build motivation, as treatment progresses. It isn’t unusual for patients to have a degree of resistance and ambivalence when they begin the treatment process.

Myth: People addicted to Suboxone only need professional treatment during the withdrawal and detox process.

Fact: Detox is only the first stage of addiction treatment. Patients need help managing and understanding the changes in their bodies and brains caused by the drug. They also need to develop relapse prevention skills and to develop new habits and ways of coping with stressors that may have previously fueled Suboxone use.

We Can Answer Your Questions about Suboxone Addiction

Whether you are new to the world of Suboxone addiction or have been experiencing it for some time, you we can help. We can answer your questions, help you sort through treatment options and check your insurance coverage. Our toll-free helpline is staffed 24 hours a day, so there’s no need to wait. Call today, and begin your recovery.