Substance Use & Addiction

Substance use disorders often begin with occasional or social use, but over time, what starts as experimentation can turn into dependence. Many people find themselves needing more of a substance to achieve the same effect, or relying on it just to feel “normal.”

Signs of a Substance Use Disorder

• Needing to use a substance regularly — daily or even multiple times a day

• Strong cravings or urges to use

• Increasing the amount used to feel the same effect

• Struggling to meet responsibilities at work, school, or home

• Spending significant time obtaining, using, or recovering from substances

• Engaging in risky or uncharacteristic behaviors to obtain substances

• Withdrawal symptoms when reducing or stopping use

• Repeated attempts to quit without success

If you recognize yourself in any of these signs, you’re not alone — and help is available.

Treatment at Right Mind Psychiatry

Recovery is possible, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) can play an important role. MAT uses safe, evidence-based medications to:

• Reduce cravings

• Ease withdrawal symptoms

• Support long-term recovery

Our goal is to help you regain stability, restore your health, and build a life free from the control of substances.

You don’t have to face this alone. Treatment works best when it’s personalized, compassionate, and paired with ongoing support.