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Monthly Buprenorphine Injections (Sublocade® & Brixadi®): What to Expect For individuals living with opioid use disorder (OUD), Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is the gold standard of care. In recent years, long-acting injectable buprenorphine has become an important option for patients seeking effective, discreet, and evidence-based treatment. Two FDA-approved options—Sublocade® and Brixadi®—offer extended buprenorphine delivery without the…
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  Relapse is one of the most difficult and misunderstood aspects of substance use disorder (SUD). For families, it can feel frightening, frustrating, and deeply discouraging. Many loved ones ask, “Does this mean treatment failed?” or “Did we do something wrong?” Understanding relapse through an evidence-based, medical lens can help families respond in ways that…
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  Seeking treatment for a substance use disorder is a deeply personal decision. For many people—especially professionals, parents, and individuals with demanding schedules—privacy, flexibility, and respect are extremely important. In this practice, we treat people for substance use disorders in a private office setting designed to feel comfortable, discreet, and supportive. This is not a…
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Why Addiction Is a Chronic Medical Condition Addiction is often misunderstood. Many people still believe substance use disorder is a matter of poor choices, weak willpower, or moral failure. In reality, addiction is a chronic medical condition—one that affects the brain, behavior, and physical health, much like other long-term illnesses. Understanding addiction as a medical…
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  Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is an effective, evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorder (OUD). It combines FDA-approved medications with medical care and support to help people reduce opioid use, prevent overdose, and build stable, meaningful lives. Despite strong scientific evidence, MAT is often misunderstood. This article explains what MAT is, how it works, who it…
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Addiction Treatment in Worcester County and the MetroWest Region: Compassionate, Evidence-Based Care Close to Home If you or a loved one is struggling with substance use, finding addiction treatment in the Metro-West Region and Worcester County  can feel overwhelming. Many people worry about stigma, long waitlists, or whether treatment will truly fit their lives. The…
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The brain disease of addiction (brief summary)   Addiction is a brain disease in which there are three areas of the brain that are primarily affected. The brain disease of addiction primarily effects three areas: The reward center of the brain: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8992377/ (nucleus accumbens and ventral tegmental area); The extended amygdala which is responsible for…
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Per state and federal guidelines, the mask mandate for medical practices will be ending on May 11.  We will be ending our mask mandate on May 11 as well. Patients and staff are still welcome to wear masks if they choose, and we are more than happy to comply if a patient asks us to…
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  Benzodiazepines are sedating medications that are often called tranquilizers. Commonly prescribed benzodiapines are lorazepam (Ativan®), diazepam (Valium®), clonazepam (Klonopin®), and alprazolam (Xanax®).  This class of medications has many therapeutic uses, but they can also be associated with addiction and dependence. Many individuals who take them for an extended period of time choose to wean…
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It is dangerous to stop drinking alcohol without medical supervision for individuals that are dependent on daily alcohol use (people who experience withdrawal symptoms, such as shakes, sweats, and nausea when they try to stop drinking alcohol). The most serious consequences include Delirium Tremens (“DTs”), and withdrawal seizures. Serious consequences from alcohol withdrawal can result…
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