Getting help for addiction

Medication-assisted treatment

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) is an evidence-based approach for opioid use disorder that combines the use of medications with behavioral therapy.
Although MAT is gaining more awareness, it continues to be underused. The slow adoption of this treatment is partly due to misconceptions about substituting one drug for another.

• Challenging the Myths About Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
  
  Test your knowledge on the myths around Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) using this evidence-based resource.


• MAT Option Guide
  
  Determine the most beneficial treatment options for your patients, including MAT medications and key clinical information.

Podcast | July 2021

A physician discussion on opioid use and MAT

Hear about the importance of understanding the disorder, overcoming stigma and barriers, and which patients may be good candidates for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT).

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHA) Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator

• Use the anonymous and confidential SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator to find treatment facilities in the United States or U.S. Territories for substance use, addiction, and mental health problems, as well as other resources that may be helpful to patients.