Mark Leeds, D.O.
Mark Leeds, D.O.
MAT Facilitation: Making Opioid Addiction Treatment More Effective
MAT Facilitation: Making Opioid Addiction Treatment More Effective
MAT Facilitation: Making Opioid Addiction Treatment More Effective
Sunday 16th August 2020
Dr. Mark Leeds explores how MAT Facilitation can boost engagement and adherence in opioid addiction treatment, leading to long-term recovery success.
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Get the buttons here!Transforming Opioid Recovery: The Power of MAT Facilitation
The success rate of MAT with suboxone will likely skyrocket into at least the 90% range, if not higher.
Picture this: you're on the path to recovery from opioid addiction, but staying on track with your treatment feels like an uphill battle. Dr. Mark Leeds, an addiction treatment specialist, dives into a revolutionary approach called MAT Facilitation in this enlightening episode. This method aims to enhance the effectiveness of medication-assisted treatment (MAT), which includes medications like methadone, buprenorphine/Suboxone, and naltrexone. These medications are crucial for helping people stay substance-free long-term.
However, one of the biggest hurdles is keeping patients engaged and committed to their treatment plans. Many face personal biases or negative perceptions about being dependent on medication, influenced by friends, family, or media. MAT Facilitation steps in to bridge this gap by providing education, support, and encouragement, ensuring patients stick with their treatment.
Drawing on principles from step facilitation therapy, commonly used in rehab programs, MAT Facilitation helps patients connect with step programs and stay committed to their recovery journey. Dr. Leeds envisions a future where MAT Facilitation is a standard part of opioid addiction treatment, available at all levels of care. He believes that by formalizing and studying this approach, we can significantly increase engagement and adherence to MAT, leading to higher success rates and better outcomes for patients.
If you or someone you know is battling opioid addiction, this episode offers valuable insights into how MAT Facilitation can be a game-changer in achieving long-term recovery.