Finding an open bed in a detox can be a daunting task. These links will help.
All in Treatment
Recovery & Treatment Resources
Local and national resources pertaining to treatment & recovery.
A Guide to Recovery
A comprehensive walk-through of what to expect in recovery.
Addiction Medicine Physicians
The American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM) provides assurance to the American public that Addiction Medicine physicians have the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and treat addiction.
Drug Abuse Research Reports
Research reports created by the National Institute on Drug Abuse and National Institute of Health.
Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment
An exhaustive look into addiction treatment by Nora D. Volkow, M.D., Director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse. The FAQ covers a lot just on it's own.
Detox Medication
The medication used to alleviate some of the discomfort and danger of detoxing.
How Long Does Detox Take?
Times of detox vary depending multiple factors.
Narcan (Nalaxone)
Narcan (Nalaxone)-how it works and how to use it.
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Information on medical assisted treatement and the medication.
Alcohol and Alcoholism by NIAAA
NIAAA supports research conducted within the Institute, as well as in institutions around the world.
Women, Pregnancy & Children
Resources for women and children and women who are pregnant.
Insurance
Does Insurance Cover Rehab?
Addiction Is a Disease of the Brain, Not a Moral Failing
Put Away the Guilt: Scientific Advances Offer Even More Explanation Why Addiction Is a Disease of the Brain, Not a Moral Failing
Elderly
Between 12 and 15 percent of elderly patients seeking medical attention abuse prescription drugs, the Community Prevention Initiative (CPI) reports.
Dual Diagnosis Treatment Resources in MA
Treatment specific to dual diagnoses.
MASS- Civil Commitment Section 35
If you have to, here's how to use Massachusetts General Law chapter 123 Section 35.