Accepting New Patients
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Chemical Dependency
Heroin Abuse
Confidential Services
Detoxification Program
Drug Abuse Treatment
Monthly Educational/Peer Support Groups
Prescription Drug Dependency & Abuse
Suboxone Therapy
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Outpatient Treatment
Hollywood-style rehabs are all the rage these days. But for the rest of us, even one day of treatment may place a hardship on our families. Treatment must be considered an investment in your future and will be the best gift you can give your family and yourself. In-office treatment with Suboxone is a realistic, affordable choice when considering your options. It is a medication that is administered to you in the office on your first appointment and then taken at home under Dr. O'Connell's supervision.
The Disease of Addiction
Addiction is a chronic disease that requires lifelong daily care and attention. Addicts are “tricked” by their brains into thinking that they need to use for survival. When the decision to stop the “using” behavior is made, attempts to stop often fail repeatedly and feelings of frustration become anger and ultimately turn into depression from an overwhelming sense of failure. According to Dr. Mark L. Willenbring, M.D. at the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, many times the addict is the last person to know that they are addicted. More often than not, however, they are not in denial of their addiction, it is more of a denial of the need of help from someone else. Treatment is about rewiring an addict's brain and that includes attending twelve-step programs, professional counseling, and behavioral therapy in addition to medications. Not all treatments are right for everyone and treatment should be highly individualized. Dr. O'Connell can assist you with referrals and help you decide which supporting treatments may be right for you.
Addiction as a Family Disease
When someone you care about has a problem, getting them to seek treatment may not be easy. Behaviors surrounding drug use can make a person actually seem indifferent and preoccupied, depressed and often suicidal. They may miss work, have more “sick” days, mishandle money, and lose interest in hobbies and even sex. Their mood can change instantly and they may not be aware of how this affects others. These are some of the negative consequences that define addiction. How do you “make” someone get help? The answer is you probably can't. But you can educate yourself and your family. Consider therapy and visit www.TurnToHelp.com for a free “Caregiver Resource Kit” by mail, personalized support via confidential emails and educational materials such as “How You Can Help” and “Understanding Dependence”.
Other websites you may find helpful:
www.Suboxone.com The official Suboxone website
www.TurnToHelpNow.com Online Drug Dependence Quiz and resource list
www.SAMSHA.gov Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
www.AATOD.org American Association for the Treatment of Opioid Dependence
www.NAABT.org The National Alliance of Advocates For Buprenorphine Treatment
www.CADCA.org Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America
Address: 703 Thimble Shoals Boulevard
Suite C5 • Newport News, VA 23606
Phone: (757) 508-2386
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