For emergencies, including suspected overdose, call 911. For confidential free help, from public health agencies, to find substance use treatment and information, call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline 1.800.662.4357.
Addiction is a treatable, chronic medical disease involving complex interactions among brain circuits, genetics, the environment, and an individual’s life experiences.
Every person has different needs when it comes to addiction treatment. By starting at the right level of care you can greatly increase the chances of success.
Addiction specialists are addiction medicine physicians and addiction psychiatrists who hold either subspecialty board certification in addiction medicine.
The following information is provided as a resource for members of the public. For confidential free help, from public health agencies, to find substance use treatment and information, call 1-800-662-4357.