Adult addiction

Most experts believe anyone can become addicted to substances. Some substances, like nicotine and heroin, are so highly addictive that using them excessively or on a daily basis can lead to addiction in anyone. However, most people who try substances do not progress to heavy use or addiction. That said, any substance use during the teen and young adult years is a concern.

The road to recovery is different for every individual. At NAMS, our multidisciplinary team of addiction experts offer a range of services to meet each person's unique needs. This includes assessment, inpatient detox programme, aftercare support groups for our clients and their families. The first step towards recovery is an important one. We are here to assist and support you and your family.

Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center Adult Addiction provides outpatient care and treatment for clients with addictions to drugs, alcohol or gambling. Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center Adult Addiction provides outpatient services for clients with drug and alcohol dependence as well as gambling addiction. Clients who participate in this program must be 18 years of age or older. Our fully integrated, dual-diagnosis treatment includes services for clients with addiction and mental health issues with treatment focusing on the fundamentals of recovery, development of recovery plans and relapse prevention. Individual, group and family therapy along with case management services are also provided.

Do you have an adult family member or friend with a drug or alcohol problem? Here are 7 answers to questions you may be asking. Continuing to use substances in spite of the fact that such behavior is causing problems, is a problem in and of itself.