Detox Detox Aftercare and Recovery 2

Question 1

What is acamprosate (Campral) used for in post-detox alcohol recovery?

Accepted Answer

Reducing post-acute withdrawal discomfort and protracted abstinence symptoms to prevent relapse

Answer

Acamprosate modulates GABA and glutamate systems to reduce post-acute withdrawal symptoms (anxiety, insomnia) that drive relapse in early recovery.

Question 2

Which evidence-based therapy is most commonly recommended for co-occurring PTSD and substance use disorder in US aftercare?

Accepted Answer

Seeking Safety

Answer

Seeking Safety is an integrated, evidence-based treatment model designed specifically to address co-occurring trauma/PTSD and substance use disorder simultaneously.

Question 3

What is the significance of 'recovery capital' in predicting aftercare success?

Accepted Answer

The internal and external resources (family support, housing, employment, spirituality) that support sustained recovery

Answer

Recovery capital encompasses all personal and social assets available to support recovery, and higher recovery capital strongly predicts better long-term outcomes.

Question 4

What US government program provides grants to expand access to addiction treatment and recovery support services?

Accepted Answer

SAMHSA's Substance Use Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery Services (SUPTRS) block grant

Answer

SAMHSA administers federal block grants that states use to fund substance use disorder treatment and recovery support services for underserved populations.

Question 5

What is the recommended minimum duration of addiction treatment (beyond detox) according to NIDA principles?

Accepted Answer

At least 90 days of treatment engagement

Answer

NIDA's research-based principles state that treatment durations less than 90 days are of limited effectiveness for most substance use disorders.

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