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From the Tarzana Treatment Centers (TTC) perspective, an individualized treatment approach is essential for improving recovery outcomes. When it comes to SUD services, such a specialized approach helps tailor treatment to the needs of the individual. Hence, an individualized treatment approach leads to higher success rates and better recovery outcomes. For example, as part of our integrated care services, TTC offers Primary Care Services, such as diabetes screening and treatment, to all SUD treatment patients.

On a recent “Ask The Experts” segment on Addiction Policy Forum, Yale University’s Brian Fuehrlein, M.D., Ph.D., comments on the keys to effective SUD treatment services. As an associate professor of psychiatry and director of the VA Psychiatric Emergency Room, Connecticut Healthcare System, Dr. Fuehrlein is on the cutting edge of evidence-based practices. Indeed, his work at Yale focuses on successfully implementing such practices to save lives.

Yale Addiction Expert on the Individualized Treatment Approach

Commenting on what is most significant in SUD treatment services, Dr. Fuehrlein clearly states, “For a substance use disorder, the most important thing would be that treatment needs to be individualized to the person. Treatment is a multimodal approach where not one size fits all for everybody, and treatment is a commitment to this over a longer period of time.”

At TTC, our treatment team supports this assessment as providers of integrated healthcare and SUD recovery services. For example, the treatment of co-occurring disorders and the use of MAT Services are both priorities. By treating underlying mental health (MH) issues, recovery outcomes improve. Also, MAT (Medications for Addiction Treatment) Services are critical to a modern individualized treatment approach. Moreover, these drugs help patients find a path to long-term recovery.

By implementing an individualized treatment approach, recovery professionals tailor treatment plans to meet each patient’s unique needs. With such fine attunements, you enhance the likelihood of successful recovery outcomes. Indeed, the initial assessment is an essential part of this process.

Individualized Treatment and the Initial Assessment

Since no two patients are identical, factors such as genetics, mental health, personal history, and social environment all play a role in SUD treatment services. Therefore, a one-size-fits-all method is often insufficient. Instead, personalized treatment plans consider the whole person, not just their substance use. At TTC, this holistic approach ensures that all aspects of a patient’s life are addressed. Hence, such factors include physical health, emotional well-being, social connections, and environmental factors.

In the past, traditional SUD services often rely on standardized programs that may not be effective for everyone. In contrast, individualized plans allow for more responsive and effective care. For example, as stated above, if a patient is struggling with both addiction and a co-occurring mental health disorder, their treatment plan can address both issues simultaneously. Moreover, such a dual-diagnosis approach is often critical for individuals with complex needs.

Given the complexity of such diagnoses, another key aspect of individualized treatment is the use of evidence-based practices. By utilizing therapies and interventions that have been proven effective through research, TTC offers patients the best possible chance at recovery. By taking a well-rounded, multi-dimensional approach, an individualized treatment approach saves lives.

The Human Touch of an Individualized Treatment Approach

Beyond evidence-based practices, a human touch and connection are necessary as well. Thus, recovery staff at TTC make an effort to connect with patients. In addition, family involvement is also a crucial component of an individualized treatment approach. Substance use disorders affect not just the patient but their loved ones as well. Therefore, family therapy and support help to repair relationships and create a supportive environment for recovery. Indeed, such a collaborative effort often is instrumental in achieving long-term success.

Without question, the importance of an individualized treatment approach in SUD services cannot be overstated. By recognizing and addressing each patient’s unique needs, healthcare providers can offer more effective and compassionate care. Enhancing the likelihood of successful recovery outcomes, an individualized treatment approach is now one of the cornerstones of modern SUD treatment. Through the implementation of such treatment services, TTC helps ensure that every patient can achieve and maintain a healthy, substance-free life.