Methadone Treatment Research Paper

Methadone Treatment Program A Pharmacotherapy of Opioid Dependence

Corinna Nutting What is addiction
Brain Davis
Substance Abuse Treatment

This research paper is about methadone maintenance treatment programs, it affects on pregnant women, who addiction affects, and what if any side effects there is from methadone treatment programs.

What is drug addiction and who does it affect? Someone who is addicted on drugs or alcohol can be emotionally or psychologically addicted. Drug abuse is involves the repeated and excessive use of chemical substances to achieve a certain effect. These substances may be “street” or “Illicit” drugs, illegal due to their high potential for addiction and abuse. They also…show more content…
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