Do I Need a Booster Treatment Session for Opioid Addiction?

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You may have already attended and finished a treatment program for opioid addiction, and that is something to be celebrated. But whether you’ve been in recovery for a month, a year, or even longer, there is a possibility that a booster treatment session could benefit you and your recovery. Call 800-442-6158 Who Answers? now to find rehab centers that can cater to your needs.

What Is a Booster Treatment Session?

Booster sessions are offered by some rehab programs to former patients who need a little help during their recoveries. These are not full treatment programs like your original time at the facility likely was but rather short sessions where individuals can get extra help and motivation as they work on their recoveries (National Institute on Drug Abuse’s Archives). Usually, people who come to a booster session are able to

  • Learn new relapse-fighting techniques appropriate to their current situations
  • Gain renewed motivation for their recoveries and for fighting the potential of relapse
  • Get to know other former patients and possibly form a friendship outside of treatment
  • Talk to their former doctors, nurses, counselors, etc. in order to check in and allow these medical professionals to assess their current situation

Not all rehab programs offer booster sessions, but if you were a former patient of a rehab center, you should be able to find this option somewhere near you if you are interested.

Do Booster Sessions Help Recovering Addicts?

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A booster treatment session can help remind you of your initial recovery goals.

Absolutely. Those who return to booster sessions often receive a number of benefits that stretch beyond those listed above. According to the NIDA Archives, “Booster sessions usually help patients to retain the gains they have made [in treatment] longer” than if the individual is just left on their own.

But it makes sense, as any type of check-in sessions, even infrequent ones, can help patients feel more motivated, be reminded of their original goals, and feel like they have the support that is essential to a safe and beneficial recovery.

How Often Do Booster Sessions Occur?

It depends on the program. For some, patients may go to a booster session once a month for several months. After a while, the sessions may end in order for the patient to rely more on their own skills and abilities.

However, booster sessions can continue for a long time in certain programs, and while they may become more infrequent, patients can often benefit from these long into their recoveries.

How Do I Know These Sessions Will Help Me as an Opioid Addict?

Relapse is an incredibly dangerous outcome, especially for opioid addicts. According to the National Library of Medicine, most opioid overdose deaths occur after an individual has detoxed from these drugs. This is because those who have gone through detox often do not realize that their tolerance levels have shifted, and after taking the same amount they always did, they overdose.

Anything you can do as a recovering opioid addict to avoid relapse should be looked at as a benefit to your recovery. Booster sessions could be extremely beneficial to you, as they will re-motivate you to avoid using drugs and allow you to gain many other benefits of treatment without having to attend a full program again.

These booster sessions can help doctors and other medical professionals at rehab centers recognize danger signs in former patients, sometimes even before the individuals themselves do, and act early in order to allow the patient to get the help they need.

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What If I Need More?

Unfortunately, booster sessions are not always enough for one’s recovery at certain times. According to the NIDA, “Most patients need long-term or repeated care to stop using completely and recover their lives.” Sometimes, this can entail attending another full treatment program after yours has ended. It is important to be able to ask yourself: do I just need a little help at this time in my recovery or a lot?

Seeking Help Now

If you believe you can benefit from attending booster treatment sessions, it is important to seek help immediately. We can also help you find safe, reliable rehab centers if you need more support during this time. Call 800-442-6158 Who Answers? today and get the help you need.


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