Addiction Treatment

noun a synthetic narcotic drug used especially in the form of its hydrochloride for the relief of pain and as a substitute narcotic in the treatment of heroin addiction

• Methadone is a synthetic opioid used for pain relief and as a substitute for heroin in addiction treatment programs.
• My doctor prescribed me methadone to help manage my chronic pain.
• I heard some people call methadone 'liquid handcuffs' because it can be difficult to come off of.
• Using methadone as a crutch for dealing with emotional pain is not a healthy long-term solution.

noun the care, support, or treatment given to someone after a period of illness or injury

• The hospital provides thorough aftercare instructions to all patients before they are discharged.
• Make sure you follow the aftercare advice the doctor gives you after your surgery.
• Don't skip out on your aftercare routine, it's important for your recovery.
• Just like a plant needs proper aftercare to thrive, our bodies need proper care after a medical procedure.