Prescription Drug Addiction Treatment Provides Hope to Maryland Communities
Prescription medications are meant to help, but for many people, they become a source of harm. Perhaps you started taking a medication for pain or anxiety? Perhaps you suffered from sleep issues or needed medicine to focus? But over time, it turned into something more. What once felt safe now feels hard to stop. And it is disrupting your life.
At TruHealing at Rutherford, in Maryland, we offer professional, compassionate addiction treatment for substance use disorders, including prescription drug addiction. Whether you’ve become dependent on opioids, sedatives, or stimulants, we’re here to help you take your life back with dignity, support, and care.
What started as a legitimate prescription to relieve a medical issue has slowly taken over your life. Prescription drug addiction is more common than you think. Get help now.
What Is Prescription Drug Addiction?
Prescription drug addiction happens when a person misuses a legally prescribed medication. Most often, this involves taking too much, using it for longer than prescribed, or getting it from other sources. Over time, your brain and body can become dependent, leading to withdrawal symptoms and intense cravings.
Commonly abused prescription drugs include:
- Opioids (like oxycodone, hydrocodone, and morphine) prescribed for pain
- Benzodiazepines (like Xanax, Valium, Ativan) prescribed for anxiety or sleep
- Stimulants (like Adderall or Ritalin) prescribed for ADHD
- Sedatives and sleep aids (like Ambien or barbiturates)
Even when prescribed by a doctor, these medications can lead to addiction. Especially if you’ve experienced stress, trauma, or mental health challenges, it’s easy to rely on pills for relief.
Professional prescription drug addiction treatment programs like those offered at TruHealing at Rutherford can help you or a loved one find relief and recovery.
How Does a Person Become Hooked?
No one sets out to become addicted to prescription drugs. It often starts with a real need, like recovering from surgery, managing chronic pain, or finding relief from anxiety or insomnia. A doctor prescribes something to help, and at first, it does. You feel calmer, more functional, more like yourself. But over time, your brain and body may begin to rely on that medication just to get through the day.
Because these drugs affect your brain’s reward system, tolerance can build quickly. That means you may need higher doses or more frequent use to feel the same relief. Before you realize it, the medication that once helped you starts to control you.
This isn’t about being reckless or irresponsible. Prescription drug addiction can happen to anyone, even people who follow their doctor’s instructions. It’s not about weakness or lack of willpower. It’s about how these medications interact with the brain. Addiction is a medical condition, not a moral failure.
Signs and Symptoms of Prescription Drug Addiction
It can be hard to recognize when a helpful medication has become a harmful habit. Here are some common warning signs:
- Taking more than prescribed or for longer than needed
- Needing the drug to function “normally”
- Going to multiple doctors or pharmacies to get more, a practice called “doctor shopping”
- Feeling withdrawal symptoms (like nausea, sweating, or shaking) when you stop
- Mood swings, memory problems, or trouble concentrating
- Avoiding family or friends to hide your use
- Using pills to cope with stress, sadness, or trauma
If these sound familiar, you’re not alone; treatment can help you get back in control.
How Prescription Drug Addiction Affects Your Life
Addiction doesn’t just affect your body or mind. It touches every part of your life. The longer it goes untreated, the deeper the impact can be.
Physical Effects
- Increased risk of overdose or long-term damage to organs
- Changes in appetite, sleep, and energy levels
- Withdrawal symptoms if you stop suddenly
Mental and Emotional Effects
- Heightened anxiety or depression
- Mood swings and irritability
- Loss of interest in things you once enjoyed
Social and Professional Effects
- Strained relationships with loved ones
- Missed work, job loss, or academic trouble
- Legal issues or financial stress
But there’s hope. With the right treatment, your brain and body can heal, and so can your relationships, routines, and self-worth.
Benefits of Prescription Drug Addiction Treatment
Professional treatment offers more than just sobriety. It gives you the tools to build a new life.
Treatment at TruHealing in Maryland can help you:
- Safely stop using with medical support and monitoring
- Manage cravings and withdrawal symptoms
- Rebuild mental and emotional health
- Repair relationships and restore trust
- Develop new coping skills and routines
- Regain purpose, confidence, and hope
You don’t have to keep surviving. With treatment, you can start thriving.
Levels of Care for Prescription Drug Addiction Treatment in Maryland
At TruHealing at Rutherford, we offer a full continuum of care in Maryland. Each level supports a different stage of your recovery journey.
Medical Detox
Detox is often the first step. If your body has become physically dependent on a prescription drug, quitting suddenly can be dangerous. We provide 24/7 medical care to manage withdrawal symptoms, ease discomfort, and ensure your safety.
We may use medication-assisted treatment (MAT), such as Suboxone or Vivitrol, to help with opioid withdrawal and reduce cravings.
Residential Treatment
After detox, many people benefit from our residential program. Here, you’ll live on-site in a structured, healing environment. You’ll participate in individual and group therapy, holistic supports (like mindfulness and creative therapies), and trauma-informed care.
Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
PHP is a “day treatment” option where you attend treatment during the day and return home (or to supportive housing) at night. This level provides intensive therapy without 24/7 residency.
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
IOP is designed to fit into your daily life. You’ll attend therapy several days per week while still working, attending school, or caring for your family. It’s ideal for people stepping down from a higher level of care—or starting at this level if your symptoms are moderate.
Prescription Drug Addiction By the Numbers
Nationally and in our Maryland communities, prescription drug abuse has taken a toll. Consider the following statistics:
The need for professional prescription drug addiction treatment in Maryland is evident. TruHealing at Rutherford is here to help.
Why Choose TruHealing at Rutherford?
At TruHealing in Maryland, we treat you as a whole person. You are not just a diagnosis. We understand that prescription drug addiction is often linked with mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, or trauma. That’s why our approach includes:
- Licensed clinicians and medical professionals
- Evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and EMDR
- Dual diagnosis support for co-occurring conditions
- Group therapy and peer support
- Holistic services like yoga, mindfulness, and art therapy
- Family involvement and aftercare planning
Whether this is your first time seeking help or your next step after relapse, we’re here with compassion, not judgment. We help Maryland individuals, families, and communities heal and thrive.
- Find us at: 7131 Rutherford Road, Windsor Mill, MD 21244
Take the First Step Toward Healing
For many Americans and residents of Maryland, prescription drug addiction can feel overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. Recovery is possible.
At TruHealing at Rutherford in Maryland, we’re ready to help you start over. We offer safe detox, supportive residential care, and outpatient treatment options that work with your life.
Call today or contact us online to learn more about how we can help you or a loved one. You can also verify your insurance or ask any other questions. Your path to healing starts when you reach out today.