Substance Use Disorder and Recovery

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) can deeply impact an individual's physical, emotional, and mental well-being, often leading to strained relationships, difficulties in work or school, and reduced quality of life. At The Healthy Brain Center, we understand the complexity of addiction and the challenge of maintaining long-term recovery. That’s why we offer an innovative approach to support your journey: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).

TMS provides a focused and non-invasive method for treating Substance Use Disorder by targeting the brain regions involved in reward, impulse control, and addiction. Through gentle stimulation, TMS helps to regulate neural pathways that may have been disrupted by substance use, aiding in the reduction of cravings and compulsive behaviors. This therapy can complement traditional recovery methods, offering a new avenue for those who have struggled to find lasting success with conventional treatments.

Our experienced team is dedicated to creating personalized TMS treatment plans for individuals seeking recovery from addiction. We consider your unique history, substance use patterns, and recovery goals when tailoring your treatment. If you are currently engaged in a comprehensive recovery program, TMS can be integrated as a supportive therapy to enhance your progress. For those dealing with triggers or cravings that threaten sobriety, TMS may provide the additional support needed to maintain recovery.

TMS for Substance Use Disorder has shown promising results in reducing cravings and improving impulse control, with many individuals reporting significant improvements. Contact The Healthy Brain Center today to schedule a consultation and explore how TMS can become a part of your recovery strategy. We are here to help you regain control, rebuild your life, and achieve lasting sobriety.

If you’re interested in diving deeper into the research around how TMS can help with Substance Abuse, here are some studies to get you started:

1. The Effect of High-Frequency Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation on Emotion Processing, Reappraisal, and Craving in Alcohol Use Disorder Patients and Healthy Controls: A Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging Study (Jansen et al., 2019) 

1. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation as an Interventional Tool for Addiction (Vaughn, 2020) 

1. Rehabilitating the addicted brain with transcranial magnetic stimulation (Diana, 2017) 

1. rTMS in the Treatment of Drug Addiction: An Update about Human Studies (Bellamoli, 2014) 

1. The use of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation for modulating craving and addictive behaviours: A critical literature review of efficacy, technical and methodological considerations (Grall-Bronnec, 2014)