U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs – Knowing how to identify and treat substance use disorder will help put you, a family member or friend on the path to recovery and a better quality of life. VA is amplifying the message that together, we can reduce the risk of overdose and save lives.
Commonly known as “addiction,” substance use disorder (SUD) is a treatable disease that has touched most everyone’s life in some way. VA has a variety of proven treatments to control the symptoms of SUD, including specific kinds of talk therapy and medications to reduce the cravings. Ask your provider how VA can help you manage SUD.
