When the Holidays Feel Overwhelming: Why Medication-Assisted Treatment Is a Step Toward Peace, Not Weakness

The holidays are supposed to be a time of connection—of joy, reflection, and warmth. But if you’re newly diagnosed with a substance use disorder or mental health condition, the holidays can feel anything but peaceful. Instead of comfort, there’s anxiety. Instead of rest, there’s tension. And when someone mentions Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), you might feel […]