Substance Use Disorder

Mental Health Care in Wilmington, DE

Nearly 50 million Americans 12 and older battle substance use disorder, a condition that can harm you both physically and mentally. At Integrated Health & Wellness Services, based in Wilmington, Delaware, Vida Adansi, LCP, Adekunle Gbadamosi, MD, and the team diagnose and treat substance use disorder (SUD) to help you or a loved one overcome an addiction to a harmful substance. Schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment by phone or request one online today.

Substance Use Disorder FAQ's

What is substance use disorder (SUD)?


SUD is a mental health condition characterized by using harmful substances and difficulty quitting, despite knowing they’re bad for your health. Examples of substances may include opioids, cannabis, and alcohol. 


SUD can be mild, moderate, or severe, but treatment at Integrated Health & Wellness Services offers a chance to break free from a challenging addiction to restore your physical and mental well-being. 


What are examples of addictive substances?


Examples of substances that may contribute to SUD include:

  • Cocaine
  • Cannabis
  • Alcohol
  • Opioids
  • Methamphetamines
  • Tobacco

Some people with SUD have an addiction to more than one substance, such as drugs and alcohol or tobacco and alcohol. The most common SUD in the United States is alcohol use disorder.


What are the symptoms of SUD?


Symptoms associated with SUD include:

  • Being drunk or high
  • Not being able to stop using harmful substances
  • Needing more and more of a substance
  • Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when trying to qui
  • Making poor decisions
  • Social, school, or work-related challenges
  • Physical health problems
  • Anxiety, depression, or similar concerns

Examples of SUD withdrawal symptoms can include extreme cravings for a harmful substance, as well as vomiting, nausea, sweating, mood changes, and difficulty sleeping. 


What are the risk factors for substance use disorder?


While anyone can develop SUD, its risk factors might include:

  • Trying highly addictive substances
  • Using harmful substances at an early age
  • Frequent exposure to harmful substances
  • Peer pressure
  • Chronic stress, anxiety, or depression
  • Past trauma
  • Underlying mental health conditions
  • Genetics
  • Family history of SUD
  • Easy access to harmful substances

Complications of SUD can include risky behaviors, infections, and poor work or school performance. It can also contribute to legal challenges and relationship conflicts.


How is SUD diagnosed?


Your Integrated Health & Wellness Services provider completes a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation using DSM-5 criteria to learn if you have SUD or another mental health disorder. 


The team also offers DNA testing to learn which medications may work well based on your genetic makeup. 


How is substance use disorder treated?


Your personalized SUD treatment plan may consist of:

  • Psychotherapy
  • Medication management
  • Suboxone®
  • Individual therapy
  • Family therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Medication-assisted treatment (MAT)
  • Lifestyle modifications

You might meet with your therapist weekly or as needed to overcome an addiction. Some medications help ease withdrawal symptoms and reduce cravings for harmful substances.


The Integrated Health & Wellness Services experts follow up to offer constant support.


Schedule an in-person or telehealth substance use disorder evaluation at Integrated Health & Wellness Services by calling the office or booking online today.