I take Methadone regularly. Why don’t I feel well emotionally?
You are not alone. There are many reasons why a person recovering from opiate addiction may experience other emotional difficulties.

Some of these reasons include concurrent psychiatric disorder, post acute withdrawal symptoms, persistence of addictive behaviors and lack of education about the principles and practices of recovery.

“I am so much better and feel safe on methadone treatment.

But there’s still more for me to do to feel well about myself.”

Methadone Maintenance Treatment may be a necessary aspect of recovery for persons with deep opiate addiction. Always let your doctor or counselor know how you are feeling. Make certain that your methadone dose is proper for you - lasting in effect for at least twenty-four hours and not making you drowsy.

But other options are also available for relief from distressing emotional symptoms and towards achieving your goal for peace in sobriety. Many of these are discussed on the SupportNet Web Site – Resources for Your Recovery. These options work with your methadone treatment to improve your health and stability.