The Complete Reset with Dr. Quinton Moss
The Complete Reset is the mind-body-spirit mental health show where psychiatrist Dr. Quinton Moss blends modern brain science, lifestyle medicine, and spiritual meaning to help people heal fully - not just symptomatically. Each episode gives listeners practical, compassionate tools they can apply immediately to reset their thinking, renew their emotional health, rebuild their physical resilience, and reconnect with purpose.
The Complete Reset with Dr. Quinton Moss
The Truth About MAT: A Deep Dive into Brain Chemistry and Addiction Treatment
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Welcome back to The Complete Reset. In this episode, host and addiction psychiatrist Dr. Quinton Moss tackles one of the most misunderstood topics in recovery: medication-assisted treatment, or MAT. With strong opinions and mixed reactions surrounding MAT, Layla and Dr. Quinton Moss break down what MAT really is and what it isn’t. They dive into how medications support recovery by stabilizing the brain, reducing cravings and withdrawal, and making therapy and mental health care more effective. The conversation explores which conditions MAT treats, addresses common concerns and stigma, and offers clarity for families navigating these crucial decisions. Whether you’re curious about the science, want to understand the myths, or are supporting someone in recovery, this is a vital, compassionate discussion about using every tool available to help people heal.
00:00 How therapy and medication work
04:51 How medications reduce withdrawal cravings
07:27 Risks of active substance use
13:12 How buprenorphine treatment works
14:20 Long-acting buprenorphine and naltrexone
18:50 Medication and therapy options discussed
22:31 Considering medication in recovery
26:39 Different timelines for MAT treatment
28:29 Comprehensive addiction recovery support
32:13 Wrapping up the episode
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