NPAMATEM Addiction Center serves its patients with a multidisciplinary treatment approach. This approach is realized by following scientific developments and creating customized treatment protocols according to the individual needs of patients. The Center offers both treatment and preventive services in collaboration with teams specialized in psychiatry, psychology and social services. It is also a pioneer in Turkey with its advanced Toxicology Laboratory and innovative approaches such as neuromodulation treatments. NPAMATEM makes significant contributions to addiction treatment and research at national and international level.
NPAMATEM Addiction Center adopts multidisciplinary and evidence-based approaches in addiction treatment. Our center, which brings together leading experts in the field of addiction in Turkey, offers individualized treatment methods to patients and follows current and scientific developments. NPAMATEM aims to improve the quality of life of its patients by prioritizing both preventive services and rehabilitation in addiction treatment.
In our Addiction Center, alcohol and substance use disorders and behavioral addictions such as internet addiction, gambling addiction, eating addiction are treated. In addition to the medical treatment of clients, we have educational programs for students, families and physicians to prevent addiction. For this purpose, educational meetings are held with families every week.
NPAMATEM Addiction Center serves to answer and treat all questions and problems related to addiction. Addiction, which is an important public health problem, is a treatable brain disease.
Services Provided by NPAMATEM Addiction Center
NPAMATEM Addiction Center provides attentive care to its patients with comprehensive and innovative services in addiction treatment. Below are the details of the services offered by our center:
- Evidence-based, patient-oriented and individualized treatment methods are applied.
- Comprehensive treatment is provided with the collaboration of psychiatry, psychology and social services specialists.
- Services are provided by a treatment team including experts in the field of addiction in Turkey.
- Great importance is attached to preventive services and rehabilitation processes.
- Patients are offered medication, individual and group therapies as well as family and marital therapy.
- It is the only center where additional psychiatric illnesses associated with addiction are treated in a separate service.
- In the Advanced Toxicology Laboratory, world-class advanced technologies are used and advanced tests are performed to detect substance abuse.
- The Advanced Toxicology Laboratory is recognized as a reference institution in Turkey.
- After inpatient treatment, rehabilitation processes continue with personalized drug treatments and psychosocial treatments.
- Drug selection and dose adjustment are made according to the genetic structure of the patient.
- 24/7 patient follow-up is provided and in case of emergency, immediate intervention and referral to the hospital is provided.
- For the first time in Turkey, neuromodulation treatments (Transmagnetic Stimulation Techniques-TMU, Deep TMU) are used for substance addiction and behavioral addictions.
- Inpatient treatment is offered for behavioral addictions.
- We contribute to national and international medical literature with clinical and preclinical research in the field of addiction.
- Training and treatment collaborations are made with many international organizations.
- In order to develop the field of addiction treatment in Turkey and to train professionals, Üsküdar University offers an Addiction Master's Program in cooperation with BAUMER.
- The Addiction Congress, organized with the Addiction Psychiatry Association, provides training opportunities for professionals working in the field of addiction.
- Long-acting drugs (implants/chips) are used to increase patient compliance with treatment.
Which diseases does Amatem deal with?
AMATEM (Alcohol and Substance Addiction Treatment and Education Center) is a health institution specialized in addiction treatment. Below are the main diseases and conditions that AMATEM deals with:
Alcohol Addiction: Inability to control alcohol use, causing serious problems in the social, professional and personal life of the individual.
Drug Addiction: Addictions that develop as a result of the abuse of drugs such as heroin, cocaine, amphetamines as well as prescription drugs.
Tobacco Addiction: Physical and psychological dependence on cigarettes and other tobacco products.
Behavioral Addictions: Behavioral addictions such as gambling, internet and gaming addictions.
Multiple Addictions: Individuals who are addicted to more than one substance or behavior.
Comorbid Psychiatric Illnesses: Other psychiatric illnesses such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, etc. that are associated with addiction.
AMATEM offers individualized treatment programs for each patient, using evidence-based and multidisciplinary treatment approaches for these diseases.
Which Patients Are Treated at an AMATEM Center?
AMATEM (Alcohol and Substance Addiction Treatment and Training Center) is a specialized health institution in the field of addiction treatment and treats various types of addiction and related diseases. The main patient groups treated at AMATEM are as follows:
Alcohol Addicts: Individuals who cannot control their alcohol use and therefore have serious problems in their social, professional and personal lives.
Drug Addicts: Individuals who are addicted to drugs such as heroin, cocaine, amphetamines and individuals who develop addiction as a result of abuse of prescription drugs.
Tobacco Addicts: Individuals who have developed an addiction to cigarettes and other tobacco products.
People with Behavioral Addictions: People who have developed behavioral addictions such as gambling addiction, internet addiction, gaming addiction.
People with Multiple Addictions: People who are addicted to more than one substance or behavior and need to be treated for these addictions together.
People with Co-Occurring Psychiatric Diseases: Individuals with additional psychiatric diseases such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder in addition to addiction problems.
AMATEM offers comprehensive treatment programs for these diseases. Evidence-based methods and multidisciplinary approaches are adopted in treatment processes. Individual treatment plans are created and implemented for each patient. Some of the methods used in treatment programs are as follows:
Medication: Various medications used in the treatment ofaddiction alleviate withdrawal symptoms and reduce substance use.
Individual and Group Therapies: Psychotherapy sessions play an important role in coping with addiction and preventing relapse.
Family and Marital Therapies: Involving family members and spouses in the treatment process strengthens the support system of patients.
Psychosocial Rehabilitation: Social workers and other professionals support patients' reintegration into society.
Neuromodulation Therapies: Advanced neuromodulation therapies such as Transmanyetic Stimulation Techniques (TMT) and Deep TMT are used especially in the treatment of behavioral addictions.
Advanced Toxicology Tests: The most advanced toxicology laboratory technologies are used to monitor substance use and evaluate the treatment process.
Which Tests Are Performed at Amatem Addiction Center?
AMATEM (Alcohol and Drug Addiction Treatment and Education Center) conducts a comprehensive evaluation and monitoring process in addiction treatment. Various tests and assessments are used in this process. The main tests performed at AMATEM are as follows:
1. Toxicology Tests
Urine tests: A frequently used method for detecting substance use. Residues of drugs and alcohol in the body are detected in the urine.
Blood Tests: Used to measure the levels of alcohol and drugs in the blood. These tests provide information about substance use in the last 24-48 hours.
Saliva Tests: A quick and easy-to-administer method used to detect recent substance use.
Hair Tests: Used for long-term monitoring of substance use. Drugs can be detected in hair samples for months.
Sweat Tests: These tests using sweat patches can detect substance use in the body.
2. Psychological Assessments
Psychiatric Examination: A comprehensive examination to assess the patient's general mental health.
Psychometric Tests: Various tests used to detect comorbid psychiatric disorders such as depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder.
3. Physical Assessments
Medical Examination: A general health screening to detect physical health problems related to addiction.
Liver Function Tests: Used to assess the condition of the liver in case of alcohol addiction.
Kidney Function Tests: Used to assess the effects of substance abuse on the kidneys.
4. Genetic Tests
Genetic Profiling: Genetic testing can be used to determine susceptibility to addiction or to select appropriate drug treatment. These tests help to create personalized treatment plans based on the individual's genetic makeup.
5. Neuropsychological Tests
Cognitive Function Tests: Used to assess the effects of addiction on cognitive functions. The state of cognitive functions such as memory, attention, problem solving skills are determined.
6. Laboratory Tests
Metabolic Tests: Used to assess the body's metabolic responses to substance use.
Hormonal Tests: Used to assess the effects of substance use on hormonal balances.
7. Other Tests
Electrocardiogram (ECG): Used to assess the effects of substance use on the heart.
Imaging Tests: Imaging tests such as MRI and CT scans can be used when deemed necessary.
AMATEM conducts a detailed and comprehensive evaluation process in addiction treatment and creates treatment plans tailored to the needs of patients. These tests and evaluations are critical for detecting addiction, planning treatment and monitoring patients.
Information for Relatives of Patients Hospitalized in AMATEM Center
AMATEM (Alcohol and Substance Addiction Treatment and Training Center) provides various information and support services for the relatives of inpatients. These information and support services help patients to better adapt to the treatment process and help families to understand and support the process. Here are the main information services for the relatives of patients hospitalized in AMATEM:
1. Information about the Treatment Process
Treatment Program: Patients' relatives are given detailed information about the stages of the treatment process, the treatment methods to be applied and its duration.
Expected Results: Information is given about the expected results of the treatment, the patient's recovery process and the difficulties that may be experienced during this process.
Hospitalization and Discharge Process: Information is provided about the rules that patients should follow during hospitalization, visiting hours and post-discharge follow-up processes.
2. Family Education and Support Programs
Family Therapy: Family therapies are organized for the relatives of the patients, focusing on ways of coping with addiction and supporting the patient.
Training Seminars: Training seminars are organized on general information about addiction, its causes, symptoms and treatment methods.
Support Groups: Support groups are organized where families can share their experiences with each other. These groups enable families to learn from each other and find morale.
3. Psychosocial Support
Individual Counseling: Family members can benefit from individual counseling services where they can discuss the effects of addiction on themselves.
Crisis Intervention Services: Emergency counseling services are available for families in times of crisis.
4. Visiting and Communication Rules
Visiting Hours and Rules: Families are informed about when and how they can visit patients. Rules to be followed during visits are explained.
Communication Channels: Information is given about the telephone and other communication channels through which families can communicate with patients. They are also informed about how to reach the center in case of emergency.
5. Post-Discharge Support
Follow-up Programs: Regular follow-up appointments are scheduled to monitor patients' compliance with treatment after discharge and families are informed about this process.
Support Services: Information is provided about social, psychological and medical support services that families and patients may need after discharge.
6. Emergency Information
Emergency Protocols: Families are informed about how to act in emergencies and which communication channels they should use.
Recognizing that families play an important role in the addiction treatment process, AMATEM provides comprehensive information and support services to patients' relatives. In this way, patients' compliance with the treatment process is increased and the recovery process is made more effective with the support of families.
