Substance use disorders present as a complex and layered issue, affecting individuals physically, mentally, socially, and on a deeply personal level as a behavioral pattern. A variety of recovery options are available through programs that employ diverse methodologies, potentially making the path to wellness seem challenging. Considering that overdose risks for adults under 50 now exceed those from COVID-19, we support the provision of all evidence-backed methods. At our institute, we provide state-of-the-art care for addiction under the leadership of our founder, Joseph Volpicelli, MD, PhD. During his tenure as a professor at the University of Pennsylvania, he innovated naltrexone for alcohol-related issues and authored works on optimally combining psychological interventions with medications. Our view is that liberation from addiction comes from delivering the appropriate therapy to the right person when it is most needed.
Core Principles of Care at the Volpicelli Center
Substance addiction forms a detailed and interwoven problem, impacting people physically, psychologically, communally, and as a unique behavioral trait. Diverse programs offer multiple pathways to treatment with varying foundational beliefs, which might render the recovery journey intimidating. With overdose mortality rates for individuals under 50 now outpacing those from COVID-19, we endorse the inclusion of all scientifically validated approaches. Our organization specializes in advanced addiction therapies, overseen by our founder, Dr. Joseph Volpicelli, MD, PhD. In his role as a professor at the University of Pennsylvania, he introduced naltrexone for managing alcohol addiction and produced literature on seamlessly incorporating counseling with pharmaceutical treatments. We affirm that the route to overcoming addiction lies in providing tailored interventions to the appropriate individuals at the most effective times.