When Should I Get Treatment?

When it comes to substance use disorders, it can be hard to admit that you have a problem, or you may not even recognize that you have a problem. If substance abuse is negatively impacting your life, the time to start taking a closer look into your substance use disorder is now.

Our quiz can help you evaluate the severity of your substance use disorder. Each ‘yes’ answer is one point.

1. Do you regularly take any of the above substances in larger amounts or for longer than you’re meant to?
   1. Yes
   2. No
2. Do you want to cut down or stop using the substance but unable to?
   1. Yes
   2. No
3. Are you spending a lot of time getting, using, or recovering from the substance?
   1. Yes
   2. No
4. Do you get cravings and urges to use the substance?
   1. Yes
   2. No
5. Are you unable to accomplish things at work, home, or school because of substance use?
   1. Yes
   2. No
6. Are you continuing to use, even when it causes problems in relationships?
   1. Yes
   2. No
7. Are you giving up important social, occupational, or recreational activities because of substance use?
   1. Yes
   2. No
8. Are you using substances again and again, even when it puts you in danger?
   1. Yes
   2. No
9. Are you continuing to use, even though you know you have a physical or psychological problem that could have been caused or made worse by the substance?
   1. Yes
   2. No
10. Do you need more of the substance to get the effect (high) you want?
    1. Yes
    2. No
11. Are you developing of withdrawal symptoms and relieving it by taking more of the substance?
    1. Yes
    2. No

How many points did you get?

If you scored 1-4 points, you have a mild substance use disorder.

If you scored 5-7 points, you have a moderate substance use disorder.

If you scored 8-11 points, you have a severe substance use disorder.

Once you recognize that you need help, you’ll be on the right track to freeing yourself from the clutches of your addiction.

“There is never a wrong time to get the help you need. OARS meets every single one of our patients at different parts of their recovery,” says Dr. Bryan Negrini, founder and physician at OARS.

No one’s recovery is the same. Each journey is different. As long as you start, no matter where you are, you’re already on the right path to get to where you need.

The second you pick up the phone and call us is when your recovery starts. OARS works with patients to inform them about the different treatment options available to them and answers any questions they might have.

If you’re ready to start your treatment, you are welcome here. OARS will be by your side, without shame or judgement to help you through your recovery. No matter when you start.

Whether you have a mild, moderate, or severe substance use disorder, call 724-912-OARS (6277) to learn more about our Medicated Assisted Treatment and Counseling Services, to schedule your first appointment at any of our six locations, and to gain support while in your recovery.