Originally Posted by
LoveMeNot 
But in most cases, I think it just helps addicts sustain temporarily and not really recover.
Yes.
My AXBF is not treating the addiction. By taking suboxone, he is treating the effects and symptoms; the painful withdrawals and cravings. He continues to use heroin.
In his situation, the prescription is extremely expensive. He doesn't have a job, and I would THINK he'd cherish the subs if/when he was able to pick up a prescription. Nope. I've seen him take subs for several consecutive days (as many as he wanted to take) and go back to heroin. Only to repeat the cycle.
I should add that my AXBF says he doesn't need a program or rehab, he needs to detox with suboxone and he will be okay.