Addiction medicine is a medical specialty focused on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals suffering from substance use disorders (SUDs), which include addiction to alcohol, drugs, and other addictive behaviors. This field also addresses the medical and psychological complications that arise from these disorders, such as withdrawal symptoms, co-occurring mental health conditions, and long-term effects on physical and emotional well-being.
UAMS Health offers help for those struggling with addiction. The Six Bridges Clinic offers assistance to Arkansas residents between the ages of 12 and 21 who are dealing with substance dependency.
Six Bridges Clinic
The Six Bridges Clinic, funded by a grant from the Blue & You Foundation for a Healthier Arkansas, provides adolescents and young adults with evidence-based and coordinated care, including:
- Screening and referral;
- Intake and evaluation;
- Treatment – individual and family therapy, medication evaluation and management;
- Ongoing recovery.
There are no requirements to make an appointment. Patients may self-refer. Referrals are only necessary to satisfy individual insurance requirements.
Appointments are available Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesday and Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
To learn more about the Six Bridges Clinic or to schedule an appointment, call (501) 526-8487 or send an e-mail to SixBridgesClinic@uams.edu.
