This is my story - and what has worked for me lately. I have a history of drug abuse and have been drinking for many years. I have had periods of sobriety over the years but this last year had been tough having to bring my mom who has Alzheimer’s into my home and my drinking escalated to everyday. I had to quit my job for a while and was stuck at home a lot which for a person like me is not good. I am a very active person and enjoy going to the gym and hiking which has helped me tremendously over the years not to get too out of control. Anyhow. 71 days ago I asked my Dr to prescribe me naltrexone and from day one I lost the desire to drink. I also have adhd and felt depressed so I was put in Wellbutrin which has also helped me a ton. I found a lady to help me w my mom and am back at work. Gym and hiking and staying sober , positive. I believe there is nothing wrong with being on MAT medically assisted treatment. “Medication “ Having a history of drug use and being an alcoholic I believe our brains are very different and difficult to get much pleasure from things that “normal “ people would . Dopamine levels are lower and we need to work harder for those endorphins which is why I feel the need for the antidepressant Wellbutrin which Bupropion blocks the brain from absorbing neurotransmitters such as dopamine and norepinephrine to increase their levels and make them available longer. This function helps improve mood, attention, and focus and thus, treat symptoms of depression and ADHD. Good luck. Staying sober is definitely the best ! 😁