Arud has been advising, supporting and treating people whose addictive behavior or use of legal and illegal substances is problematic for over 25 years. Specialists from various fields are on hand to help you improve your psychological and physical health - discreetly, personal and open-minded.

Offer
We offer information, advice and treatment for all addictions: from alcohol addiction to cannabis or cocaine addiction through to medication or gambling addiction.

Addictions often interact with psychological, physical or social problems. In order to offer the best possible treatment, our services are based on various areas:

• addiction medicine, psychiatry and psychotherapy

• Internal Medicine, Family Medicine

• Infectiology, HIV and hepatitis C treatments

• Opioid agonist therapy (substitution)

• Social work

Aims
Our aim is to reduce the negative effects of addictive behavior or substance use on those affected, their families and their environment. Individual goals are important to us. Whether someone wants to quit completely or whether a controlled approach to substance use or addictive behavior is desired - Arud helps. The health and quality of life of those affected are paramount.


Our attitude
We treat patients with a respectful and accepting attitude. Our treatment approach is not primarily abstinence-oriented. We distance ourselves from the view that addiction is self-inflicted and that quitting is purely a matter of will. Addiction is comparable to a chronic illness - with its multi-layered and complex causes, it often requires long-term treatment.


About Arud
Arud is one of the leading addiction medicine institutions in Switzerland. It employs around Zurich and Horgen at its two locations in 110 employees. As a FMH-recognized training centre, it trains specialists, employers and interested parties on the subject of addiction.

With its work between research and practice, Arud for over 25 years has been committed to a pragmatic and scientifically sound addiction policy.

Your trusted point of contact for high-quality addiction support in Switzerland. For years, we have been helping people with addiction problems to improve their quality of life and overcome their addiction. Our multidisciplinary team of experienced physicians, psychologists, therapists and social workers work closely together to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each person's specific needs. Our comprehensive services include: Detoxification and Substitution Therapy: our medical team provides a safe and supportive environment for detoxification from various substances, as well as professional substitution therapy for those with opioid-related disorders. Outpatient and residential treatment: We offer both outpatient and residential treatment programs to provide our patients with flexible and effective support on their road to recovery. From intensive therapy sessions to regular outpatient visits, we tailor our programs to each individual's needs and progress. Psychosocial care and therapy: Our psychosocial services include individual and group therapy, family counseling, couples therapy and social reintegration support. Our goal is not only to treat the addiction itself, but also to address the underlying psychological and social issues to promote long-term stability and well-being. Crisis intervention and emergency care: Our team is available around the clock to support patients in acute crisis and provide them with much-needed help and counseling. We understand that relapses and emergencies can be part of the recovery process and are here to support our patients with compassion and expertise to guide them through difficult times. Prevention and education: In addition to treatment, we are actively involved in the prevention of addiction through awareness campaigns, education and community initiatives. We believe in the importance of early detection and education to raise awareness of addiction issues and help people make healthy choices. If you or someone you know needs support in dealing with addiction, please don't hesitate to contact us. At ARUD Addiction Medicine, you'll find the professional, compassionate and individualized support network you need to begin your journey to recovery. Visit our website here to learn more about our services, our team and our treatment approaches.